Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured a stunning 60-run victory against the Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala, on May 9. Virat Kohli played a crucial role in this win with his 92-run knock off just 47 balls. His astonishing innings helped RCB register 241 runs in 20 overs and in response, PBKS got all out for 181 by the 17th over.
Anil Kumble on Virat Kohli
Former India head coach Anil Kumble stated that Virat Kohli has been in outstanding form in this season of the Indian Premier League (IPL). The legendary spinner also believes that Virat will carry his form in the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024.
"Yeah, absolutely. He’s been in outstanding form. He had a bit of a break coming into the IPL, and then he’s just been relentless in his pursuit of excellence. And you could see that. I mean, he’s at the top of the table there with 634 runs, and I’m sure RCB would want him to win the next two games, and hopefully, qualify. But, you know, for India’s sake, you would want this form to continue in the World Cup as well," Anil Kumble said on Jio Cinema.
The T20 World Cup will be commencing from June 2 and to be hosted by the USA and the West Indies. The Indian team will be beginning their campaign against Ireland in New York on June 5.
Mohammad Kaif on Virat Kohli’s strike rate
In the 92 runs knock against the PBKS, Virat Kohli’s strike rate was 195.74. Former Indian batter Mohammad Kaif urged the critics to stop the debate around his strike rate and batting intent following the brilliant knock.
"Virat Kohli 92 for 47 ball gets out trying to hit a six in the 18th over. Strike rate and intent debate around the team man should stop now," wrote Kaif from his official 'X' account.
Earlier this season, Virat Kohli was criticized over his strike rate. He faced a lot of backlash after scoring a 67-ball century which is also the joint-slowest hundred in the IPL history. However, he answered all the criticism with his bat. He is currently the highest run-scorer with 634 runs in 12 matches.
