Kohli becomes first cricketer to score 3500 T20 runs at a single venue as RCB posts strong total at M Chinnaswamy Stadium.
📍Bengaluru | April 24, 2025:
In a high-octane clash at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal delivered standout performances as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) posted a formidable 205/5 in 20 overs against Rajasthan Royals (RR).
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💥 Key Highlights:
- Virat Kohli smashed 70 off 42 balls, becoming the first player in the world to cross 3500 T20 runs at a single venue.
- Devdutt Padikkal added to the fireworks with a blazing 50 off 27 balls.
- The duo stitched together a 95-run partnership for the second wicket, anchoring the RCB innings.
- Sandeep Sharma was the most successful bowler for RR, taking 2 wickets for 45 runs.
🗨️ Devdutt Padikkal on Pitch:
“It was a little sticky throughout and I feel it is going to be challenging in the second innings as well. We had clear plans because we didn’t bat well in the last few games here.”
🔍 Quick Summary:
| Batter | Score (Balls) |
|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | 70 (42) |
| Devdutt Padikkal | 50 (27) |
| Rajat Patidar | 14 (10) |
| Tim David | 18 (12) |
| Bowler | Wickets/Runs |
|---|---|
| Sandeep Sharma | 2/45 |
| Jofra Archer | 1/28 (4 overs) |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | 1/34 (4 overs) |
🏏 Match Context:
Rajasthan Royals’ stand-in skipper Riyan Parag opted to bowl first, but RCB’s batting firepower proved too strong. With the pitch expected to aid bowlers slightly in the second half, RR’s chase of 206 will require a solid top-order performance.
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📊 What’s Next?
Can Rajasthan Royals chase down 206? Or will RCB’s bowling unit defend this solid total on a sticky surface? Stay tuned for the second innings!
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