Virat Kohli’s post-match interaction with Khaleel Ahmed became a talking point, especially after their heated on-field exchange. A viral video showed Kohli animatedly conversing with CSK all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, sparking speculation among fans. While Kohli appeared intense, Jadeja’s laughter suggested it wasn’t too serious.
The buzz on social media centered around whether Kohli had given Khaleel a piece of his mind after their tense face-off. During the match, Khaleel confidently appealed for an LBW against Kohli, but the umpire remained unmoved. CSK opted for a review, only to see the decision stand, leaving Khaleel visibly frustrated.
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In response, the pacer unleashed a fiery bouncer, which Virat Kohli attempted to pull but missed. The two then engaged in a brief yet intense stare-down, adding to the drama. Kohli struggled on the sluggish Chennai pitch, managing just 31 runs off 30 balls before falling to Noor Ahmad.
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— Naeem (@1eight_18) March 28, 2025
Meanwhile, Khaleel Ahmed impressed with an economical spell, conceding just 28 runs in his four overs and dismissing Jitesh Sharma (12 off 6). Batting first on a dry Chepauk surface, RCB’s aggressive intent helped them post a competitive 196/7, with contributions from Rajat Patidar, Phil Salt, and Tim David. For CSK, Noor Ahmad starred with three wickets, but senior spinners Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin failed to make an impact.
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Chasing 197, CSK never found momentum as Josh Hazlewood (3/21) spearheaded RCB’s bowling attack, restricting them to 146/8. MS Dhoni, batting at No. 9, provided a late flourish with an unbeaten 30* off 16 balls, including two sixes and three fours. However, by then, the match was well beyond CSK’s reach, as RCB secured a commanding 50-run victory.
