- Manish Pandey played in all 19 IPL seasons.
- He joins Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.
- Pandey scored the first Indian IPL century.
Manish Pandey IPL Record: Veteran Indian batter Manish Pandey has added another remarkable achievement to his long IPL journey, marking a milestone that only a handful of players have managed to reach. In the 2026 season of the Indian Premier League, Pandey etched his name alongside some of the biggest names in the tournament’s history. Over nearly two decades, Pandey has remained relevant despite changing teams, formats and team dynamics.
A Rare 19-Season Achievement
Pandey featured in the playing XI for Kolkata Knight Riders during their clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad. With this appearance, he unlocked a rare record. The 36-year-old has now played in all 19 seasons of the IPL, becoming only the third cricketer to do so.
Before him, this milestone was achieved only by Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. This feat highlights not just longevity, but also consistency and adaptability in one of the most competitive T20 leagues in the world.
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KKR brought Pandey into the XI in place of Ramandeep Singh in their last IPL 2026 fixture, and this inclusion turned into a historic moment even before he faced a ball.
From First Indian IPL Century To Now
Pandey’s IPL journey has been filled with landmark moments. He was the first Indian batter to score a century in the IPL, achieving the feat in 2009 while playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore. Interestingly, the inaugural 2008 season saw no Indian player reach the three-figure mark.
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He began his IPL career with Mumbai Indians but had limited opportunities in the first season. It was the following year, when RCB backed him and Pandey made headlines with his historic century, repaying the team’s faith in style.
Now, years later, he has added another significant chapter to his IPL story. Being part of all 19 seasons is not just about participation but reflects durability, discipline and the ability to evolve with the game.
With this milestone, Pandey strengthens his legacy as one of the most enduring Indian players in IPL history, standing tall alongside the likes of Kohli and Rohit.
