Top 5 fastest Indian players to reach 1000 runs in IPL history

Ruturaj Gaikwad and Sachin Tendulkar are the fastest to reach 1000 runs in IPL history. Chennai Super Kings' opener Ruturaj Gaikwad showcased his talent by scoring 99 off 57 balls against Sunrisers Hyderabad, helping his team reach 202. Hyderabad couldn't match the total, losing the game by 13 runs.



​In April 2010, Mumbai Indians' skipper Sachin Tendulkar played a brilliant innings of 89 not out off 59 balls against Rajasthan Royals, guiding his team to a total of 174. The Royals fell short by 37 runs in the chase. Meanwhile,

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In his 33rd IPL innings on April 22, 2024, Mumbai Indians' talented batter Tilak Varma reached the milestone of 1000 runs against Rajasthan Royals. Varma played a crucial role, scoring 65 off 45 balls, and was the top scorer for Mumbai as they posted a total of 179.

In their 34th IPL innings, both Suresh Raina and Yashasvi Jaiswal reached the milestone of 1,000 runs. In the 2023 season, Jaiswal's brisk 35 off 18 provided a strong start for Rajasthan Royals against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Despite posting 214, the Royals lost in a nail-biting finish as Sunrisers secured victory on the last ball.



Meanwhile Raina's unbeaten 83 off 52 for Chennai Super Kings in 2010 helped set a target of 180 against Mumbai Indians, but Mumbai successfully chased it down in 19 overs. Meanwhile,

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In his 35th innings, Delhi Capitals' Rishabh Pant achieved a remarkable milestone during the 2018 season, scoring an unbeaten 128 off 63 against Sunrisers Hyderabad, helping his team post 187. Despite his efforts, Sunrisers successfully chased down the target in 18.5 overs.


Similarly, Devdutt Padikkal reached the 1000-run mark in his 35th innings while playing for Rajasthan Royals in 2022. He contributed 24 off 18 as the Royals set a total of 217 against Kolkata Knight Riders. However, Knight Riders fell short by just seven runs in the chase.

In his 36th IPL innings, left-handed batter Gautam Gambhir reached this milestone while playing for Delhi Capitals against Punjab Kings. Gambhir's quick cameo of 26 off 12, including five fours, was crucial, although he was joint-highest contributor for Delhi alongside Mithun Manhas. Despite their efforts, Delhi was bundled out for 111. Punjab Kings successfully chased the target, winning with seven balls to spare.