The 2024 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) starts from March 22 onwards, with Chennai Super Kings facing Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Chepauk. Since the IPL’s inception in 2008, the cash-rich league has entered its 17th season. Defending champions Chennai enter the season as the favourites despite MS Dhoni stepping down as captain. Over the years, the tournament witnessed several records being hammered, and this year, the spectacle is set to continue once again. Ahead of a blockbuster IPL 2024 season, we present the major records that can be broken.
MAJOR BATTING RECORDS ON OFFER
VIRAT KOHLI: 35-year-old Virat Kohli, who has 11994 runs in the 20-over format, is six shy of the 12000-run mark. He will become the first Indian to register the feat and be the sixth player overall. Kohli has 99 50-plus scores in the 20-over format and needs one more to register a mark of 100. Kohli is the top scorer in IPL history with a tally of 7263 runs at 37.24. He has 50 half-centuries and seven fifties. Kohli owns 985 runs versus Chennai in the IPL and is 15 shy of the 1000-run mark. He will become the second player after Shikhar Dhawan to reach the milestone. As per ESPNcricinfo, Kohli owns 979 runs against left-arm spinners in the IPL and is 21 shy of 1000 runs. Kohli has smashed 234 sixes and is in line to reach a milestone of 250. He also closes in on 400 sixes in the 20-over format (371). Kohli is nearing 2500 runs in the IPL power play. He has 2335 runs.
This story is from the {{IssueName}} edition of {{MagazineName}}.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the {{IssueName}} edition of {{MagazineName}}.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
Is Joe Root The Best Batter Among The Fab 4?
Joe Root's ability to perform in all conditions sets him apart. Although he hasn't yet scored a century in Australia, he averages nearly 40 on their challenging pitches. More importantly, he has scored centuries across various countries...
5 Reasons Why Suryakumar Yadav Must Stick To T20I Cricket
At 34 years old, Suryakumar Yadav is at a crucial juncture in his career. While age may be a concern for some cricketers, in SKY'S case, it could be a blessing in disguise. By focusing solely on T20ls, he can maximize his longevity in the game...
5 Reasons Why BCCI Should Stop Giving Special Treatment To Virat Kohli And Rohit Sharma
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are two of the most successful and iconic cricketers India has ever produced. Their contributions to Indian cricket are unparalleled, with both players boasting impressive records across all formats...
TOP-RANKED JANNIK SINNER AND WOMEN'S NO. 2 ARYNA SABALENKA WIN TITLES IN CINCINNATI
An American man hasn't won the title in Cincinnati since Andy Roddick in 2006. Sabalenka moved up a spot to No. 2 in the rankings before the match...
HIDEKI MATSUYAMA WINS FEDEX CUP PLAYOFFS OPENER
Birdies on the final two holes — among the toughest on the TPC Southwind - gave the Japanese star an even-par 70 and a two-shot victory over Xander Schauffele and Viktor Hovland, who thought they were playing for cash and FedEx Cup points...
AT THE PARIS OLYMPICS, CITIES AND COUNTRIES WERE DISCREETLY MAKING THEIR CASE TO HOST IN 2036
If the 2036 Olympics must go to Asia — a logical option to follow Paris, Los Angeles in 2028 and Brisbane in 2032 — then Indonesia will push its case as a fast-emerging economy of 280 million people...
STEPHEN CURRY'S BARRAGE SEALS ANOTHER OLYMPIC MEN'S BASKETBALL TITLE FOR USA
Kevin Durant - the first four-time men's gold medalist in Olympic basketball history - scored 15 for the Americans, as did Devin Booker. LeBron James, wearing metallic gold shoes that needed no explanation, scored 14...
MAN CITY BEAT MAN UNITED IN SHOOTOUT TO WIN COMMUNITY SHIELD
The game went straight to penalties - there is no extra time in the Community Shield and Silva saw his shot saved by Andre Onana off City's first attempt. Jadon Sancho failed off United's fourth kick...
5 REASONS WHY PAKISTAN IS OVERRATED IN TEST CRICKET
One of the primary reasons for Pakistan's struggles in Test cricket is the imbalance in team selections. The frequent introduction of new players disrupts team cohesion, causing tensions between newcomers and established member...
BANGLADESH REGISTER HISTORIC CRICKET TRIUMPH IN PAKISTAN
The recent civil unrest that toppled Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina caused Bangladesh to be stripped of the Women's Twenty20 World Cup, and in the past week, the country has been hit by deadly flash floods that have affected millions of people...
