Virat Kohli Becomes IPL's All-Time Most-Capped Player
Kohli Surpasses Dhoni, Rohit To Become IPL's Most-Capped Player - Top 10 Appearance List
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On May 13, 2026, Virat Kohli became the most-capped player in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, surpassing MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma with 279 appearances for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Kohli's achievement highlights his loyalty to a single franchise and his enduring impact on the league since its inception in 2008.
- 01Virat Kohli now holds the record for most IPL appearances with 279.
- 02Kohli's entire IPL career has been with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
- 03He is the highest run-scorer in IPL history with over 9,000 runs.
- 04Kohli remains a key player for RCB in the ongoing IPL 2026 season.
- 05The top 10 most-capped players in IPL history are all Indian cricketers.
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Virat Kohli achieved a significant milestone on May 13, 2026, by becoming the most-capped player in Indian Premier League (IPL) history with 279 appearances for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). This record surpasses both MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma, who were tied with 278 appearances prior to the match against Kolkata Knight Riders in Raipur. Remarkably, Kohli has played all his matches for a single franchise, a feat unmatched by any other player in the top 10 appearances list. Kohli has been a part of every IPL season since its inception in 2008 and is also the tournament's highest run-scorer, boasting over 9,000 runs, including eight centuries and 66 half-centuries. His performance continues to be crucial for RCB, which is currently second in the points table for IPL 2026. The ongoing season saw RCB win the toss against KKR and choose to bowl first, with KKR scoring 192/4. Kohli's achievement underlines the significance of Indian players in the IPL's history, as the top 10 most-capped players are all from India.
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Kohli's record enhances the prestige of the IPL and inspires future players, showcasing the importance of loyalty and consistency in professional sports.
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