Suryakumar Yadav Shatters Sachin Tendulkar’s Iconic IPL Record with Stellar 2025 Season
In a historic feat that has sent ripples through the cricketing world, Suryakumar Yadav has etched his name in the annals of Mumbai Indians (MI) history by becoming the only batter from the franchise to achieve three Indian Premier League (IPL) seasons with 500 or more runs. This remarkable milestone places him above legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Quinton de Kock, who managed this feat twice each during their stints with MI.
The record-breaking moment arrived during MI’s electrifying clash against Gujarat Titans (GT) at the iconic Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday. Suryakumar played a blistering knock of 35 off 24 balls, studded with five boundaries, at an impressive strike rate of 145.83. This innings not only contributed to his season tally but also marked his 12th consecutive score of 25 or more in IPL 2025—a record for the longest such streak by any batter in a single season.
Leading the charge in IPL 2025, Suryakumar now tops the run charts with a staggering 510 runs in 12 matches, boasting an average of 63.75 and a strike rate exceeding 170. His season has been punctuated by three fifties, with a best of 67*, showcasing his consistency and flair as one of the most destructive T20 batters in the world. This achievement adds another feather to his cap, as he outshines even the legendary Tendulkar in this specific MI record.
Reflecting on Suryakumar’s journey, his first 500-run haul came in 2018, marking his return to MI with 512 runs in 14 matches at an average of 36.57 and a strike rate over 133. He emerged as MI’s top scorer that year. Fast forward to 2023, and he delivered his most prolific season yet, amassing 605 runs in 16 matches at an average of 43.21 and a strike rate above 181. That season included a sensational century (103*) and five fifties, underlining his evolution into a T20 powerhouse.
In contrast, Sachin Tendulkar’s two 500-run seasons for MI remain iconic. In 2010, he clinched the Orange Cap with 618 runs in 15 innings at an average of 47.53 and a strike rate over 132. He followed this up in 2011 with 553 runs in 16 innings at an average of 42.53, including a century. Meanwhile, Quinton de Kock matched Tendulkar’s feat with consecutive 500+ seasons in 2019 (529 runs) and 2020 (503 runs), playing a pivotal role in MI’s back-to-back title wins with strike rates over 132 and 140, respectively.
Suryakumar’s consistency, adaptability, and explosive batting have not only redefined MI’s batting legacy but also set a new benchmark for aspiring T20 stars. As IPL 2025 progresses, fans and pundits alike are eager to see if ‘SKY’ can maintain this scorching form and perhaps lead MI to another title triumph. One thing is certain—Suryakumar Yadav is not just breaking records; he is crafting a legacy that will inspire generations to come.