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"Working With Virat Kohli, Being Around Him Is Something Special": Devdutt Padikkal

Royal Challengers Bengaluru batter Devdutt Padikkal shared his experience of working with batting maestro Virat Kohli and his dream of lifting the Indian Premier League (IPL) trophy with the franchise as they continue to prosper in the ongoing 18th edition of the cash-rich league. It was a homecoming for Padikkal, who returned to RCB after spending three seasons away from Bengaluru. After Padikkal moved out of Bengaluru in 2022, he spent two seasons with the Rajasthan Royals and then a sole season with the Lucknow Super Giants.

Virat Kohli Says "It Was Never About Ego", Opens Up On 'Personal Ambitions' Chatter

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) stalwart Virat Kohli has hit his peak form once again, emerging as the franchise's lynchpin in an excellent start to the 2025 season. Kohli hasn't just scored runs himself but also complemented other batters in the team effectively, with the team's success being the only objective in mind. Quite often, Virat has also been labelled as a batter who makes his 'ego' become a driving factor. But, in an interview with the Indian Premier League broadcasters, Kohli said that 'ego' has never been a driver throughout his cricketing career.

"Just Because You're A Big Name...": Moeen Ali's Blunt Verdict Amid Rohit Sharma Retirement Calls

India remains a country obsessed with its cricket stars. Quite often this obsession has been highlighted as the reason behind the team's inability to earn big titles. There have also been discussions around the places veterans like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja, etc. hold in the team even as their performances haven't been top-notch on the international stage in recent years. For Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) all-rounder Moeen Ali, players shouldn't hold on to their spots in the team just because they have a big fan-following.

MI Stars Line Up To Take Pictures With Virat Kohli After Defeat, Video Storms Internet

Royal Challengers Bengaluru got their third victory of IPL 2025 on Monday after they defeated Mumbai Indians by 12 runs. Playing at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, RCB posted a whopping total of 221/5 in 20 overs with skipper Rajat Patidar scoring 64 off 32 balls. Later, MI put up a tough fight but fell short by just 12 runs and suffered their fourth loss of the season. Apart from Patidar, star batter Virat Kohli also scored 67 off 42 balls and helped RCB reach a huge total.

Watch: Rajat Patidar's Unorthodox Four Stuns All, Virat Kohli's Reaction Can't Be Missed

In the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), Royal Challengers Bengaluru have emerged as one of the strongest contenders for the title with their back-to-back dominating performances. On Monday, they put up yet another entertaining show and claimed a 12-run victory over Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium. This was RCB's third win in four games, which kept them at the third position in the points table. Against MI, RCB posted 221/5 after being asked to bat first and then went on to restrict the five-time champions to 209/9 in 20 overs.

Rajat Patidar Makes IPL History, Achieves Feat As RCB Captain That Even Virat Kohli Couldn't

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are off to a flying start in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. After a long haul, RCB look like a side that isn't over-reliant on a few individuals. While assembling a phenomenal squad goes to the management, the manner in which skipper Rajat Patidar has led his troops also needs to be lauded. The Bengaluru franchise has already beaten giants like Kolkata Knight Riders, Chennai Super Kings, and Mumbai Indians, away from home, a feat that no other captain in the T20 league's history ever managed to.

Watch: Virat Kohli Loses Cool, Smashes Bat After Dismissal Against Mumbai Indians

Virat Kohli played a superb knock for Royal Challengers Bengaluru against Mumbai Indians at Wankhede Stadium on Monday. The RCB opener scored 67 runs off 42 balls with the help of 8 fours and 2 sixes. Kohli lost his wicket to MI captain Hardik Pandya. He top-edged Hardik's delivery and ended up beight caught out at deep square leg. After his dismissal, Kohli found it hard to control his emotions. He smashed his bat and threw his gloves in the dressing room.

In Praising 'Relaxed Captain' Rajat Patidar, Did Gavaskar Just Point What Virat Kohli Lacked?

Legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar feels the "relaxed" approach of skipper Rajat Patidar has helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru to eventually discover a pathway to success in the IPL after years of disappointments. RCB are on a roll in the initial part of the IPL, and they have scored their first win at Chepauk in 17 years and ended a six-match losing streak at the Wankhede Stadium. “Patidar certainly seems liberated as the leader. Seventeen years without a title, and now they understand what needs to be done to win. With a relaxed, laid-back captain, others are also stepping up with their experience to help move the team forward,” Gavaskar told JioStar.

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"Working With Virat Kohli, Being Around Him Is Something Special": Devdutt Padikkal

Virat Kohli Says "It Was Never About Ego", Opens Up On 'Personal Ambitions' Chatter

"Just Because You're A Big Name...": Moeen Ali's Blunt Verdict Amid Rohit Sharma Retirement Calls

MI Stars Line Up To Take Pictures With Virat Kohli After Defeat, Video Storms Internet

Watch: Rajat Patidar's Unorthodox Four Stuns All, Virat Kohli's Reaction Can't Be Missed

Rajat Patidar Makes IPL History, Achieves Feat As RCB Captain That Even Virat Kohli Couldn't

Watch: Virat Kohli Loses Cool, Smashes Bat After Dismissal Against Mumbai Indians

In Praising 'Relaxed Captain' Rajat Patidar, Did Gavaskar Just Point What Virat Kohli Lacked?