Kohli's continuing middle-phase puzzle
11 months, 1 week ago

Kohli's continuing middle-phase puzzle

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: When Sunrisers Hyderabad opened the bowling with Abhishek Sharma against Virat Kohli, it was a no-brainer. Spin is a negative match-up against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter up front and every one in the cricketing fraternity knows it. Kohli went on to charge at Pat Cummins and flick him for four and then lofted the Australian inside out — something you don't see often from him in the powerplay — for another boundary. This season, with the T20 World Cup on the horizon, Kohli has shown intent up front.

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Rohit Sharma bluntly told 'It's high time', but Sehwag loses all hope after GT debacle: 'Why does Kohli always score?'
2 days, 8 hours ago

Rohit Sharma bluntly told 'It's high time', but Sehwag loses all hope after GT debacle: 'Why does Kohli always score?'

Hindustan Times  

Former India batter Manoj Tiwary questioned Mumbai Indians' Rohit Sharma's form after the right-handed batter once again got out for a single-digit score. In the match against Gujarat Titans, Rohit Sharma scored two boundaries in the first three balls of the Mumbai Indians' innings. Look, it's high time Rohit Sharma got back among the runs. 'Isn't it too late' Former …

Virat Kohli agitated with Khaleel Ahmed, shoves him post-match; CSK pacer shaken by reaction: ‘Bhaiyya bowling toh…’
2 days, 23 hours ago

Virat Kohli agitated with Khaleel Ahmed, shoves him post-match; CSK pacer shaken by reaction: ‘Bhaiyya bowling toh…’

Hindustan Times  

The high-octane clash between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru witnessed a temper flare-up as Virat Kohli got frustrated with opposition pacer Khaleel Ahmed. Virat Kohli had an animated chat with Khaleel Ahmed after RCB beat CSK. It was CSK who won the toss and elected to bowl first at Chepauk; Kohli opened the innings for RCB, while Khaleel …

MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli's bromance after RCB hammer CSK in front of home crowd takes the cake
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3 days ago

MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli's bromance after RCB hammer CSK in front of home crowd takes the cake

Hindustan Times  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru ended a 17-year jinx at Chepauk by defeating Chennai Super Kings by 50 runs in the IPL 2025 clash on Friday. While RCB’s victory marked their first triumph at this venue since 2008, the post-match camaraderie between Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni captured the hearts of fans worldwide. MS Dhoni hugging Virat Kohli after RCB beat CSK …

IPL 2025: RCB outplays CSK, breaches Chepauk fortress with 50-run win
3 days, 15 hours ago

IPL 2025: RCB outplays CSK, breaches Chepauk fortress with 50-run win

The Hindu  

Spin proved an exaggerated threat as Royal Challengers Bengaluru pacers smothered Chennai Super Kings’ chase of 197 runs to secure a 50-run victory at the M.A. On a two-paced surface, losing the toss played into the Royal Challengers’ hands, allowing their quicks to ambush Super Kings’ pursuit by hitting the hard lengths and taking pace off. #IPL2025#CSKvRCB — OptaJeev March …

Virat Kohli stops batting practice after spotting Suresh Raina, ditches fiery CSK vs RCB rivalry for a wholesome reunion
3 days, 19 hours ago

Virat Kohli stops batting practice after spotting Suresh Raina, ditches fiery CSK vs RCB rivalry for a wholesome reunion

Hindustan Times  

The Chennai Super Kings' take on the Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2025 in a blockbuster clash in Chennai, and a video featuring Virat Kohli and Suresh Raina has only added to the excitement. Virat Kohli meets Suresh Raina before CSK vs RCB match The brief heartwarming moment between the two stalwarts of Indian cricket has been widely shared …

Watch: Virat Kohli pulls off six after six in nets session ahead of CSK vs RCB
3 days, 21 hours ago

Watch: Virat Kohli pulls off six after six in nets session ahead of CSK vs RCB

India Today  

India and Royal Challengers Bengaluru star batter Virat Kohli was at his six-hitting best during the team's net session at the Chepauk Stadium ahead of their high-octane Indian Premier League 2025 clash against Chennai Super Kings on March 28. The video concluded with Kohli confidently saying, “Six, thank you,” which has given fans even more reason to believe that the …

IPL 2025: Is Virat Kohli ready to take on CSK spinners Ashwin & Jadeja? RCB coach explains strategy
4 days, 7 hours ago

IPL 2025: Is Virat Kohli ready to take on CSK spinners Ashwin & Jadeja? RCB coach explains strategy

Live Mint  

RCB vs CSK, IPL 2025: Virat Kohli has always scored higher against pace bowling and time and again the opposition teams took the opportunity to slow him down with spin. Speaking on Kohli, Royal Challengers Bengaluru coach Dinesh Karthik said, “He has batted well in the recent past against spin, especially in white-ball cricket.” “I don’t want to go too …

Hit on helmet, struggle vs spin: Virat Kohli trolled after forgetful outing vs CSK
4 days, 9 hours ago

Hit on helmet, struggle vs spin: Virat Kohli trolled after forgetful outing vs CSK

India Today  

Senior Royal Challengers Bangalore batter Virat Kohli struggled to score in the team's outing against Chennai Super Kings on Friday, March 27. IPL 2025, CSK vs RCB: Updates | Full Scorecard The RCB talisman was hit on the head by a bouncer from fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana. Pathirana's surprise bumper caught Kohli off-guard, as he was first hit on the …

IPL 2025: RCB mentor Dinesh Karthik backs Kohli against CSK’s spinners, hints at Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s comeback
4 days, 18 hours ago

IPL 2025: RCB mentor Dinesh Karthik backs Kohli against CSK’s spinners, hints at Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s comeback

The Hindu  

Royal Challengers Bengaluru mentor Dinesh Karthik put faith in his batters to ace the spin test that awaits them at the M.A. One of the reasons why we picked them is how well we play spin,” Karthik said ahead of the Indian Premier League contest. Coach Fleming all praise for Ravindra CSK head coach Stephen Fleming said Rachin Ravindra’s ability …

Kohli is batting as well as he has ever done in IPL: Karthik
4 days, 18 hours ago

Kohli is batting as well as he has ever done in IPL: Karthik

The Hindu  

Dinesh Karthik is no stranger to the city of Chennai. The pre-match press conference ahead of the IPL match between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru started with homeboy Karthik jokingly commenting, in his native tongue Tamil, on the irony of him representing the Bengaluru outfit. The mentor, however, was quick to defend his wards, especially Virat Kohli, when …

IPL 2025: Spin in focus at Chepauk as Chennai Super Kings hosts rival Royal Challengers Bengaluru
4 days, 19 hours ago

IPL 2025: Spin in focus at Chepauk as Chennai Super Kings hosts rival Royal Challengers Bengaluru

The Hindu  

The rivalry between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, born out of the intensity of their fiery fan bases, will throw up its latest offering at the M.A. That the two face off for the first time since RCB qualified for the Playoffs last season at the expense of CSK keeps the acrimony alive in this Indian Premier League …

Virat Kohli really pushes you in the nets: Josh Hazlewood on bowling to RCB legend
4 days, 23 hours ago

Virat Kohli really pushes you in the nets: Josh Hazlewood on bowling to RCB legend

India Today  

Josh Hazlewood spoke about training alongside Virat Kohli at the Royal Challengers Bangalore during the Indian Premier League. Hazlewood, who joined RCB for Rs 12.5 crore in last year’s mega auction in Jeddah, mentioned that watching Kohli train with such intensity motivates players to push themselves harder. ‘Kohli is a huge wicket for us’ Since first playing against Australia in …

IPL 2025: RCB look up to batters to end 17-year Chennai jinx
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5 days ago

IPL 2025: RCB look up to batters to end 17-year Chennai jinx

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: Royal Challengers Bengaluru's hopes of exorcising a 17-year jinx hinge on their experienced batting unit finding its range when they face familiar foes Chennai Super Kings in their IPL match here on Friday. The Chennai side has also added Afghanistan left-arm wrist spinner Noor Ahmad too to the squad, and the troika did well against fellow five-time champions Mumbai …

Virat Kohli mania in Chennai: RCB star signs autographs, trains for spin challenge
5 days, 8 hours ago

Virat Kohli mania in Chennai: RCB star signs autographs, trains for spin challenge

India Today  

It was Virat Kohli mania in Chennai on Wednesday. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru star took time out of his training session to interact with a handful of lucky fans who had gathered to watch RCB's preparations ahead of their much-anticipated IPL 2025 showdown against Chennai Super Kings on Friday, March 28. #PlayBold #RCB #CSKvRCB pic.twitter.com/yiVsfXqSM7— Royal Challengers Bengaluru March 26, …

Virat Kohli has been a mentor to the cricket community: PBKS star Marcus Stoinis
6 days, 9 hours ago

Virat Kohli has been a mentor to the cricket community: PBKS star Marcus Stoinis

India Today  

Australia all-rounder and Punjab Kings star Marcus Stoinis has heaped praise on India and Royal Challengers Bengaluru talisman Virat Kohli, hailing him as an inspiration not just for Indian cricketers but for the entire global cricketing community. While speaking to PTI after PBKS's win over Gujarat Titans on Tuesday, Stoinis revealed how their bond traces back to a mutual friend …

Virat Kohli proves doubters wrong, adjusts his game to team's needs: Sanjay Bangar
6 days, 9 hours ago

Virat Kohli proves doubters wrong, adjusts his game to team's needs: Sanjay Bangar

India Today  

Former India cricketer turned commentator Sanjay Bangar has praised Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Virat Kohli for adjusting his game as per the needs of his team and proving his doubters wrong. Recently, Sanjay Bangar shared his thoughts on Kohli’s approach in the season opener and his chances of succeeding on the spin-friendly surface in the next game in Chennai. Bangar …

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

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

Hindustan Times  

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 …

BCCI official reacts after Virat Kohli fan jumps tall Eden Gardens barricade to meet RCB star during KKR's IPL opener
1 week, 1 day ago

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

Hindustan Times  

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...'
1 week, 1 day ago

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

Hindustan Times  

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 …

IPL 2025: Fan jumps barricades to meet Virat Kohli, BCCI Vice President reacts
1 week, 2 days ago

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

India Today  

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 …

Virat Kohli steals the show in IPL 2025 opener: Dance with SRK, gun with bat, God for fans
Top News
1 week, 2 days ago

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

India Today  

"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 …

Chennai spinners v. Mumbai: main subplot of Chepauk's evening show
1 week, 3 days ago

Chennai spinners v. Mumbai: main subplot of Chepauk's evening show

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Chennai Super Kings may have the edge over Mumbai Indians when the two IPL powerhouses meet in the 18th edition of the marquee tournament at Chepauk on Sunday. "We have almost covered all the departments, it is just, you know, stepping onto the ground and as you said, playing a brand of cricket which we have been playing." Do …

Virat Kohli doesn't need to bat like Rohit Sharma in IPL 2025: Aaron Finch
1 week, 3 days ago

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 …

IPL 2025: Virat Kohli eyes special landmarks in KKR vs RCB opener
Top News
1 week, 4 days 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 …

‘Virat Kohli needs to captain…’: Ab de Villiers drops major statement ahead of RCB vs KKR IPL 2025 opener
1 week, 5 days ago

‘Virat Kohli needs to captain…’: Ab de Villiers drops major statement ahead of RCB vs KKR IPL 2025 opener

Live Mint  

Indian Premier League season 18 is all set to begin with the opening match between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru on 22 March. With Virat Kohli continuing to play a pivotal role for RCB, the franchise continues to enjoy a huge fan following despite not winning a single trophy so far. Ahead of RCB's first match, …

AB de Villiers shares views on Kohli's strike rate ahead of IPL
Top News
1 week, 6 days ago

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

Deccan Chronicle  

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 …

Cricket-India batsman Kohli not ready to retire
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Cricket-India batsman Kohli not ready to retire

Hindustan Times  

By Shrivathsa Sridhar Cricket-India batsman Kohli not ready to retire BENGALURU, - Indian batsman Virat Kohli said he may not have another tour of Australia left in him after his team's humbling 3-1 test series defeat Down Under but the 36-year-old has ruled out retiring anytime soon as he still enjoys playing the game too much. Kohli arrested a long …

KL Rahul leads India to four-wicket win over NZ in Champions Trophy final
3 weeks, 1 day ago

KL Rahul leads India to four-wicket win over NZ in Champions Trophy final

ABC  

India has lifted the Champions Trophy after an absorbing battle with New Zealand in the final. Just as in the semifinal against Australia on the same ground five days earlier, the finisher Rahul kept his cool and, aided by fellow old stagers Hardik Pandya and Ravindra Jadeja, steered India to another major title with just one over to spare on …

KL Rahul’s honest confession after India’s Champions Trophy triumph: ‘I was s....ing myself’
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

KL Rahul’s honest confession after India’s Champions Trophy triumph: ‘I was s....ing myself’

Live Mint  

Team India’s wicketkeeper-batsman KL Rahul delivered a candid and humorous post-match interview after guiding the team to a thrilling four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the Champions Trophy 2025 final. India Vs New Zealand FINAL LIVE SCORE, Champions Trophy 2025 Acknowledging India’s mental toughness Rahul highlighted the immense pressure Indian cricketers face from a young age, crediting the team’s resilience …

Virat Kohli’s hilarious dance in IND vs NZ Champions Trophy final goes viral; netizens say ‘white coat me same...’
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Virat Kohli’s hilarious dance in IND vs NZ Champions Trophy final goes viral; netizens say ‘white coat me same...’

Live Mint  

IND vs NZ Final: India's Virat Kohli was spotted dancing hilariously in an instance contesting against its rival at the India vs New Zealand ICC World Champions Trophy 2025 finals. Netizens React People on the social media platform X reacted to Virat Kohli's dance on Sunday as India eyes a final win for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. “White Coat …

Watch: Virat Kohli waves at Anushka Sharma during drinks break in IND vs NZ final
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Watch: Virat Kohli waves at Anushka Sharma during drinks break in IND vs NZ final

India Today  

Star India batter Virat Kohli was seen waving at his Bollywood actor wife Anushka Sharma during the final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 against New Zealand on Sunday, March 9 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and elected to bat first in the all-important game as India skipper Rohit Sharma lost …

Virat Kohli's discipline, match awareness sets his apart from the rest: Ravi Shastri
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Virat Kohli's discipline, match awareness sets his apart from the rest: Ravi Shastri

India Today  

Former cricketer Ravi Shastri praised Virat Kohli for his remarkable consistency, attributing it to his discipline and game awareness. The 36-year-old Kohli has been instrumental in India’s success at the 2025 Champions Trophy, having scored 271 runs in four matches at an average of 72.33. India vs New Zealand, Champions Trophy Final Updates After an unbeaten 100 against Pakistan in …

Spin it to win it: Slow and steady makes never-before-seen impact at ICC event
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Spin it to win it: Slow and steady makes never-before-seen impact at ICC event

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: At one point during the New Zealand innings — after 37 overs — in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final, the scorecard at the Dubai International Stadium read 161/4. It might seem below par, but this is the slow Dubai surface and Glenn Phillips had started counter-attacking, getting the Black Caps' innings back on track with Daryl Mitchell at …

Virat Kohli gets his juices flowing, pulse racing for Champions Trophy final; on cusp of fortifying unshakeable legacy
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Virat Kohli gets his juices flowing, pulse racing for Champions Trophy final; on cusp of fortifying unshakeable legacy

Hindustan Times  

Varun Chakravarthy is classed as a leg-spin/googly bowler, though he isn’t a leg-spinner in the strictest sense. Virat Kohli has been in incredible form in the ongoing Champions Trophy with two match-winning knocks against Pakistan and Australia. Up against him was Virat Kohli, fresh off knocks of 100 not out and 84 in two of his last three innings in …

Left-arm spin: Kohli’s historical struggles vs Williamson’s 103.00 average — Will it decide the final?
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Left-arm spin: Kohli’s historical struggles vs Williamson’s 103.00 average — Will it decide the final?

The Hindu  

It is almost certain that close to half of the 100 overs in the Champions Trophy 2025 final on Sunday will be delivered by left-arm spinners. Williamson’s Counterpunch In stark contrast, Kane Williamson has mastered left-arm spin: - Overall average: 80.27 - Strike rate: 87.51 - Since 2020: 103.00 average, 88.33 strike rate Unlike Kohli, Williamson prefers to attack left-arm …

KL Rahul at number 6 is great for the team: India batting coach praises batter
3 weeks, 3 days ago

KL Rahul at number 6 is great for the team: India batting coach praises batter

India Today  

India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak believes the team has found a dependable and effective No. 6 batter in KL Rahul, praising him as a crucial element ahead of India's Champions Trophy Final against New Zealand on March 9. Rahul, India's first-choice wicketkeeper-batter in the tournament, has embraced his middle-order role, delivering vital contributions that could be instrumental against the Black …

Champions Trophy 2025: Kohli run-ning show, winning battles
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Kohli run-ning show, winning battles

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: "I think there was about seven fours when I got a hundred. That was India batter Virat Kohli after the match-winning 84 against Australia in the semifinal of the ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai on Tuesday. So much so that England captain Jos Buttler reiterated on multiple occasions that they want to do what Rohit Sharma and his lads …

'At this stage of my career...': Virat Kohli's pointed reaction after match-winning knock vs Australia
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

'At this stage of my career...': Virat Kohli's pointed reaction after match-winning knock vs Australia

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli’s chases are rarely anything less than masterful, and he proved it yet again with a brilliant knock on Tuesday that helped India seal a place in the Champions Trophy semi-final. Kohli produced a brilliant 84-run knock in the semis against Australia, as the side chased down a 265-run target to clinch a final berth for a third-successive time …

'You're the set batter. Be there till the end and let me…': KL Rahul's exact words which Virat Kohli ignored
3 weeks, 6 days ago

'You're the set batter. Be there till the end and let me…': KL Rahul's exact words which Virat Kohli ignored

Hindustan Times  

Not often do we see a player or a teammate give a piece of mind to Virat Kohli for an on-field error. But on Monday, in India's semifinal clash against Australia in the 2025 Champions Trophy at the Dubai International Stadium, KL Rahul was seen visibly angry and frustrated at Kohli for throwing away his wicket, where he stood just …

Cricket-Coach Gambhir hails phenomenal Kohli after heroic chase
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Cricket-Coach Gambhir hails phenomenal Kohli after heroic chase

Hindustan Times  

March 5 - India coach Gautam Gambhir said Virat Kohli's vast experience and knack of planning his innings to perfection are reasons he is so successful in one-day internationals, after the batsman led the team into the Champions Trophy final. Cricket-Coach Gambhir hails phenomenal Kohli after heroic chase Kohli scored a controlled 84 from 98 balls during India's successful pursuit …

'Aap dono baatein karo, tab tak main...': Jadeja interrupts KL Rahul, Virat Kohli for wasting time in middle of his over
3 weeks, 6 days ago

'Aap dono baatein karo, tab tak main...': Jadeja interrupts KL Rahul, Virat Kohli for wasting time in middle of his over

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli and KL Rahul forged a crucial partnership for India worth 47 runs, playing a vital in taking the team over the line. Ravindra Jadeja and KL Rahul celebrate a wicket So, as India were in the middle of putting pressure on the Australian batters, tying them down and making run-scoring difficult, Jadeja was racing through his overs, until …

Virat Kohli crowned greatest-ever ODI cricketer by Clarke after Dubai masterclass: ‘Delivers when it matters the most’
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Virat Kohli crowned greatest-ever ODI cricketer by Clarke after Dubai masterclass: ‘Delivers when it matters the most’

Hindustan Times  

Former Australia skipper Michael Clarke lavished praise on Virat Kohli for controlling the chase in the highly-anticipated Champions Trophy semi-final. Kohli frustrated the Australian team with his exemplary running between the wickets, as he didn't rely solely on boundaries to keep the scoreboard moving. His presence in the middle allowed India to put pressure on Australia as he didn't allow …

Watch: KL Rahul's kind gesture towards pitch-invading fan wins hearts
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Watch: KL Rahul's kind gesture towards pitch-invading fan wins hearts

India Today  

Star India batter KL Rahul’s kind gesture towards a pitch-invading fan has been winning hearts on social media. While the Australian players congratulated Rahul, a fan came running on the pitch and hugged the India batter. Champions Trophy: South Africa vs New Zealand Updates However, the fan didn’t let go of him, which concerned the Australia players, but Rahul kept …

Watch: Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma bromance stands out in emotional celebration
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Watch: Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma bromance stands out in emotional celebration

India Today  

Virat Kohli did not hold back, letting his emotions flow in the dressing room after India secured a place in the Champions Trophy 2025 final by defeating arch-rivals Australia in the semi-final on Tuesday, March 4. WATCH: RAW EMOTIONS IN THE INDIAN DRESSING ROOM Kohli also shared warm hugs with Australia’s stand-in captain Steve Smith and all-rounder Glenn Maxwell, his …

Virat Kohli trumps Rohit Sharma in ICC ODI batter rankings with match winning knock against Australia
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Virat Kohli trumps Rohit Sharma in ICC ODI batter rankings with match winning knock against Australia

India TV News  

Virat Kohli trumps Rohit Sharma in ICC ODI batter rankings with match winning knock against Australia Star India batter Virat Kohli moved yet another place in the ICC ODI batter rankings after an excellent knock against Australia in the Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final. With his performance, Kohli has also made a significant leap in the newly updated ICC ODI batter …

I just love batting: Kohli speaks from the heart in Champions Trophy interview
3 weeks, 6 days ago

I just love batting: Kohli speaks from the heart in Champions Trophy interview

India Today  

Senior India batter Virat Kohli won the Player of the Match award for his gritty innings against Australia. Kohli gave a raw interview to the BCCI crew after the match and said that he simply loves to bat, and as long as that love is alive, nothing else is an issue for him. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table …

Ashton Agar analyses Virat Kohli's excellence in ODI cricket
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Ashton Agar analyses Virat Kohli's excellence in ODI cricket

India TV News  

Ashton Agar analyses Virat Kohli's excellence in ODI cricket Australia spinner Ashton Agar took centre stage and analysed Virat Kohli's brilliant form in ODI cricket, he talked about several factors which make Kohli great. Ace India batter Virat Kohli has caught all the limelight through his excellent performances in ODI cricket. Seeing his recent performance, Australia spinner Ashton Agar took …

Rohit hails Kohli after match-winning knock in Champions Trophy semi-final: 'He has done it for us for so many years'
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Rohit hails Kohli after match-winning knock in Champions Trophy semi-final: 'He has done it for us for so many years'

Firstpost  

Virat Kohli dished out a superb 84 off 98 balls as India recovered from a shaky start to defeat Australia by six wickets and confirm their place in the final of the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy. AP Captain Rohit Sharma credited the Indian team for their “very clinical” batting performance following their four-wicket victory over Australia in their Champions Trophy …

Virat Kohli shows once again why he is the ‘Master of Chase’: ‘Even if the run rate is six an over, I am not bothered’
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Virat Kohli shows once again why he is the ‘Master of Chase’: ‘Even if the run rate is six an over, I am not bothered’

Firstpost  

Virat Kohli’s masterful 84-run knock guided India to the Champions Trophy 2025 final with a four-wicket win over Australia. India’s march into the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final was spearheaded by none other than Virat Kohli, the man who has made chasing totals an art form. With his composed 84-run knock against, Kohli once again proved why he is regarded …

India storms into Champions Trophy final – Virat Kohli’s 84 steals the show
3 weeks, 6 days ago

India storms into Champions Trophy final – Virat Kohli’s 84 steals the show

Live Mint  

Virat Kohli’s composed 84 off 98 balls guided India to a four-wicket win over Australia in the Champions Trophy semifinal on Tuesday. India’s victory shifts final venue to Dubai India's victory means the final of the eight-team tournament will now be held at this venue instead of Lahore, the original host, as Rohit Sharma's team has opted not to travel …

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