In a dramatic moment during the IPL 2025 opener between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Eden Gardens, a fan breached security to meet Virat Kohli, leading to his arrest. The fan’s admiration for Kohli was evident as he ran onto the field, touched the legendary batter’s feet, and shared a quick hug before security intervened and escorted him out.
The incident quickly went viral on social media, sparking discussions about fan enthusiasm and stadium security. Virat Kohli, meanwhile, was in vintage form, steering RCB to a commanding seven-wicket win over the defending champions. Chasing a target of 175, Kohli showcased his trademark finesse, smashing a quick-fire half-century off just 30 balls.
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The 36-year-old, fresh off impressive outings against Pakistan and Australia in the 2025 Champions Trophy, looked poised and in complete control. Alongside Phil Salt, Kohli laid a solid foundation with a partnership of 95 runs off just 8.3 overs, ensuring a steady start for RCB.
Moment Of The Match ❤️
A Fan Branches Everything For Virat Kohli And Touches His Feet What A Madness As A Fan Pure Kattar Kolhi Supporter 🥺❤️..#ViratKohli𓃵 | #KKRvRCB pic.twitter.com/6bcZ6eer3H
— Harsh 17 (@harsh03443) March 22, 2025
Salt’s departure didn’t disrupt Kohli’s momentum as he continued to anchor the innings. Teaming up with Devdutt Padikkal, Kohli added 44 crucial runs for the third wicket, guiding RCB to a comfortable finish with 22 balls to spare. This victory not only marked a strong start for RCB in IPL 2025 but also ended their four-match losing streak against KKR.
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Kohli, who won the Orange Cap last season, seems determined to maintain his run-scoring spree, setting a solid tone for the tournament. With this win, RCB will carry confidence into their next match against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on March 28 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Fans will undoubtedly watch eagerly to see if Kohli can continue his blistering form and lead RCB to another victory.
