Every IPL season sees records being broken, but some milestones stand out more than others. KL Rahul is on the brink of achieving one such milestone as he closes in on overtaking MS Dhoni in the all-time IPL run charts. With 5,427 runs in 151 matches, Rahul is just 13 runs away from surpassing Dhoni’s tally of 5,439 runs from 278 games. Despite Dhoni’s legendary status in the league, Rahul’s consistency and impressive record cannot be ignored. Rahul’s average of 45.61 and strike rate of 136.98 highlight his ability to shape innings effectively. Since joining Delhi Capitals in 2025, Rahul has showcased a more aggressive approach, evident in his strike rate of over 166 in IPL 2026. Once he surpasses Dhoni, his next target is Suresh Raina, who sits fifth on the all-time run charts with 5,528 runs. While Dhoni’s legacy in the IPL is unquestionable, Rahul is carving his own path as a top-order wicketkeeper-batter, one milestone at a time.
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