Ajinkya Rahane is set to achieve a remarkable milestone as he plays his 200th IPL match today, becoming only the 11th player in the league's history to reach this landmark.
As Kolkata Knight Riders take on Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Eden Gardens on Thursday (April 2), the veteran Indian player is set to reach the prestigious milestone.
The seasoned Mumbai batter and current Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain has been a symbol of longevity and quiet resilience in the IPL since his debut in 2008 with Mumbai Indians. Over nearly two decades, Rahane has showcased elegance, leadership, and adaptability, evolving from a reliable anchor to an explosive T20 contributor.
In IPL 2025, he captained KKR and scored 390 runs, while in the ongoing 2026 season,
he started strongly with a brisk 67 off 40 balls against Mumbai Indians. Known for his classical technique blended with modern aggression, Rahane has also crossed 500 fours in the tournament.
Ajinkya Rahane IPL Matches by Teams
Mumbai Indians (2008-09) - 10
Rajasthan Royals (2011-15, 2018-19) - 100
Rising Pune Supergiants (2016-17) - 30
Delhi Capitals (2020-21) - 11
Chennai Super Kings (2023-24) - 27
Kolkata Knight Riders (2022, 2025-Present) - 22
Most Appearances in IPL
MS Dhoni leads the list for most appearances in the IPL with 278 matches. The Indian veteran is still going strong and has been a fantastic servant of the competition over the years. Rohit Sharma is the 2nd in the list with 273 matches, while Virat Kohli has played 268 matches, all for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru outfit.
| Name | Teams | Matches | Span |
|---|---|---|---|
| MS Dhoni* | CSK/RPS | 278 | 2008-2025 |
| Rohit Sharma* | DCH/MI | 273 | 2008-2026 |
| Virat Kohli* | RCB | 268 | 2008-2026 |
| Dinesh Karthik | DC/GL/KKR/KXIP/MI/RCB | 257 | 2008-2024 |
| Ravindra Jadeja* | CSK/GL/Kochi/RR | 255 | 2008-2026 |
| Shikhar Dhawan | DC/DCH/MI/PBKS/SRH | 222 | 2008-2024 |
| Ravichandran Ashwin | CSK/DC/KXIP/RPS/RR | 221 | 2009-2025 |
| Suresh Raina | CSK/GL | 205 | 2008-2021 |
| Robin Uthappa | CSK/KKR/MI/PWI/RCB/RR | 205 | 2008-2022 |
| Ambati Rayudu | CSK/MI | 204 | 2010-2023 |
*Still active players
