IPL 2024
Virat Kohli’s Spectacular Catch Sparks Jubilation
By CricShots - May 18, 2024 11:35 pm
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Virat Kohli’s fiery demeanour on the field is always a spectacle, and in the high-stakes encounter against CSK at Chinnaswamy Stadium, his intensity is palpable. From his aggressive batting display in the first innings to his spirited performance on the field during RCB’s bowling innings, Kohli’s passion is evident throughout.

Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli took a well judged  catch

During the third over, Yash Dayal delivered a full ball on the middle stump line. Mitchell attempted to create room and play the ball over mid-off but mistimed his shot, resulting in a miscue towards the left of Virat Kohli. The former RCB skipper swiftly dove to his left, securing a remarkable catch.

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Virat Kohli’s exuberant celebration reverberated through the Chinnaswamy Stadium, igniting the crowd’s enthusiasm. With Mitchell’s dismissal, CSK found themselves at 19-2 in pursuit of RCB’s formidable total of 219.

  

To secure qualification, RCB must restrict CSK to a score below 201. At present, Rachin Ravindra and Ajinkya Rahane forged a strong partnership for CSK, and posed a challenge that RCB must overcome swiftly, but eventually they also perished at a crucial juncture.

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In the match, RCB showcased their batting prowess by posting a daunting total of 218 for 5 in 20 overs. Captain Faf du Plessis led the charge with a commanding innings of 54 runs off 39 balls, featuring three fours and as many sixes. Virat Kohli also made a significant contribution with 47 runs. Supported by Rajat Patidar’s 41 and Cameron Green’s unbeaten 38, RCB set a challenging target for CSK to chase.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (Playing XI): Faf du Plessis(c), Virat Kohli, Glenn Maxwell, Rajat Patidar, Cameron Green, Mahipal Lomror, Dinesh Karthik(w), Karn Sharma, Yash Dayal, Lockie Ferguson, Mohammed Siraj

Chennai Super Kings (Playing XI): Rachin Ravindra, Ruturaj Gaikwad(c), Daryl Mitchell, Ajinkya Rahane, Ravindra Jadeja, MS Dhoni(w), Mitchell Santner, Shardul Thakur, Tushar Deshpande, Simarjeet Singh, Maheesh Theekshana