Virat Kohli IPL Runs in Every Season (2008–2026)
Virat Kohli has been part of the IPL since 2008 and has played every season for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). His batting has produced many memorable records. Here is the complete list of Virat Kohli IPL Runs in Every Season, along with his career stats and best performances.
🏏 Virat Kohli IPL Runs in Every Season (2008–2026)
Virat Kohli has scored runs consistently throughout his IPL career. His biggest season came in 2016, when he scored 973 runs in just 16 matches.
Here is his complete season-wise IPL runs list:
| Season | Team | Runs |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | RCB | 165 |
| 2009 | RCB | 246 |
| 2010 | RCB | 307 |
| 2011 | RCB | 557 |
| 2012 | RCB | 364 |
| 2013 | RCB | 634 |
| 2014 | RCB | 359 |
| 2015 | RCB | 505 |
| 2016 | RCB | 973 |
| 2017 | RCB | 308 |
| 2018 | RCB | 530 |
| 2019 | RCB | 464 |
| 2020 | RCB | 466 |
| 2021 | RCB | 405 |
| 2022 | RCB | 341 |
| 2023 | RCB | 639 |
| 2024 | RCB | 741 |
| 2025 | RCB | 657 |
| 2026 | RCB | 675 |
| Total | RCB | 9,336 |
✅ Key Record: Virat Kohli has scored 9,336 IPL runs across 19 seasons (2008–2026).
🏆 Virat Kohli's Best IPL Season – 2016
The 2016 IPL season was special for Virat Kohli. He scored 973 runs in 16 matches and finished as the highest run-scorer of the tournament.
His performance included:
🏏 Runs: 973
📊 Matches: 16
💯 Centuries: 4
🔥 Half-centuries: 7
⭐ Highest Score: 113
His 973 runs remain the highest individual run total in a single IPL season.
📊 Virat Kohli IPL Career Stats
Here is a quick look at Virat Kohli's overall IPL batting records through the 2026 season.
| Stats | Records |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 283 |
| Total Runs | 9,336 |
| Batting Average | 40.42 |
| Strike Rate | 134.80 |
| Highest Score | 113 |
| Centuries | 9 |
| Half-Centuries | 68 |
| Fours | 844 |
| Sixes | 316 |
✅ These numbers show his consistency and long career in the IPL.
📈 Virat Kohli's Highest and Lowest Scoring IPL Seasons
Virat Kohli's season-wise performances have changed over the years.
Highest-scoring season: 2016
Runs: 973
Matches: 16
Centuries: 4
Lowest-scoring season: 2008
Runs: 165
Matches: 13
Highest Score: 38
In his first IPL season, Kohli was still developing as a batter. Over time, he became one of the most successful run-scorers in the tournament.
His 741 runs in 2024 and 675 runs in 2026 also show his ability to score big runs in recent seasons.
🏁 Final Words
Virat Kohli's IPL journey from 2008 to 2026 has been full of runs and records. His 973-run season in 2016 remains a special achievement. With 9,336 career runs, he has built an impressive record while representing RCB in every IPL season.
Frequently asked questions
How many runs has Virat Kohli scored in IPL?
Virat Kohli has scored 9,336 runs in the IPL through the 2026 season. He is one of the tournament's leading run-scorers.
How many runs did Virat Kohli score in IPL 2026?
Virat Kohli scored 675 runs in 16 matches during IPL 2026, with a batting average of 56.25.
Which IPL season was best for Virat Kohli?
The 2016 season was his best. He scored 973 runs in 16 matches, including 4 centuries and 7 half-centuries
How many centuries has Virat Kohli scored in IPL?
Virat Kohli has scored 9 centuries in his IPL career through the 2026 season.
Has Virat Kohli played every IPL season since 2008?
Yes. Virat Kohli has represented Royal Challengers Bengaluru in every IPL season since the tournament started in 2008.
