KL Rahul Achieves Milestone with 50th Fifty-Plus Score in IPL 2026
IPL 2026: KL Rahul registers 50th fifty-plus score, 8th 500-run season; joins elite list
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KL Rahul, the Delhi Capitals batter, marked his 50th fifty-plus score and eighth season with over 500 runs in the Indian Premier League (IPL) during a crucial match against Rajasthan Royals. His innings of 56 helped secure a five-wicket victory, keeping DC's playoff hopes alive.
- 01KL Rahul has accumulated 533 runs in the current IPL season, making him the top run-scorer for Delhi Capitals.
- 02He is now the second player in IPL history to record eight 500-run seasons, following Virat Kohli's nine.
- 03Rahul's best performance in a single season came in 2020 with 670 runs for Punjab Kings.
- 04In his IPL career, he has scored a total of 5,755 runs in 158 matches, averaging 46.04.
- 05Against Rajasthan Royals, Rahul has scored 882 runs in 19 innings, showcasing a strong average of 51.88.
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In a pivotal match at Arun Jaitley Stadium, KL Rahul of the Delhi Capitals achieved his 50th fifty-plus score in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and secured his eighth season with over 500 runs. Scoring 56 runs off 42 balls, he played a significant role in DC's five-wicket victory over Rajasthan Royals, which keeps their playoff aspirations alive. This season, Rahul has been outstanding, amassing 533 runs across 14 innings at an impressive average of 44.41 and a strike rate nearing 172. He joins an elite group of players with this milestone, including Virat Kohli, David Warner, and Shikhar Dhawan. Rahul's history in the IPL is notable, with 5,755 runs in 158 matches, making him the fifth-highest run-scorer in the league's history. His performance against Rajasthan has been particularly strong, with 882 runs in 19 innings, highlighting his prowess against this team. The victory places DC in seventh position in the league standings, tied on points with RR, who are fifth.
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This victory boosts the Delhi Capitals' chances of making the playoffs, which is crucial for the team's future in the tournament.
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