The IPL 2026 season has reached its halfway stage and fans are enjoying some top batting performances. In a recent match at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Gujarat Titans by 5 wickets.
It was a special night for Virat Kohli, who played a match-winning innings and also created a big IPL record.
Kohli becomes first player to hit 800 fours
Kohli scored 81 runs off 44 balls in the match and helped his team chase the target comfortably.
During this innings, he became the first player in IPL history to reach 800 fours. After the match, his numbers reached:
- 807 fours
- 303 sixes
- Total 1110 boundaries
He achieved this milestone in his 274th IPL match, making him the top player for most boundaries in IPL history.
Players with most boundaries in IPL history
Here are the top 3 players with the most boundaries in IPL:
| Player | Team(s) | Matches | Innings | Boundaries | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 274 | 266 | 1110 | 807 | 303 |
| Rohit Sharma | Deccan Chargers, Mumbai Indians | 276 | 271 | 963 | 653 | 310 |
| Shikhar Dhawan | PBKS, SRH, MI, DC, DC Chargers | 222 | 221 | 920 | 768 | 152 |
Rohit Sharma is second on the list with 963 boundaries. He has been one of the most successful IPL players and a key figure for Mumbai Indians.
Shikhar Dhawan is third with 920 boundaries. Even though he has not played in recent seasons, his record still stands strong.
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Why this record is special
Boundaries show how strong a batsman is in T20 cricket. Scoring fours and sixes regularly means a player can change the game quickly.
Kohli’s record shows:
- Long-term consistency
- Ability to score in different conditions
- Strong performance across many seasons
His 1110 total boundaries make him the most successful boundary hitter in IPL history so far.
RCB’s big win adds to the moment
The match was also special for RCB as they completed an important win at home. Kohli’s innings helped the team reach the target easily and gave fans a memorable moment.
This performance also marked another milestone for the team at their home ground.
Final update
Virat Kohli’s record of 800 fours is a big achievement in IPL history. He now leads the list of players with the most boundaries.
With IPL 2026 moving ahead, fans can expect more records and big performances from top players.
