Kolkata, May 8 -- Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) skipper Ajinkya Rahane completed 5,000 runs in the Indian Premier League (IPL), becoming the ninth player to reach the milestone.

Rahane achieved this milestone during his side's Indian Premier League (IPL) clash against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

During the match, Rahane played a fine knock of 48 in 33 balls, with four boundaries and two sixes. His runs came at a strike rate of 145.95.

In 197 matches, Rahane has now 5,017 runs at an average of 30.59, with a strike rate of over 124. He has made two centuries and 33 fifties, and his best score is 105*. He is the ninth run-getter in IPL history.

Rahane has represented Mumbai Indians (2008-10), Rajasthan Royals (201...