Kohli achieved the feat during Delhi’s Vijay Hazare Trophy clash against Gujarat at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru on Friday. Batting with characteristic authority and control, he struck 77 runs off just 61 balls, anchoring Delhi’s innings and showcasing the efficiency that has defined his batting for over a decade. While the knock itself was impactful, its statistical significance resonated far beyond the match.
With this innings, Kohli’s career List A batting average climbed to 57.87, edging past Michael Bevan’s long-standing record of 57.86. The milestone is particularly notable as it applies to batters with a minimum of 5,000 List A runs, placing Kohli at the very top of a category that spans decades of elite 50-over cricket across the world.
Bevan, widely regarded as one of the finest finishers the game has produced, held the record for years, making Kohli’s achievement a testament to sustained excellence rather than a fleeting peak. While Kohli has often been compared to Sachin Tendulkar for his prolific century-making ability, this latest record reinforces a different aspect of his greatness — unmatched consistency and run-scoring efficiency across formats and conditions.
The Vijay Hazare Trophy appearance also highlighted Kohli’s seamless transition between international and domestic cricket, with his presence elevating the profile and competitiveness of India’s premier domestic 50-over tournament. His performance against Gujarat served as a reminder that even outside the international spotlight, Kohli continues to set benchmarks that redefine batting standards.
As Kohli adds another global record to his résumé, the achievement further cements his legacy as one of the most reliable and accomplished batters the game has seen. Surpassing a name as revered as Michael Bevan in List A cricket history underscores not only Kohli’s longevity but also his enduring impact on the modern era of limited-overs cricket.
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