Virat Kohli delivered a solid performance with the bat and later stole the spotlight with his trademark celebrations, as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), backed by Hazlewood’s sensational penultimate over, secured a thrilling 11-run victory over Rajasthan Royals (RR) on Thursday night at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
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Kohli, known for wearing his heart on his sleeve, showcased his raw emotions in full force as RCB registered their first home win of the IPL 2025 season. With Rajasthan Royals needing just 18 runs off the final two overs, the match seemed to be slipping out of RCB’s grasp. However, Josh Hazlewood turned the tide with a phenomenal penultimate over, conceding only one run and claiming two crucial wickets.
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Virat Kohli’s Passion Meets Hazlewood’s Precision in RCB’s Electrifying Finish
Kohli, stationed near the boundary rope, erupted with a roar as Jofra Archer fell. He pumped his fists and dashed to the dugout, embracing every teammate in sight. His celebration hit another peak when RCB sealed the dramatic win with the dismissal of Wanindu Hasaranga in the final over.
The high-intensity clash saw momentum swing multiple times, but it was RCB who held their nerve in the final moments. Kohli’s passionate display mirrored the emotions of the fans and the importance of the win for the team.
For Rajasthan Royals, the heartbreaking defeat all but ended their playoff hopes, marking their seventh loss in nine games this season.
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