Ayush Badoni has reached a significant milestone in his IPL career, becoming the second Indian batter to score 1,000 runs for the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). This achievement occurred during the IPL 2026 match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on April 9, 2026.
Badoni Joins the 1,000 Run Club
The 26-year-old right-handed batsman needed just 25 runs to enter the 1,000-run club. He accomplished this feat in the 12th over of LSG’s innings while chasing a target of 182 runs.
Historic Performance
Badoni’s entry into this elite group places him alongside notable players, with KL Rahul being the first Indian batter to achieve this milestone for LSG. Rahul has scored a total of 1,410 runs for the franchise, which is the highest for any LSG player. Nicholas Pooran, a former West Indies player, also reached the 1,000-run mark last year.
Top Run Scorers for LSG
| Player | Runs |
|---|---|
| KL Rahul | 1,410 |
| Nicholas Pooran | 1,403* |
| Ayush Badoni | 1,002* |
| Marcus Stoinis | 952 |
| Quinton de Kock | 901 |
Badoni’s IPL Journey
Since joining LSG in 2022, Badoni has played in 59 IPL matches, scoring a total of 1,002 runs. This season, he has already scored 39 runs in three matches. Throughout his IPL career, he has recorded six half-centuries.
Despite his impressive performance, Badoni remains uncapped at the international level, making his achievement as the first uncapped player to score 1,000 runs in IPL for LSG even more remarkable.
Achievements in Context
In comparison, Prabhsimran Singh holds the record for the most runs by an uncapped player in the IPL with 1,385 runs. Singh has played 54 IPL matches for Punjab Kings, showcasing the level of competition that Badoni is succeeding against.
As Badoni continues his IPL career, he remains a vital asset for LSG and a player to watch in the upcoming matches.
