In a historic moment on Monday night at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Virat Kohli, the ace batter of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), led his team to victory by successfully chasing down 177 runs against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in match no. 6 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024.
Kohli, the former skipper of RCB, showcased his brilliance by smashing a half-century, marking his 100th fifty-plus score in the T20 format. This achievement not only etched his name as the first Indian but also the third player globally to reach this milestone in T20 cricket.
Kohli’s fifty came in just 31 deliveries, his first of the IPL 2024 season, further solidifying his position as one of the most prolific batsmen in the shortest format of the game.
He now stands third on the list of players with the most 50-plus scores in T20 cricket, trailing behind ‘Universe Boss’ Chris Gayle and Australian veteran David Warner. Earlier in the match, Kohli also made history by taking his 173rd catch in T20 cricket, surpassing Suresh Raina to become the Indian fielder with the most catches in the format.
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Despite the formidable performance by RCB’s Mohammed Siraj and Glenn Maxwell, who both claimed two wickets each, Punjab Kings managed to post a competitive total of 176 for 6. PBKS captain Shikhar Dhawan led from the front with a brisk 37-ball 45, setting the tone for his team’s innings. Supported by contributions from Sam Curran and Jitesh Sharma, PBKS managed to maintain a respectable run-rate throughout their innings.
Dhawan formed crucial partnerships with Prabhsimran Singh and later with Curran and Jitesh, guiding PBKS to a solid total after the early loss of Jonny Bairstow. Despite RCB’s efforts with the ball, PBKS’ batting display ensured a challenging target for the opposition, setting the stage for a thrilling encounter.
Kohli’s masterful innings and milestone achievements added yet another chapter to his illustrious career, further cementing his legacy as one of the modern greats of the game.
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