Dinesh Karthik Lauds Virat Kohli’s Passion and Work Ethic
Virat Kohli’s Unwavering Determination
Dinesh Karthik, the mentor of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), has praised Virat Kohli for his relentless determination and work ethic. In a video shared by RCB’s official handle, Karthik expressed his awe at Kohli’s hunger and consistency throughout his 18-year career in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
- Kohli leads the IPL as the top run-scorer.
- He holds the record for the most centuries and fifty-plus scores in the tournament.
Virat Kohli’s Bond with the Bengaluru Crowd
Karthik also recognized the unique connection between Virat Kohli and the fans in Bengaluru. He noted that many spectators attend matches just to witness Kohli’s batting prowess.
Virat Kohli’s IPL 2025 Performance
During IPL 2025, Virat Kohli scored his first fifty of the season in Bengaluru during his fourth attempt. His impressive 70 off 42 balls helped RCB secure a strong position at the innings break. Although RCB scored 205/5, the Rajasthan Royals came close to winning, needing 18 runs in the last two overs. Josh Hazlewood’s exceptional 19th over ultimately turned the game in favor of the home team.
Currently, Virat Kohli ranks second in the orange cap race, with 392 runs from 9 innings, including 5 half-centuries.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru in 2025
RCB has won 6 out of their first 9 matches, with their excellent away form contributing significantly to their success. They have won all five of their away matches, placing them comfortably in the race to the playoffs. RCB’s next match is against the Delhi Capitals in Delhi, Kohli’s hometown.
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