Virat Kohli made history in the IPL. He became the first player to hit 300 sixes for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Kohli scored 62 runs against Punjab Kings. This innings made him the orange cap holder with 505 runs. He now has the most IPL seasons with 500+ runs. Kohli also equaled his record for consecutive 50-plus scores for RCB.
Romario Shepherd’s explosive batting propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a formidable total against CSK. He etched his name in IPL history by smashing a 14-ball fifty, equalling the second-fastest half-century record. Shepherd’s onslaught included a 33-run over and a display of power-hitting in the death overs, showcasing his finishing prowess with a staggering strike rate.
Virat Kohli silenced critics with a blistering 62 off 33 balls against Chennai Super Kings, reaffirming his status as an IPL legend. He achieved the milestone of hitting 300 sixes for RCB and reclaimed the Orange Cap with 505 runs this season, marking his eighth 500+ run season, surpassing David Warner.
Virat Kohli’s dominance in the IPL is highlighted by his consistent performance, especially against Chennai Super Kings. He holds the record for most runs against a single opponent in IPL history, with 1,146 runs against CSK. Kohli also has the most fifty-plus scores against CSK, totaling 10. Kohli has now recorded four consecutive fifty-plus scores, equaling his own RCB record set nine years ago.
Rashid Khan believes Shubman Gill will be a great leader for Gujarat Titans and India. Gill’s captaincy has improved this season, with impressive batting performances. Gujarat Titans are performing well after last season’s struggles. Rashid highlights the importance of the coach-captain relationship. He also acknowledges his own need for improvement in bowling. The team focuses on process over results.
Kagiso Rabada, the South African and Gujarat Titans pacer, has been provisionally suspended after testing positive for a recreational drug. Rabada expressed deep remorse for his actions and the disappointment he caused to his supporters, teammates, and family. He is currently serving a provisional suspension and is determined to return to cricket, focusing on hard work and dedication.
MS Dhoni’s Chennai Super Kings opted to bowl first after winning the toss against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Saturday’s IPL match. CSK retained their previous playing XI, aiming to assess player roles for the future, while RCB, with Lungi Ngidi replacing Josh Hazlewood, sought to improve their standing. RCB replaced Josh Hazlewood with Lungi Ngidi.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the 14-year-old Rajasthan Royals player, is in the news again. He recently scored a century. Now, he has impressed everyone with his bowling skills during net practice. Suryavanshi clean bowled a batter, shattering the stumps. The team management is carefully guiding the young talent. They are focusing on his development both on and off the field.
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), after a promising start in IPL 2025 with a massive score, has faced a significant decline due to underperforming key players like Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma, and middle-order batsmen. The bowling attack, especially the spin department, has struggled to make an impact, contributing to the team’s potential playoff elimination despite initial high expectations and aggressive strategies.
