Published: 13 January 2026General
Virat Kohli Becomes Second-Highest International Run-Scorer, Surpasses Sangakkara
Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli became the second-highest international run-scorer during the first ODI against New Zealand in Vadodara on January 14, 2026. He surpassed Kumar Sangakkara's tally of 28,016 runs (in 624 innings). Only Sachin Tendulkar remains ahead with 34,357 runs.
Kohli has 84 international centuries across formats. The milestone came in his characteristic fashion with a fluent innings in the series opener. Cricket fans across Rajasthan celebrated, with the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur — where Kohli has played several memorable innings — putting up congratulatory displays.
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Virat Kohli became the second-highest international run-scorer by surpassing which cricketer's tally of 28,016 runs?
Explanation · Correct answer CVirat Kohli surpassed Kumar Sangakkara's tally of 28,016 runs (in 624 innings) to become the second-highest international run-scorer. Only Sachin Tendulkar remains ahead with 34,357 runs.
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When did Virat Kohli become the second-highest international run-scorer and whose record did he surpass?
**Virat Kohli** became the **second-highest international run-scorer** during the **first ODI against New Zealand in Vadodara on January 14, 2026**. He surpassed **Kumar Sangakkara's** tally of **28,016 runs (in 624 innings)**. Only **Sachin Tendulkar** remains ahead with **34,357 runs**.
How many international centuries does Virat Kohli have after surpassing Sangakkara in January 2026?
**Virat Kohli** has **84 international centuries across formats** (Tests, ODIs, and T20Is) after surpassing Kumar Sangakkara's **28,016 international runs** in Vadodara on **January 14, 2026**. He is now the **second-highest international run-scorer** behind only **Sachin Tendulkar (34,357 runs)**.
Who are the top three international run-scorers in cricket after Virat Kohli's milestone in January 2026?
After Kohli's milestone on **January 14, 2026**: **1) Sachin Tendulkar — 34,357 runs**, **2) Virat Kohli — surpassed 28,016 runs**, **3) Kumar Sangakkara — 28,016 runs** (624 innings). Kohli achieved this milestone during the **first ODI against New Zealand in Vadodara**, with **84 international centuries** across all formats.
In which match did Virat Kohli surpass Kumar Sangakkara's international runs tally in January 2026?
**Virat Kohli** surpassed **Kumar Sangakkara's 28,016 runs** during the **first ODI against New Zealand in Vadodara** on **January 14, 2026**. This made him the **second-highest international run-scorer** in cricket history, with only **Sachin Tendulkar (34,357 runs)** ahead. Kohli has **84 international centuries** across formats.
What milestone did Virat Kohli achieve in international cricket during his innings against New Zealand in Vadodara in January 2026?
**Virat Kohli** became the **second-highest international run-scorer** in cricket history during the **first ODI against New Zealand in Vadodara on January 14, 2026**. He surpassed **Kumar Sangakkara's 28,016 runs** (recorded in 624 innings). Kohli has **84 international centuries** across formats; only **Sachin Tendulkar (34,357 runs)** remains ahead.
