IPL 2019: Virat Kohli grinds it out in baseball-inspired training session - Watch
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IPL 2019: Virat Kohli grinds it out in baseball-inspired training session - Watch

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Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Virat Kohli has posted a video of a baseball-inspired training session in Bengaluru, showing him hard at work in preparation for their upcoming Indian Premier League 2019 matches. The Indian national team captain has been with the Royal Challengers Bangalore since the franchise’s inception in 2008 but has never won an IPL title. The batsman is under pressure to deliver the title this year, and former India international and two-time IPL champion Gautam Gambhir has been scathing in his criticism of Kohli’s leadership qualities. However, Kohli is not keeping any stone unturned in his preparations for the upcoming games as he showed during a baseball-inspired training session in Bengaluru.

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IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer’s selfless act against Gujarat Titans draws comparison with Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni; here’s why
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IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer’s selfless act against Gujarat Titans draws comparison with Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni; here’s why

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Shreyas Iyer's selfless act during Punjab Kings' IPL 2025 opener against Gujarat Titans on Tuesday has drawn comparisons with legendary MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli in the Indian Premier League. At the same time, two old videos of Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni prioritising personal milestones in the IPL, have resurfaced on social media, thus drawing comparisons with the 30-year-old. …

'Virat Kohli asked my name and said...': Eden pitch invader reveals split-second conversation with RCB legend
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'Virat Kohli asked my name and said...': Eden pitch invader reveals split-second conversation with RCB legend

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Rituparno Pakhira, the man who scaled the tall Eden Gardens barricade last week during the IPL 2025 season opener in Kolkata between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders, was arrested for invading the pitch and served a ban from entering the stadium for the rest of the season, but reckoned it was only a small price to …

Watch: Virat Kohli, RCB stars touchdown in Chennai ahead of CSK clash
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Watch: Virat Kohli, RCB stars touchdown in Chennai ahead of CSK clash

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru, including star batter Virat Kohli and captain Rajat Patidar, arrived in Chennai on March 24 ahead of their highly anticipated Indian Premier League 2025 clash against arch-rivals Chennai Super Kings on March 28. CSK secured a thrilling four-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians, while RCB dominated defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders with a convincing seven-wicket win on March …

BCCI official reacts after Virat Kohli fan jumps tall Eden Gardens barricade to meet RCB star during KKR's IPL opener
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BCCI official reacts after Virat Kohli fan jumps tall Eden Gardens barricade to meet RCB star during KKR's IPL opener

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru romped home to a 7-wicket victory over KKR in the opening game of the IPL 2025 season, completing the chase with 22 deliveries to spare in a dominant performance as a new era dawns. Virat Kohli embraces a fan who ran onto the pitch at the Eden Gardens in the KKR vs RCB match. Kohli’s stature within …

Virat Kohli teased in RCB dressing room for dance with Shah Rukh Khan after win vs KKR: 'Footwork was good because...'
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Virat Kohli teased in RCB dressing room for dance with Shah Rukh Khan after win vs KKR: 'Footwork was good because...'

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Virat Kohli delivered yet another chasing masterclass under lights, crafting a sublime unbeaten half-century as Royal Challengers Bengaluru dismantled Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL opener. Dinesh Karthik reminded Virat Kohli of his dance with Shah Rukh Khan His 30-ball fifty, laced with three sixes and four fours, ensured there were no hiccups as RCB sealed the chase in just …

Did Rinku Singh intentionally snub Virat Kohli during IPL opening ceremony? Viral video stokes online controversy
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Did Rinku Singh intentionally snub Virat Kohli during IPL opening ceremony? Viral video stokes online controversy

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Indian Premier League season 18 in underway with the first match won by Royal Challengers Bengaluru against the defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders on Saturday. However, ahead of the match, IPL opening ceremony was also held at the Eden Gardens where KKR owner Shah Rukh Khan was joined by Virat Kohli and Rinku Singh on stage. Netizens react to Rinku …

IPL 2025: What is Virat Kohli's new shot that could give oppositions headache
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IPL 2025: What is Virat Kohli's new shot that could give oppositions headache

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Virat Kohli starred in Royal Challengers Bangalore’s epic thrashing of Kolkata Knight Riders in the first match of the Indian Premier League. IPL 2025 Coverage | IPL Points Table | IPL Schedule The slog-sweep turned out to be Kohli's main weapon against the spin duo of Varun Chakravarthy and Sunil Narine, which helped him score at a high rate on …

IPL 2025: Did KKR player Rinku Singh ignore Virat Kohli at the opening ceremony while greeting Shah Rukh Khan? Netizens react to viral video
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IPL 2025: Did KKR player Rinku Singh ignore Virat Kohli at the opening ceremony while greeting Shah Rukh Khan? Netizens react to viral video

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A Virat Kohli fan question the relevance of Rinku Singh and said that a superstar like Shah Rukh Khan also bowed down to Kohli. There’s a video from the opening ceremony of IPL 2025 when KKR player Rinku Singh has reportedly ignored Virat Kohli at the opening ceremony while greeting Shah Rukh Khan. Another wrote- “Literally this guy is irrelevant …

IPL 2025: Fan jumps barricades to meet Virat Kohli, BCCI Vice President reacts
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IPL 2025: Fan jumps barricades to meet Virat Kohli, BCCI Vice President reacts

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BCCI Vice President Rajeev Shukla reacted to a video of fan jumping the fences to meet Virat Kohli during the opening game of Indian Premier League 2025 between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders. During the second innings of the match, a fan was seen breaching the security and entering the playing area to meet Virat Kohli. IPL 2025 …

IPL 2025: Defining moments from Virat Kohli-powered RCB triumph over KKR
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IPL 2025: Defining moments from Virat Kohli-powered RCB triumph over KKR

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by seven wickets in IPL 2025 opener. The turning point came when RCB’s Krunal Pandya took three important wickets in the middle overs, which shifted the game in RCB’s favour. For his impressive and game changing spell of 3⃣/2⃣9⃣, Krunal Pandya bagged the Player of the Match award that helped #RCB register a …

Virat Kohli steals the show in IPL 2025 opener: Dance with SRK, gun with bat, God for fans
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Virat Kohli steals the show in IPL 2025 opener: Dance with SRK, gun with bat, God for fans

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"The old generation is still here, still ready to play the game. We are here to create memories," said Virat Kohli while speaking with Shah Rukh Khan ahead of the Indian Premier League opener on Saturday. King Khan King Kohli When two kings meet, the stage is bound to be set on fire #TATAIPL 2025 opening ceremony graced with Bollywood …

IPL 2025: Virat Kohli, Phil Salt assault leads RCB to seven-wicket win over defending champions KKR
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IPL 2025: Virat Kohli, Phil Salt assault leads RCB to seven-wicket win over defending champions KKR

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In the IPL 2025 season opener, Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a comfortable seven-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders, with Virat Kohli and Phil Salt leading the chase. Kolkata: ‘Chase master’ Virat Kohli once again showcased his class with a sublime unbeaten half-century as Royal Challengers Bengaluru, backed by Krunal Pandya’s game-changing triple strike in the IPL opener on Saturday. During …

IPL 2025: Virat Kohli, Phil Salt fire up RCB's title hunt in style, decimate KKR
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IPL 2025: Virat Kohli, Phil Salt fire up RCB's title hunt in style, decimate KKR

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru got their campaign in the Indian Premier League 2025 off to a winning start, beating Kolkata Knight Riders by 7 wickets on Saturday, March 22 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. After being put in to bat first, KKR posted 174/7 in their allotted 20 overs as captain Ajinkya Rahane led from the front with a brilliant half-century. IPL …

IPL 2025: Kohli, Salt & Bowlers Shine As RCB Defeat KKR By 7 Wickets In Kolkata
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IPL 2025: Kohli, Salt & Bowlers Shine As RCB Defeat KKR By 7 Wickets In Kolkata

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KKR vs RCB: Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by seven wickets in the inaugural match of the Indian Premier League season 2025 at the Eden Gardens Stadium on March 22. While Virat Kohli, Phil Salt shone with the bat for RCB, Josh Hazlewood and Krunal Pandya helped the visitors restrict Kolkata to 174/8 in 20 overs in the …

IPL 2025: Leader Virat Kohli guides Rajat Patidar on captaincy debut vs KKR
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IPL 2025: Leader Virat Kohli guides Rajat Patidar on captaincy debut vs KKR

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Virat Kohli was seen guiding Rajat Patidar on his captaincy debut in the opening game of the Indian Premier League 2025 against Kolkata Knight Riders on Saturday, March 22 at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Patidar won the first toss of the IPL 2025 and opted to bowl first as Josh Hazlewood vindicated his captain’s decision by dismissing …

IPL 2025: Shah Rukh Khan, Virat Kohli share laughs, dance at opening ceremony
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IPL 2025: Shah Rukh Khan, Virat Kohli share laughs, dance at opening ceremony

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Kolkata Knight Riders co-owner Shah Rukh Khan headlined the opening ceremony of the Indian Premier League 2025 on Saturday, March 22. Shah Rukh danced with Virat Kohli during one of the segments of the ceremony, which had the Eden Gardens crowd go berserk. ?#KKRvRCB | @iamsrk | @imVkohli pic.twitter.com/9rQqWhlrmM— IndianPremierLeague March 22, 2025 Virat replied to Shah Rukh's comments and …

Virat Kohli is ready to do something special: Piyush Chawla warns teams ahead of IPL
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Virat Kohli is ready to do something special: Piyush Chawla warns teams ahead of IPL

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Former India spinner Piyush Chawla said that Virat Kohli is always ready to do something special for his team ahead of the opening game of the Indian Premier League 2025. As the T20 extravaganza gets underway, all eyes will be on Virat Kohli who will mark his return to T20 cricket after retiring from the shortest format in international cricket …

Phil Salt excited to open with 'super competitor' Virat Kohli in IPL 2025
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Phil Salt excited to open with 'super competitor' Virat Kohli in IPL 2025

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England and Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Philip Salt recently shared his thoughts about opening alongside Virat Kohli in the upcoming Indian Premier League 2025. IPL 2025 Coverage | IPL Points Table | IPL Schedule “Virat Kohli is such a good man. Ahead of their opening game against Kolkata Knight Riders, head coach Andy Flower said that most of the guys …

Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Phil Salt and more: Check out RCB’s full squad and predicted XI for IPL 2025 opener today
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Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Phil Salt and more: Check out RCB’s full squad and predicted XI for IPL 2025 opener today

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Royal Challlengers Bengaluru are all set to play in their first match of the IPL 2025 where they will face off against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens. RCB squad: Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, Swastik Chikara, Devdutt Padikkal, Jitesh Sharma, Philip Salt, Manoj Bhandage, Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Liam Livingstone, Romario Shepherd, Jacob Bethell, Swapnil Singh, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh …

IPL 2025: MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and more - 9 players from inaugural season who are still playing
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IPL 2025: MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and more - 9 players from inaugural season who are still playing

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Another season of the Indian Premier League is upon as the cricketing superstars boot up for yet another exhilarating summer of explosive T20 cricket. MS Dhoni Arguably the godfather of Indian cricket and IPL, the Chennai Super Kings talisman has been a constant presence behind the wicket since 2008. Having recently retired from the Indian team after a stellar career, …

RCB & Virat Kohli in Season openers: A mixed bag of disappointing defeats and a rare win
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RCB & Virat Kohli in Season openers: A mixed bag of disappointing defeats and a rare win

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The 2008 U-19 World Cup title winning captain, Virat Kohli, was the 2nd player to be picked in the IPL draft which happened after the Auction. The legendary association between RCB and Virat Kohli would have never materialised had Delhi Daredevils opted for Virat Kohli. Brendon McCullum’s stunning 158* overshadowed everyone and it won’t be an overstatement if one were …

KKR vs RCB Playing XI Prediction, IPL 2025: Salt-Kohli open, but RCB fret over spin options
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4 days, 19 hours ago

KKR vs RCB Playing XI Prediction, IPL 2025: Salt-Kohli open, but RCB fret over spin options

India Today  

Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders look like a confident unit going into the opener of the Indian Premier League 2025. KKR have a settled line-up and their tried-and-tested 8-over spin block as they prepare for the first match of the season at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Two KKR players who were part of the title-winning side - Phil …

IPL 2025: How Suryakumar Yadav's Indian cricket team can benefit from the upcoming season?
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IPL 2025: How Suryakumar Yadav's Indian cricket team can benefit from the upcoming season?

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IPL 2025 will be a crucial tournament for Indian cricket team as they prepare for the 2026 T20 World Cup, slated to be held in India and Sri Lanka. Here’s a look at how the IPL 2025 season can benefit Suryakumar Yadav and his Indian cricket team ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup: Openers can be finalised to replace …

From 2008 to 2025: Meet the ever-lasting nine IPL OGs
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From 2008 to 2025: Meet the ever-lasting nine IPL OGs

India Today  

The Indian Premier League is all set to enter its 18th season as the ten teams are all ready to stake claim to the coveted title with their exceptional performances on the field. On that note, here’s a look at nine such players who’ve been a part of the IPL since the first season and will also be seen playing …

IPL 2025: Captain Ajinkya Rahane silences critics with flying start for KKR vs RCB
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4 days, 21 hours ago

IPL 2025: Captain Ajinkya Rahane silences critics with flying start for KKR vs RCB

India Today  

Kolkata Knight Riders’ new captain, the experienced Ajinkya Rahane, wasted no time proving his critics wrong, delivering a sensational batting performance in KKR’s IPL 2025 opener against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Eden Gardens. KKR vs RCB, IPL 2025: Score and Updates Rahane’s aggressive strokeplay saw him dominate bowlers like Suyash Sharma, Krunal Pandya, and even Yash Dayal—RCB’s more reliable pacer. …

Virat Kohli doesn't need to bat like Rohit Sharma in IPL 2025: Aaron Finch
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Virat Kohli doesn't need to bat like Rohit Sharma in IPL 2025: Aaron Finch

India Today  

Former Australia captain Aaron Finch said that India and Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Virat Kohli doesn’t have to bat like Rohit Sharma in the upcoming Indian Premier League 2025. Ahead of the upcoming season, Aaron Finch was asked if Kohli should bat in a similar manner like former Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma, who’s been going after the bowling right …

‘Excited to come up against Virat’: KKR star Varun Chakravarthy ahead of IPL 2025 opener against RCB
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‘Excited to come up against Virat’: KKR star Varun Chakravarthy ahead of IPL 2025 opener against RCB

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Kolkata, March 21 : Ahead of his side's Indian Premier League 2025 campaign opener, Kolkata Knight Riders spinner Varun Chakravarthy expressed excitement for a potential battle against star India and Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Virat Kohli. The IPL 2025 will kickstart with a highly-anticipated contest between defending champions KKR and RCB at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, the match that started …

Which version of Virat Kohli will IPL 2025 serve up?
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Which version of Virat Kohli will IPL 2025 serve up?

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Virat Kohli on the field is orchestra conductor, puppet master, and director all rolled into one. Averages in T20 cricket can be misleading, but even so, looking at Kohli’s 2024 season as a whole would give an inaccurate picture. That dynamism at the top did two things: infuse RCB with an energy that meant they mounted the mother of all …

IPL 2025: Virat Kohli eyes special landmarks in KKR vs RCB opener
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5 days, 12 hours ago

IPL 2025: Virat Kohli eyes special landmarks in KKR vs RCB opener

India Today  

Virat Kohli is set to become only the third batter to score 1000 or more runs in the Indian Premier League against the Kolkata Knight Riders. The Delhi-born Kohli has a chance to touch the 1000-run mark when RCB lock horns with the Knights in the opening match of IPL 2025 on Saturday, March 22 at the iconic Eden Gardens …

IPL 2025: Fans in Kolkata enjoy Virat Kohli's batting session before curtain raiser
5 days, 18 hours ago

IPL 2025: Fans in Kolkata enjoy Virat Kohli's batting session before curtain raiser

India Today  

Kolkata: The city is buzzing with excitement as the Indian Premier League 2025 season prepares to kick off with a thrilling match between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Kolkata Knight Riders at the iconic Eden Gardens. Kohli showcased his impressive batting skills by hitting four sixes in the nets, facing bowlers Liam Livingstone and Josh Hazelwood. IPL 2025 Coverage | IPL …

Virat Kohli backs new RCB captain Rajat Patidar ahead of IPL 2025: 'He has everything that's required'
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Virat Kohli backs new RCB captain Rajat Patidar ahead of IPL 2025: 'He has everything that's required'

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Rajat Patidar has got a big responsibility on his shoulders, leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL. Virat Kohli is confident new Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar will do a “great job” in the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League. Patidar has been named RCB’s captain for IPL 2025 after the franchise released Faf du Plessis. He has got …

Virat Kohli Eyes Babar Azam’s T20 Record In IPL 2025
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Virat Kohli Eyes Babar Azam’s T20 Record In IPL 2025

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Indian superstar cricketer Virat Kohli is set to don the colour red as Royal Challengers Bengaluru will play their first match of the Indian Premier League 2025 season on March 22 against the defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders. Virat Kohli, who has been a stalwart for India across all formats for more than a decade, will have the opportunity to …

Uthappa's big all-guns blazing prediction for Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma in IPL 2025: ‘They’ll smash living daylights…'
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Uthappa's big all-guns blazing prediction for Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma in IPL 2025: ‘They’ll smash living daylights…'

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Former India cricketer Robin Uthappa has predicted that Royal Challengers Bengaluru's star Virat Kohli and Mumbai Indians' swashbuckling opener Rohit Sharma will have a great IPL season in the 18th edition. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will enter the tournament with boosted morale after winning the Champions Trophy for India. Uthappa, who has played for both MI and RCB in …

Virat bhai supported me a lot, was emotional to leave RCB: Mohammed Siraj
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Virat bhai supported me a lot, was emotional to leave RCB: Mohammed Siraj

India Today  

India fast bowler Mohammed Siraj revealed that it was emotional for him to leave Royal Challengers Bengaluru as Virat Kohli had supported him a lot since his first season. Siraj was bought by Gujarat Titans for Rs 12.25 crore in the mega auction ahead of the upcoming season after being released by RCB. Recently, Siraj opened up about his move …

KKR vs RCB: Virat Kohli's Performance History At Eden Gardens
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KKR vs RCB: Virat Kohli's Performance History At Eden Gardens

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The countdown to Indian Premier League 2025 has begun, with the tournament set to kick off on March 22. IPL 2025 opening match will see Kolkata Knight Riders take on Royal Challengers Bangalore at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Kohli's IPL Record at Eden Garden Eden Gardens has been a favorable venue for Virat Kohli in the Indian Premier League. Kohli's performance …

Virat Kohli's 'Unbreakable IPL Record' Faces 2025 Challenge
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Virat Kohli's 'Unbreakable IPL Record' Faces 2025 Challenge

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Indian Premier League 2025 is set to kick off on March 22, and excitement is high for another thrilling season. One milestone that has stood tall for eight years is Virat Kohli's record for the most runs in a single Indian Premier League season. Virat Kohli's 2016 record still stands Former India skipper Virat Kohli's incredible 973-run season in IPL …

Rajat Patidar on mission to end Virat Kohli, RCB fans' long wait: How Royal Challengers Bengaluru can fare in IPL 2025
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Rajat Patidar on mission to end Virat Kohli, RCB fans' long wait: How Royal Challengers Bengaluru can fare in IPL 2025

Hindustan Times  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru raised a few eyebrows due to the names that they chose to first retain and then not really bid for in the 2025 Indian Premier League mega auction. Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar with teammate Virat Kohli and other players during a practice session ahead of the IPL 2025 tournament, at Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, …

KL Rahul forced out of IPL opening spot at Delhi Capitals, sacrifices long-term role in batting order shake-up: Report
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KL Rahul forced out of IPL opening spot at Delhi Capitals, sacrifices long-term role in batting order shake-up: Report

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KL Rahul is set to make a fresh start at the IPL as he will link up with Delhi Capitals for the 2025 Indian Premier League. After playing a key role in India's victorious 2025 Champions Trophy campaign, Rahul finds himself in unfamiliar territory, moving away from his long-standing role as a captain – and also as an opener – …

Virat Kohli's U19 World Cup teammate and final hero announced as umpire for IPL 2025
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Virat Kohli's U19 World Cup teammate and final hero announced as umpire for IPL 2025

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India’s 2008 U-19 World Cup-winning squad, led by Virat Kohli, featured several promising young cricketers who later made a mark in the sport. The official announcement has been made, confirming that Tanmay Srivastava, a key member of the victorious U-19 team, will step into the IPL as an umpire this season. The U19 World Cup-winning team in 2008 Srivastava played …

Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL 2025 Schedule: Match Dates, Timings, Venues, Squad, Likely XI & More
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL 2025 Schedule: Match Dates, Timings, Venues, Squad, Likely XI & More

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With the team opting for a fresh start after naming Rajat Patidar as their captain, Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be hoping to finally end their 17-year wait for an Indian Premier League title. Royal Challengers Bengaluru named Rajat Patidar their new skipper for the 18th IPL season after batting superstar Virat Kohli decided against returning to captaincy four years after …

Virat Kohli's U19 World Cup teammate bags umpire role for IPL 2025
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Virat Kohli's U19 World Cup teammate bags umpire role for IPL 2025

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru and India star Virat Kohli has been one of the biggest icons in the history of the Indian Premier League. His longevity in the franchise league is reflected by the remarkable career shift of his U19 World Cup-winning teammate, Tanmay Srivastava, who is set to make his debut as an official match umpire in IPL 2025. Tanmay …

Virat Kohli doesn’t have to up his strike rate in IPL 2025, says AB de Villiers: Here’s why
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Virat Kohli doesn’t have to up his strike rate in IPL 2025, says AB de Villiers: Here’s why

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Virat Kohli doesn’t have to up his strike rate in IPL 2025, says AB de Villiers: Here’s why Former cricketer AB de Villiers revealed the reason why Virat Kohli doesn't need to change his strike rate in the upcoming edition of the IPL. Star batter Virat Kohli is set to play his 18th edition in the Indian Premier League. He …

IPL 2025: What’s Rajat Patidar’s biggest challenge? AB de Villiers reveals RCB captain’s ‘insecurity’ & steps to combat
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IPL 2025: What’s Rajat Patidar’s biggest challenge? AB de Villiers reveals RCB captain’s ‘insecurity’ & steps to combat

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The biggest challenge for Rajat Patidar would be to battle with his own 'insecurities' as the captain of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2025, felt former South African cricketer AB de Villiers. After Faf du Plessis left RCB last year, rumours were rife that Virat Kohli might return as the RCB skipper in IPL 2025. AB de Villiers, who …

Virat Kohli doesn't have to up his strike rate, just play smart cricket: AB de Villiers
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Virat Kohli doesn't have to up his strike rate, just play smart cricket: AB de Villiers

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Legendary South Africa and Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter AB de Villiers feels Virat Kohli doesn’t need to up his strike rate in the upcoming Indian Premier League 2025. He also said that the star batter doesn’t need to work on his strike rate as he’s going to be opening with Philip Salt, who is amongst the most explosive batters in …

AB de Villiers shares views on Kohli's strike rate ahead of IPL
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AB de Villiers shares views on Kohli's strike rate ahead of IPL

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New Delhi: South African batting great AB de Villiers believes Virat Kohli should focus on playing smart cricket and continue controlling the game this season as RCB possess immense firepower with Phil Salt expected to ease the pressure on the Indian superstar. I don't think he's going to have to up his strike rate batting with Phil Salt," de Villiers …

“Use Virat Kohli’s experience, but stay true to who you are” - AB de Villiers’ advice for RCB captain Rajat Patidar
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“Use Virat Kohli’s experience, but stay true to who you are” - AB de Villiers’ advice for RCB captain Rajat Patidar

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South Africa legend AB de Villiers feels Rajat Patidar’s biggest challenge while leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru during the upcoming Indian Premier League 2025 season will be dealing with insecurity. Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Virat Kohli presents a shield to skipper Rajat Patidar during the RCB Unbox event at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Monday. READ: Cricket’s inclusion in LA 28, …

Cricket-De Villiers backs balanced RCB to break IPL duck
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Cricket-De Villiers backs balanced RCB to break IPL duck

Hindustan Times  

By Amlan Chakraborty Cricket-De Villiers backs balanced RCB to break IPL duck NEW DELHI, - Team balance and Virat Kohli's reassuring presence in the top order have convinced AB de Villiers that his former club Royal Challengers Bengaluru can win their maiden Indian Premier League title this year. "I really think they made some incredibly good moves in the auction," …

'Virat Kohli influenced by outside noise': AB de Villiers addresses RCB's elephant in the room ahead of IPL 2025
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'Virat Kohli influenced by outside noise': AB de Villiers addresses RCB's elephant in the room ahead of IPL 2025

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As the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League approaches, all eyes, as expected, are on Virat Kohli. AB de Villiers says Virat Kohli gets bothered by outside noise. AB de Villiers, the South African and RCB icon – and a close friend of Kohli – came out in his support, suggesting that the former India captain often faces undue …

RCB Unbox 2025: Virat Kohli makes mockery of Bhuvneshwar Kumar; wins battle against Liam Livingstone; watch viral video
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RCB Unbox 2025: Virat Kohli makes mockery of Bhuvneshwar Kumar; wins battle against Liam Livingstone; watch viral video

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Virat Kohli made mockery of Bhuvneshwar Kumar's throwing skills before winning the battle against Liam Livingstone during the Royal Challengers Bengaluru Unbox event 2025 on Monday, the video of which went viral on social media. In the video, Virat Kohli and his RCB teammates were throwing sponge balls towards the stands after their first official training session during the RCB …

Phil Salt hits Virat Kohli on head as RCB stars banter ahead of IPL 2025: ‘He literally got whiplashed looking…’
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Phil Salt hits Virat Kohli on head as RCB stars banter ahead of IPL 2025: ‘He literally got whiplashed looking…’

Hindustan Times  

The new season of IPL is about to kickstart, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru superstar Virat Kohli has already started getting along with the new recruits at the franchise. RCB have now recruited an almost fresh squad for the IPL 2025 with three retentions from last season - Kohli, Rajat Patidar and Yash Dayal. Kohli, the senior-most player in the squad, …

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