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Virat Kohli On The Verge Of Breaking Tendulkar's Long-Standing Record In Bangladesh Tests

Indian batting legend Virat Kohli (X.com)Indian batting legend Virat Kohli (X.com)

Reaching 27,000 runs in international cricket represents a milestone that happens only once in a lifetime, and who better than Virat Kohli, to inch closer to this record. Modern-day cricketing marvel, Virat Kohli is at the edge of achieving this illustrious milestone. 

At present, Kohli needs only 58 more runs for this historical figure and is set very well to create a new benchmark of the fastest achievement of this feat that might overhaul the record of the legendary Indian great Sachin Tendulkar.

Kohli Eyes Sachin Tendulkar's Record 

When Tendulkar reached 27,000 runs in 623 innings, it was a different generation. On the other hand, Kohli's journey to this record has been simply phenomenal. With 26,942 runs in 591 innings, his aggressive and consistent career batting has raised the bar. 

His career average of over 45 runs per inning statistically shows his knack for converting mild starts into big scores. His 80 centuries are behind Tendulkar's 100. However, it must be understood that this number came for Kohli in a much shorter period. Kohli's adaptability across formats, especially in ODIs and T20Is, which he holds records for in T20Is, underlines his versatility and skill.

Kohli's historic opportunity in IND vs BAN Test

The upcoming Tests against Bangladesh are significant opportunities for Kohli to set this record. Virat Kohli, last seen in the South Africa vs India Tests at Cape Town in January 2024, will appear in the Test scenario after eight months. 

With Just 58 runs away from this historic achievement, this is not only an opportunity for a record to fall; but also about setting a new benchmark of cricketing excellence. If Kohli manages this in his next innings, he will Tendulkar's record and set a new record that will be tough to beat. This would also improve his ICC Test rankings, as he currently sits at the seventh spot with 737 points.