Ahmedabad, India: In a historic moment during the IPL 2025 final against Punjab Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) stalwart Virat Kohli etched his name further into the Indian Premier League record books by becoming the player with the most boundaries in the tournament’s history. Kohli surpassed the likes of Shikhar Dhawan and Rohit Sharma to achieve this monumental feat.
A New Boundary King
Heading into the final, Virat Kohli was neck and neck with Shikhar Dhawan for the most fours in IPL history. Dhawan held the record with 768 boundaries. However, with his very first boundary in the final against Punjab Kings, Kohli moved past Dhawan, ultimately extending his tally to over 770 fours by the end of his innings. This achievement solidifies his reputation as a master accumulator of runs and a consistent boundary-hitter throughout the IPL’s existence.
Overtaking Stalwarts: Dhawan and Rohit Left Behind
For years, Shikhar Dhawan had been the undisputed leader in terms of fours in the IPL, known for his elegant strokeplay and ability to find gaps. Rohit Sharma, another prolific scorer and a captain with multiple IPL titles, also features prominently in the list of most boundaries. However, Kohli’s consistent performances and longevity have now seen him surpass these two Indian crickates legends.
This record adds another significant feather to Virat Kohli’s already illustrious IPL career. He already holds numerous other records, including being the highest run-scorer in the tournament overall, and now, the player with the most boundaries. His ability to find both fours and sixes with remarkable consistency has been a cornerstone of RCB’s batting line-up for over a decade.
The Numbers Game: How the Top Performers Stack Up
- Virat Kohli: 770
- Shikhar Dhawan: 768
- David Warner: 663
- Rohit Sharma: 640
Kohli’s ability to combine classic cricketing shots with aggressive hitting has enabled him to maintain his position as one of the most dominant batsmen in the IPL. This latest record is a testament to his unwavering dedication, fitness, and insatiable hunger for runs.
