Kohli's boundaries lift RCB

Fri, 24 April 2026
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RCB 70-1 (7 Ovs) vs GT 205-3 | SCORECARD

Jason Holder is brought into the attack, and Virat Kohli along with Devdutt Padikkal keep things ticking with singles early in the over. Kohli then finds the gap beautifully for a boundary, before settling for a couple of quick singles. Padikkal closes the over with another run.

A steady over--8 runs from it. After 6 overs, Royal Challengers Bengaluru are 58 for 1.

Prasidh Krishna comes into the attack next. Padikkal starts with a single to deep square leg, and Kohli once again shows his sharp running, picking up quick singles with ease.

Then Kohli shifts gears--back-to-back boundaries, placed perfectly between fielders, showcasing his timing and control. He looks in complete command, even when a cover drive finds the fielder.

The over ends with a single--12 runs from it. After 7 overs, RCB are 70 for 1, needing 136 runs from 78 balls.