NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have announced just three retentions ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction, and as reported by TimesofIndia.com, Virat Kohli is set to return as the franchise’s captain for the upcoming season. Kohli previously led RCB from 2013 to 2021, during which the team reached one final, in 2016.During Kohli’s…
NEW DELHI: Following their fifth consecutive IPL victory, former Australian all-rounder Tom Moody said that Royal Challengers Bengaluru have demonstrated their ability to execute when it matters most.Virat Kohli and company, who were languishing at the bottom of the points table ten days ago, have regained their momentum. They have a realistic possibility of making…
NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) showcased exceptional bowling and fielding prowess as they secured a commanding 47-run victory over Delhi Capitals, keeping their IPL playoff aspirations alive on Sunday.Despite posting a modest total of 187 for 9, buoyed by a fiery half-century from the in-form Rajat Patidar, RCB’s bowling attack dismantled the lackluster DC…
NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a commanding victory over Punjab Kings in their IPL 2024 clash in Dharamsala on Thursday. Aakash Chopra, former Indian cricketer, didn’t mince words as he dissected Kohli’s masterful innings and RCB‘s resounding triumph.“Kohli opened, and it seemed like the Punjab players ate parathas with a lot…
NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli‘s masterful 92 off 47 balls, paired with Rajat Patidar‘s brisk half-century, propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru to an imposing total of 241/7 against Punjab Kings in a rain-affected IPL match on Thursday.Punjab Kings’ fielding lapses played into RCB’s hands as Kohli and Patidar seized the opportunity, combining for a quick 72 runs…
NEW DELHI: Punjab Kings faced a disappointing start against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their crucial encounter at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala on Thursday.After winning the toss and choosing to field first, Punjab Kings struggled with their fielding, dropping three vital catches in the opening five overs, including two off Virat Kohli.Kohli’s…
NEW DELHI: Former Australian cricketer Aaron Finch has come to the defense of Virat Kohli‘s strike rate amidst scrutiny, emphasizing the broader context of his partnership with Rajat Patidar. Finch’s perspective sheds light on the strategic nuances of Kohli’s innings, offering a counterpoint to the criticism levied by cricketing legend Sunil Gavaskar.In an analysis on…
NEW DELHI: The feeling of emerging victorious cannot be described in words and it becomes even sweeter, like a cherry on top of the cake when it follows six successive defeats.And it was quite visible on Virat Kohli‘s face after Royal Challengers Bengaluru snapped their six-match losing streak and clinched a comfortable 35-run victory over…
NEW DELHI: Rajat Patidar‘s explosive half-century and a strong performance from the spinners led Royal Challengers Bangalore to a 35-run victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL on Thursday, snapping their six-match losing streak.Patidar’s quick-fire 50 off 20 balls provided a sharp contrast to Virat Kohli‘s steady 51 off 43 balls, helping RCB post a…
NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli‘s performance against Sunrisers Hyderabad, where he emerged as the highest scorer for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, came under scrutiny from the legendary Sunil Gavaskar. Despite Kohli’s contribution, Gavaskar expressed his disapproval of the pace at which the runs were scored.The former Indian cricketer’s criticism highlighted the importance of strike rate in the…
