Padikkal proves his value as an all-format batter
[ad_1] Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Devdutt Padikkal plays a shot during an Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 T20 cricket match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Chennai Super Kings, in Bengaluru, Karnataka. | Photo Credit: PTI Prior to 2026, Devdutt Padikkal’s best strike-rate in the IPL was 150.60 (2025). That number was a significant upgrade from his […]
IPL 2026: Padikkal enhances his reputation as an elite all-format batter
[ad_1] The standout features of Devdutt Padikkal’s batting this IPL have been his acceleration and shot-making range. | Photo Credit: K. Murali Kumar Prior to 2026, Devdutt Padikkal’s best strike-rate in the IPL was 150.60 (2025). That number was a significant upgrade from his previous best of 130.50 from 2023. But in Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s twin victories this season, […]
‘No words for Virat Kohli’: Rajat Patidar hails RCB star after emphatic win | Cricket News – The Times of India
[ad_1] RCB’s Virat Kohli, left, and Rajat Patidar during the IPL 2026 opener. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru kicked off IPL 2026 in style, but skipper Rajat Patidar made it clear who stood at the heart of their dominant six-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad — Virat Kohli.Chasing 202 at the M […]
Watch: Virat Kohli blows flying kiss to Anushka Sharma after RCB’s dominant win | Cricket News – The Times of India
[ad_1] Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli (Video grabs) NEW DELHI: It was a night of dominance, emotion and a touch of romance as Virat Kohli lit up the IPL 2026 opener — both with the bat and a heartwarming gesture towards wife Anushka Sharma.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!After steering Royal […]
Virat Kohli spills truth: ‘I’ve always risked burnout, not being undercooked’ after RCB win | Cricket News – The Times of India
[ad_1] Virat Kohli once again showed why he is the heartbeat of Royal Challengers Bengaluru, steering his side to a dominant six-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2026 season opener on Saturday. The former India captain hit an unbeaten 38-ball 69 as RCB chased down 202 in just 15.4 overs at the M. […]