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Virat Kohli, the third-highest run-scorer in IPL history, has identified KKR as his preferred rivals, despite their strong track record against his team, RCB.
The rivalry, marked by KKR's 20 victories in 34 matches, has been a highlight of the IPL, with Kohli amassing 962 runs against them.
Kohli, who became the first to score 8,000 runs in the league in 2024, also has a notable rivalry with Mumbai Indians, against whom he has scored the third-most runs.

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Virat Kohli has over 950 runs against KKR in the IPL

Virat Kohli picks KKR as his favored IPL rivals

By Parth Dhall

Aug 20, 2024

12:18 am

What's the story

India's Run Machine Virat Kohli recently revealed his prefered Indian Premier League (IPL) rival. The disclosure was made during a special segment with Star Sports, marking his 16th anniversary in international cricket. In this 'Rapid Fire' session, Kohli was asked to choose between Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders as his preferred nemisis. Surprisingly, he opted for the Shah Rukh Khan-owned franchise. Kohli has scored 962 runs at 38.48 against the Knight Riders in the IPL.

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Rivalry with KKR

Kohli's journey in the IPL has been marked by intense competition, particularly with KKR. The two teams have faced off 34 times, with KKR securing victory in 20 matches and Kohli's side winning just 14. This rivalry was further intensified when RCB last defeated KKR at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium back in 2015. Notably, KKR have won three of their four IPL encounters against RCB since 2020.

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— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) August 18, 2024

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MI vs RCB in IPL 

Mumbai Indians have also demonstrated a strong track record against RCB, defeating them in 19 of 33 matches. This rivalry is also known for producing some heated moments between players.

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A look at Kohli's incredible IPL stats

Kohli is the third-highest run-scorer against KKR in the IPL. He owns 962 runs from 34 matches at an average 38.48 in this regard. The RCB batter also owns an IPL century against the Knight Riders. Besides, Kohli also has the third-most runs against MI in the IPL (855 runs at 30.53). In 2024, he became the first batter to complete 8,000 runs in the cash-rich league. He has a record eight IPL tons to his name.