Virat Kohli happy to fulfil promise made to AB de Villiers before KKR game
Cricket | Apr 20, 2019, 09:06 AM ISTVirat Kohli starred in Royal Challengers Bangalore's 10-run win over Kolkata Knight RIders with his 5th IPL hundred.
Virat Kohli starred in Royal Challengers Bangalore's 10-run win over Kolkata Knight RIders with his 5th IPL hundred.
The tense climax came after Virat Kohli smashed 100 off 58 balls for his fifth century in the IPL and first this season. RCB hammered 91 runs off the last five overs to reach 213 for four, their highest total this year.
With six losses and two wins, hosts Rajasthan Royals are languishing at the second last position in the points table and they would be desperate to bring their campaign back on track with a much-needed win.
Virat Kohli paced his innings brilliantly and got out on the last ball of the innings for a 58-ball 100, his fifth in the IPL.
Hardik seems to be in menacing form with the bat ahead of the World Cup, having overcome a back injury and a massive controversy following his sexist comments on a popular TV show.
Virat Kohli smashed his fifth IPL century to put 213/4 on the scoreboard while KKR were just 10 runs short in the end despite Andre Russell and Nitish Rana power hitting.
Delhi lost to Mumbai by 40 runs here on Thursday night with the visiting team spinners playing a key role.
Ajinkya Rahane wants to be given permission to turn out for the county team in four-day games.
Hardik Pandya's return to cricket was debated earlier this year but now, he is showing why he is the man who makes Mumbai Indians tick and Virat Kohli says is a must-have in the team.
Hardik Pandya has been in menacing form with the bat ahead of the World Cup, having overcome a back injury and the massive Koffee with Karan controversy.
Delhi Capitals lost to Mumbai Indians by 40 runs on Thursday -- their third loss in four games at home in IPL 2019.
Rohit Sharma has become the third Indian batsman to score 8,000 runs in T20 cricket after Suresh Raina (8,216 runs) and Virat Kohli (8,183 runs).
IPL 2019, Match 35, KKR vs RCB: Expect the pitch to be another belter with little pace on offer for the seamers. However, like Imran Tahir, if bowled properly, there could be purchase for spinners as well at the Gardens.
Live Cricket Streaming, KKR vs RCB: Where and How to Watch IPL 2019 Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bangalore Live online stream on Hotstar, Jio TV, Airtel TV and watch IPL on Star Sports.
Andre Russell is doubtful for the RCB game after injuring his left shoulder during practice at the Eden Gardens on Wednesday.
It was Delhi's third loss out of the four matches that the hosts played at the Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium this season.
Deepak Chahar took three while Jasprit Bumrah picked two wickets to laid the foundation of Mumbai Indians 40-run victory over Delhi Capitals.
Playing for Delhi Capitals in the ongoing Indian Premier League, the tearaway Proteas quick is the leading wicket-taker with 17 scalps to his name.
In recent times, Dhoni has been interacting with players of opposition teams once the match ends and again on Wednesday night, the CSK skipper was seen in a huddle with the SRH players.
Andre Russell seems to have injured his left shoulder after being hit by a bouncer during Wednesday's net session at the Eden Gardens ahead of their clash with RCB.
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