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Indian cricket stalwart Ajinkya Rahane added another feather to his cap by completing 7,000 runs in T20 cricket during the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at Eden Gardens on 9th April in the Match 21 of IPL 2025. With the poise and consistency that have defined his career, the veteran batsman reached the milestone with a traditional boundary.
As KKR's vital middle-order player, Rahane made sure his team scored a respectable total..Rahane's most noteworthy knock against LSG was a 36-run inning at a respectable strike rate.
The crowd at Eden Gardens erupted in cheers as he reached the 7,000-run milestone, recognizing the accomplishment of one of India's most reliable batsmen. Captain Shreyas Iyer and coach Gautam Gambhir led the cheers as the KKR dugout gave him a standing ovation.
Often regardd as a Test specialist, Rahane has subtly developed a strong T20 resume:
1. Made his debut for the Mumbai Indians in 2008 and went on to establish himself as a mainstay for the Rajasthan Royals from 2011 to 2019, where he captained the team and amassed over 3,000 runs.
2. His 2019 IPL knock of 105 (63 balls)* for RR against Delhi is still regarded as one of his best.
3. Rahane was a vital part of India's early T20 World Cup victories, including the 2007 victory (as a backup player) and the 2016 semifinal run, despite not playing frequently in T20Is.
4. Showed his versatility by playing for the Montreal Tigers (GT20 Canada) and Hampshire (England).
With more than 7,000 runs, Rahane joins the elite group of Indian batsmen, which includes such greats as:
Virat Kohli (more than 12,000 runs).
Rohit Sharma (more than 11,000 runs).
Suresh Raina (more than 8,600 runs).
MS Dhoni (more than 7,300 runs).
Rahane's achievement is significant because, unlike the majority of players on the list, he did not regularly play T20I and instead depended on domestic cricket and IPL performances. .In contrast to modern power hitters, his mid-120s strike rate is indicative of his traditional anchor role.
Shreyas Iyer (KKR Captain): "Rahane bhai's experience is priceless. He's the glue that holds our middle order together. Reaching 7,000 runs shows his dedication."
The hashtag #Rahane7000 trended on Twitter/X, with fans recalling his 2014 IPL Orange Cap (when he scored 560 runs). Memes comparing his "vintage" style to modern slam-bang cricket also went viral.
At 35, Rahane is still in excellent shape and form. He could serve as a crucial stabilizing force as KKR aims to secure a playoff spot.. He can coach young batsmen or research international leagues other than the IPL.
Over 7,000 T20 runs in total (as of today)
4,400+ IPL runs over 14 seasons
The best IPL season was 2014 (560 runs, contender for the Orange Cap).
Teams: Hampshire, Montreal (international); Mumbai (domestic); RR, DC, and KKR (IPL)
(Sources: ESPNcricinfo, IPL Official Website, BCCI Data)
