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Indian Premier League March 2024

Kevin Pietersen advocated for Virat Kohli's inclusion in India's T20 World Cup team, irrespective of his recent performance in the game's shortest format.

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'My boy VK, you buddy, are...': Kevin Pietersen reacts after Virat Kohli indirectly slams him for 'promoting the game' remark

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Did Virat Kohli take a veiled jibe at Ravi Shastri?

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Yash Dayal reveals how social media abuse impacted him after Rinku Singh's 5 sixes

Yash Dayal, who was picked by the RCB for the 2024 IPL, recalled the horror time after he bowled exceedingly well in the match against the Punjab Kings on March 26 (Monday).

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Yash Dayal finally opens up on his emotional struggle after being hit for 5 sixes by Rinku Singh in IPL 2023, says 'I was hurting...I fell ill'

Virat Kohli stroked a half-century and set the stage for RCB's win on Monday. The stylish batter scored 77 runs off 49 balls with the help of 11 fours and two sixes.&nbsp;

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IPL 2024: Virat Kohli completes sensational century in T20s, becomes first Indian ever to notch colossal milestone

The points table now sees Rajasthan Royals leading the pack and Chennai Super Kings follows closely in second place. The Gujarat Titans sit in third place with one win in as many matches played.

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IPL 2024 Points Table: RCB opened their account, MI choked under pressure and lost points; here's how the standings look after 6 matches

Virat Kohli was awarded the Man of the Match award and during the presentation ceremony, the Indian superstar took the opportunity to address the statement made by Kevin Pietersen.&nbsp;

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Virat Kohli strongly hits back at Kevin Pietersen for 'grow the game' remark, says 'I know my name is quite attached to...'

With a perfect blend of orthodox and unconventional shots in his 10-ball unbeaten stay at the crease, Dinesh Karthik scored 28 runs with the help of three fours and two sixes.

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IPL 2024: Match-winner Dinesh Karthik reveals how he orchestrated RCB's win in clutch and who took the pressure off him

Virat Kohli recently returned to India to participate in the cash-rich tournament after spending the last two months in London for the birth of his second child.

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WATCH: Virat Kohli speaks on video call with wife Anushka Sharma and kids from inside the stadium after RCB win their first match of IPL 2024; video goes viral

There was bedlam inside the stadium as the fans were jumping, hollering, and reveling in Kohli's batting. After the match, Kohli acknowledged the support he has received from RCB fans over the years.

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IPL 2024: Virat Kohli gives a big shoutout to RCB supporters at Chinnaswamy Stadium, says 'people talk about a lot of other things...'

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Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) star batter Dewald Brevis has decided to return home after IPL 2025 was suspended for a week time

CSK's Dewald Brevis left IPL 2025 amidst the glitzy league was suspended for a week

Dewald Brevis has come out with a heartfelt post for CSK

CSK's star batter Dewald Brevis (L) in this frame

CSK's overseas star decides to return home after IPL 2025 postponed for a week due to India-Pakistan conflict, puts out heartfelt post

India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said that both India and Pakistan should stop all firing and military action on land, air and sea with effect from 5 PM Indian Standard Time on May 10. 


IPL 2025 likely to resume from next week. 

India-Pakistan agreed to ceasefire after 'Operation Sindoor'

Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Virat Kohli (2R) is congratulated by Punjab Kings' Josh Inglis (2L) after their win at the end of the Indian Premier League (IPL) Twenty20 cricket match between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Big news for cricket fans, IPL 2025 likely to resume next week as India-Pakistan announce ceasefire after 'Operation Sindoor'

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) suspended the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 due to border tensions between India and Pakistan. 

IPL 2025 suspended amid India-Pakistan border tensions. 

BCCI shortlisted Bengaluru, Chennai and Hyderabad for remainder of IPL 2025.

MS Dhoni of Chennai Super Kings and Virat Kohli of Royal Challengers Bengaluru shake hands after the match 2025 IPL match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Chennai Super Kings at M Chinnaswamy Stadium 

MS Dhoni of Chennai Super Kings and Virat Kohli of Royal Challengers Bengaluru shake hands after the match 2025 IPL match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Chennai Super Kings at M Chinnaswamy Stadium

'They will start in September...': Ex-Punjab Kings star passes big verdict on IPL 2025 future amid India-Pakistan border tensions 

IPL 2025: There is no confirmation whether the IPL 2025 will resume next week. Here is a look at highest run-scorers to best economy rate.

Mumbai Indians' Suryakumar Yadav in this frame

Highest run-scorer to most dot balls bowled: Here's how leadership boards look before IPL 2025's one-week suspension due to IND-PAK border escalation

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) suspended the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 for one week on May 9 amid rising tension between India and Pakistan. 


IPL 2025 suspended on May 9 for one week. 

Fans leaving the stadium and IPL trophy

BCCI shortlists three venues in India for IPL 2025 if tournament resumes in May

Lahore Qalandars' Daryl Mitchell vowed not to return to Pakistan again after landing in Dubai post PSL 2025 was postponed due to India-Pakistan conflict

Mitchell Daryl was left terrified after witnessing war scenes in Pakistan

Bangladesh's Rishad Hossain revealed that Mitchell has vowed not to return to Pakistan again

Lahore Qalandars' Daryl Mitchell in this frame

'Will never return to Pakistan...': Terrified PSL 2025-bound NZ star after rushing back to Dubai following India-Pakistan conflict

Virat Kohli reportedly told the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) that he has decided to announce retirement from the longest format of the game ahead of the five-Test match series against England. 

Virat Kohli reportedly decided to announce Test retirement. 

Ambati Rayudu urged Kohli to reconsider his retirement decision. 

Ambati Rayudu and Virat Kohli

'The Indian team needs you more than ever...': Ambati Rayudu's social media post for Virat Kohli to reconsider Test retirement goes viral 

Batting maestro Virat Kohli is reportedly mulling over Test retirement and has also informed BCCI about the same

BCCI has finally reacted to Virat Kohli's Test retirement decision

Earlier, it was reported that Virat Kohli is mulling over Test retirement

India's superstar batter Virat Kohli in frame

Bangalore vs Punjab Match Stats

Match 6, M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

'My boy VK, you buddy, are...': Kevin Pietersen reacts after Virat Kohli indirectly slams him for 'promoting the game' remark

Match Details

Indian Premier League, 2024

Mon 25 March, 19:30:00 IST

RCB, who chose to field

M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

Indian Premier League, 2025 On Apr 20

PBKS
157/6 (20.0 ov)

RCB
159/3 (18.5 ov)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Punjab Kings by 7 wickets

Indian Premier League, 2025 On Apr 18

RCB
95/9 (14.0 ov)

PBKS
98/5 (12.1 ov)

Punjab Kings beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 5 wickets

Indian Premier League, 2024 On May 09

PBKS
181 (17.0 ov)

RCB
241/7 (20.0 ov)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Punjab Kings by 60 runs

Umpires

Umpire
Anil Chaudhary (IND), Sai Darshan Kumar (IND) and Bruce Oxenford (AUS)

Referee
Manu Nayyar (IND)

News updates

'My boy VK, you buddy, are...': Kevin Pietersen reacts after Virat Kohli indirectly slams him for 'promoting the game' remark

Did Virat Kohli take a veiled jibe at Ravi Shastri?

Yash Dayal reveals how social media abuse impacted him after Rinku Singh's 5 sixes

Yash Dayal finally opens up on his emotional struggle after being hit for 5 sixes by Rinku Singh in IPL 2023, says 'I was hurting...I fell ill'

IPL 2024: Virat Kohli completes sensational century in T20s, becomes first Indian ever to notch colossal milestone

IPL 2024 Points Table: RCB opened their account, MI choked under pressure and lost points; here's how the standings look after 6 matches

Virat Kohli strongly hits back at Kevin Pietersen for 'grow the game' remark, says 'I know my name is quite attached to...'

IPL 2024: Match-winner Dinesh Karthik reveals how he orchestrated RCB's win in clutch and who took the pressure off him

WATCH: Virat Kohli speaks on video call with wife Anushka Sharma and kids from inside the stadium after RCB win their first match of IPL 2024; video goes viral

IPL 2024: Virat Kohli gives a big shoutout to RCB supporters at Chinnaswamy Stadium, says 'people talk about a lot of other things...'

Bangalore vs Punjab Match Stats

Match 6, M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

'My boy VK, you buddy, are...': Kevin Pietersen reacts after Virat Kohli indirectly slams him for 'promoting the game' remark

Match Details

Indian Premier League, 2024

Mon 25 March, 19:30:00 IST

RCB, who chose to field

M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru

Team Details

Team Form (Last 5 Matches)

Head To Head ( Last 5 Matches )

Indian Premier League, 2025 On Apr 20

PBKS157/6 (20.0 ov)

RCB159/3 (18.5 ov)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Punjab Kings by 7 wickets

Indian Premier League, 2025 On Apr 18

RCB95/9 (14.0 ov)

PBKS98/5 (12.1 ov)

Punjab Kings beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 5 wickets

Indian Premier League, 2024 On May 09

PBKS181 (17.0 ov)

RCB241/7 (20.0 ov)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Punjab Kings by 60 runs

Umpires

UmpireAnil Chaudhary (IND), Sai Darshan Kumar (IND) and Bruce Oxenford (AUS)

RefereeManu Nayyar (IND)

News updates

'My boy VK, you buddy, are...': Kevin Pietersen reacts after Virat Kohli indirectly slams him for 'promoting the game' remark

Did Virat Kohli take a veiled jibe at Ravi Shastri?

Yash Dayal reveals how social media abuse impacted him after Rinku Singh's 5 sixes

Yash Dayal finally opens up on his emotional struggle after being hit for 5 sixes by Rinku Singh in IPL 2023, says 'I was hurting...I fell ill'

IPL 2024: Virat Kohli completes sensational century in T20s, becomes first Indian ever to notch colossal milestone

IPL 2024 Points Table: RCB opened their account, MI choked under pressure and lost points; here's how the standings look after 6 matches

Virat Kohli strongly hits back at Kevin Pietersen for 'grow the game' remark, says 'I know my name is quite attached to...'

IPL 2024: Match-winner Dinesh Karthik reveals how he orchestrated RCB's win in clutch and who took the pressure off him

WATCH: Virat Kohli speaks on video call with wife Anushka Sharma and kids from inside the stadium after RCB win their first match of IPL 2024; video goes viral

IPL 2024: Virat Kohli gives a big shoutout to RCB supporters at Chinnaswamy Stadium, says 'people talk about a lot of other things...'

PBKS
157/6 (20.0 ov)

RCB
159/3 (18.5 ov)

RCB
95/9 (14.0 ov)

PBKS
98/5 (12.1 ov)

PBKS
181 (17.0 ov)

RCB
241/7 (20.0 ov)

Umpire
Anil Chaudhary (IND), Sai Darshan Kumar (IND) and Bruce Oxenford (AUS)

Referee
Manu Nayyar (IND)