Virat Kohli's impressive innings of 77 runs helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeat Punjab Kings by 4 wickets in the Indian Premier League 2024. The captain's dropped catch when he was on zero proved to be costly for Punjab, as it allowed Kohli to lead his team to victory. Although Dinesh Karthik and Mahipal Lomror's contributions helped RCB chase down the target, Punjab's captain Shikhar Dhawan was disappointed with the batting and bowling efforts of his team.
RCB Triumphs over Punjab Kings with Kohli's Stellar Innings
In a thrilling encounter at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) outplayed Punjab Kings (PBKS) by four wickets in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. The victory was orchestrated by a magnificent 77-run knock from RCB skipper Virat Kohli.
Match Highlights
PBKS posted a challenging total of 180/5, with Liam Livingstone top-scoring with 54 runs. Despite a promising start, RCB found themselves in a spot of bother when they lost three quick wickets.
However, Kohli stepped up to the plate with a gritty innings. He anchored the chase, hitting seven boundaries and three sixes to steer RCB towards the target. Dinesh Karthik and Mahipal Lomror provided valuable contributions of 31 and 25 runs respectively.
PBKS pacer Nathan Ellis was the pick of the bowlers, claiming three wickets for 34 runs. Despite his efforts, RCB managed to chase down the target with one over to spare.
Dropped Catch Proves Costly for PBKS
A pivotal moment in the game came when Kohli was dropped on zero by PBKS skipper Shikhar Dhawan at midwicket. The costly error allowed Kohli to settle in and play a match-winning innings.
Dhawan Disappointed
PBKS captain Shikhar Dhawan expressed disappointment with his team's performance. He lamented the dropped catch and criticized the batting and bowling efforts of his players. "We didn't execute our plans well enough," Dhawan stated.
Kohli's Impressive Record
Kohli's 77-run innings extended his impressive IPL record. He has now scored over 6,500 runs in the tournament and is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of the competition.
Top 5 FAQs
1. Who won the match between RCB and PBKS? RCB won the match by four wickets.
2. Who was the Man of the Match? Virat Kohli for his 77-run innings.
3. Who was the highest scorer for PBKS? Liam Livingstone with 54 runs.
4. What was the major turning point of the match? The dropped catch on Kohli when he was on zero.
5. What did PBKS captain Shikhar Dhawan say about the team's performance? He expressed disappointment with the batting and bowling efforts of his players.
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