April 13, 2025: Virat Kohli added another milestone to his legendary career as he struck his 100th T20 fifty, guiding Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to a commanding 9-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2025. Chasing a target of 174, RCB cruised to victory in just 17.3 overs, thanks to stellar knocks from Kohli, Phil Salt, and Devdutt Padikkal.
Kohli remained unbeaten on 62 off 45 deliveries, anchoring the chase with typical finesse. His knock included 4 fours and 2 sixes, marking his third half-century of the season.
Phil Salt, on the other hand, brought the fireworks early on, smashing a blistering 65 off 33 balls at a staggering strike rate of 196.96, hitting 6 sixes and 5 fours. The pair added a 92-run stand in just 8.4 overs, laying the perfect foundation for the chase.
Devdutt Padikkal finished the job with a calm and composed 40 off 28 balls*, ensuring RCB crossed the line with ease. With this victory, RCB now have 8 points from 6 matches, firmly in the playoff race.
Earlier in the match, Rajasthan Royals struggled to post a big total despite a fluent innings from Yashasvi Jaiswal, who scored 75 off 47 balls. While Riyan Parag (30 off 20) and Dhruv Jurel (35 off 23) chipped in, the rest of the batting lineup couldn’t find momentum, managing just 173/4 in 20 overs — a total that proved insufficient against RCB’s top-order firepower.
This match not only highlighted Kohli’s enduring class but also showcased RCB’s increasingly dangerous batting depth. With their batting unit clicking and Kohli hitting top form, RCB will be a team to watch in the coming fixtures.