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Former Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) skipper Virat Kohli, in a dazzling display of skill and determination, notched up his sixth century in the Indian Premier League (IPL), equaling Chris Gayle’s record for most tons in the league’s history. , However, not many would know that Kohli had an intense two-hour practice session in the nets before showcasing his prowess against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) bowlers.
RCB on Saturday shared a video that showcased Kohli’s blistering knock in the nets, where he displayed his skills before repeating his heroics against the Orange Army on May 18 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium.
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Virat Kohli batted for nearly two hours in the nets ahead of the game against Sun Risers to get every shot right in the book. ,
What followed was an impeccable century! ,#playbold #____rcb #IPL2023 @imVkohli pic.twitter.com/vKTTHVZ5rd— Royal Challengers Bangalore (@RCBTweets) May 20, 2023
Chasing 187 for victory, Kohli built an opening stand of 172 with Faf du Plessis, effectively taking the game away from SRH. Kohli got to his century, his first in the IPL since 2019, with a maximum, only to be dismissed on the very next ball.
During his remarkable knock, Kohli hit 12 fours and four sixes at an astonishing strike rate of 158.73. As a result, the 34-year-old was rightfully awarded the man of the match award. What added to the spectacle was the fact that Kohli had already batted for two hours in the nets before unleashing his havoc on the Sunrisers bowlers. RCB released a video documenting Kohli’s meticulous preparation for the century, as he meticulously practiced each shot in his notebook before translating it into reality. The result was a scintillating innings that captivated the entire nation and kept RCB’s hopes alive in the race for the IPL 2023 playoffs.
Riding on Kohli’s ton and Faf du Plessis’ contribution of an impressive 71, RCB emerged victorious in their encounter against SRH by eight wickets. However, the Bengaluru-based franchise faces an uphill task in their next match as they look to seal a playoff spot. They are set to go up against the defending champions, Gujarat Titans, who currently occupy the top spot in the IPL 2023 points table. RCB’s win over SRH has undoubtedly boosted their morale, and they will undoubtedly take inspiration from Kohli’s remarkable hundred as they prepare for their upcoming challenge against the formidable Gujarat Titans.
