Rohit Sharma etched his name deeper into IPL history during Mumbai Indians’ thrilling six-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders in the 2026 season opener at the Wankhede Stadium.
While smashing a blistering 78 off just 38 balls, the Mumbai Indians opener surpassed Virat Kohli’s long-standing record for the most runs scored by a batter against a single opponent in the Indian Premier League. Rohit now boasts 1,161 runs in 36 IPL matches against KKR, going past Kohli’s tally of 1,159 runs against Punjab Kings.
This milestone came as part of a dominant 148-run opening stand with Ryan Rickelton, who hammered 81 off 43 deliveries. Rohit’s aggressive knock, featuring six fours and six sixes, also marked his fastest IPL fifty (off 23 balls) and took him to his 50th fifty-plus score in the tournament, placing him alongside an elite group that includes Kohli.
The record-breaking performance helped Mumbai Indians chase down a formidable target of 221, finishing at 224 for 4 in 19.1 overs and ending a 14-year drought in IPL season openers.
Rohit Sharma’s achievement highlights his continued excellence against Kolkata Knight Riders, a team he has consistently dominated throughout his IPL career while representing both Deccan Chargers and Mumbai Indians.
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This feat adds another chapter to the ongoing rivalry in Indian cricket between two of the game’s modern greats, with Rohit claiming a unique statistical edge in the IPL arena.
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