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Tim David Hits 1,000 IPL Runs, Becomes Second-Fastest to Milestone

Australian power-hitter Tim David has become the second-fastest player to score 1,000 runs in the Indian Premier League, reaching the milestone in just 560 deliveries. He achieved this during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's match against the Delhi Capitals, contributing a quickfire 26 runs. David's overall IPL career boasts a stunning strike rate of 177.83, highlighting his impact as a finisher. Only West Indies' Andre Russell has reached the 1,000-run mark faster, doing so in 545 balls.

Key Points: Tim David Second-Fastest to 1,000 IPL Runs

  • Reached 1,000 runs in 560 balls
  • Averages 86.50 this IPL season
  • Scored 26 runs in pivotal match
  • Plays for Mumbai Indians and RCB
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Tim David becomes 2nd fastest to score 1,000 runs in IPL

Australian batter Tim David reaches 1,000 IPL runs in just 560 balls, trailing only Andre Russell. See his stats and match highlights.

"He is the second-fastest to reach the milestone, in 560 balls - Match Report"

Bengaluru, April 18

Australian and Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Tim David became the second fastest to score 1,000 Indian Premier League on Saturday.

Tim achieved this milestone during his side's IPL game against the Delhi Capitals (DC) at M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday. During the match, David scored 26 in 17 balls, with three fours and a six, with a strike rate of 152.94, before perishing to Axar Patel.

In 56 matches and 50 innings for Mumbai Indians (MI) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), David has made 1,019 runs at an average of 36.39 and a strike rate of 177.83, with two fifties. His best score is 70*.

In six matches and six innings this season, he has made 173 runs at an average of 86.50, with a strike rate of 203.52, including a half-century with the best score of 70*.

He is the second-fastest to reach the milestone, in 560 balls, with Andre Russell (545 balls) being the fastest one to reach the milestone.

Coming to the match, DC won the toss and opted to bowl first. Phil Salt and Virat Kohli (19 in 13 balls, with three fours) put up a 52-run opening stand. Salt (63 in 38 balls, with four boundaries and three sixes) put on a fine show with the bat, while other batters failed to capitalise on their starts. RCB put on 175/8 in their 20 overs.

Skipper Axar (2/18), Kuldeep Yadav (2/32) and Lungi Ngidi (2/39) took two wickets each, not letting RCB batters make the most of their starts.

- ANI

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Priya S
Great achievement, but honestly, the match result is more important. RCB lost again! Individual milestones are nice, but the team needs to start winning. Our bowling looks so weak.
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Vikram M
Second fastest to 1000 runs, only behind Dre Russ! That's elite company. His power-hitting is a treat to watch. Hope he can help RCB turn their season around. 🤞
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Rohit P
Respect to Tim David. He's adapted so well to Indian conditions. But yaar, can we talk about how DC's spinners Axar and Kuldeep strangled us? Our middle order collapse is a recurring nightmare.
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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living in Bangalore, it's bittersweet. Happy for Tim's personal record, but another loss at Chinnaswamy hurts. The team balance feels off. We need more from our Indian core players.
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Karthik V
That average of 86.50 this season is outstanding! He's been RCB's most consistent performer. If only others could support him. The league is lucky to have such global talent showcasing their skills here.

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