Tim David scripts HISTORY, joins elite list, becomes second-fastest batter to...

Tim David scripts HISTORY, joins elite list, becomes second-fastest batter. Let's dive into this photo collection to find out about the massive feat.

By Sruti Thakur | Updated: April 18, 2026 5:05 PM IST

Tim David scripts HISTORY, joins elite list, becomes second-fastest batter to...

Delhi Capitals handed Royal Challengers Bengaluru their second defeat of the season

IPL 2026 match no.26, Delhi Capitals handed Royal Challengers Bengaluru their second defeat of the season, as the hosts lost by six wickets at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

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Tim David etched his name in the record books during clash against Delhi Capitals

Star Australian Tim David etched his name in the record books during clash against Delhi Capitals at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday.

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Tim David played a late quickfire knock of 26 off 17 balls

Tim David played a late quickfire knock of 26 off 17 balls at a strike rate of 152.94, laced with three fours and a six.

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Tim David brought up 1,000 IPL runs in IPL

Tim David brought up 1,000 IPL runs and became the 109th player to reach the milestone.

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Tim David registered the best career strike rate

The star RCB finisher also set a new benchmark, as he registered the best career strike rate (177.83) among all players with 1,000 or more IPL runs.

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Tim David became the second-fastest player in IPL history to complete 1,000 runs by balls

Tim David also became the second-fastest player in IPL history to complete 1,000 runs in terms of balls faced.

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Tim David achieved the massive feat in just 560 balls

The former Mumbai Indians star achieved the massive feat in just 560 balls, going past Travis Head and registering the fastest mark by any player in this decade.

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Tim David was acquired by RCB for Rs 3 crore

Tim David, who was acquired by Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2025 mega-auction for Rs 3 crore, played a crucial role in his side maiden IPL title triumph.

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Tim David IPL stats

Tim David has played a total of 56 IPL matches and scored 1019 runs at an average of 36.4 and a strike rate of 177.8.

Tim David scripts HISTORY, joins elite list, becomes second-fastest batter to...

Tim David scripts HISTORY, joins elite list, becomes second-fastest batter. Let's dive into this photo collection to find out about the massive feat.