‘When a 34-year-old runs…': Ex-IND star reserves special praise for RCB legend

 Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) made a perfect start to Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 as they secured a commanding eight-wicket win against five-time champions Mumbai Indians in Bengaluru on Sunday. RCB skipper Faf du Plessis led his side from the front as he along with senior pro Virat Kohli blew Mumbai away with their explosive batting in the 172-run chase.

While it was Faf, who was more aggressive of the two, Kohli didn't wait long to join the party as he guided RCB home with an unbeaten 82 off 49 balls, which featured six fours and five maximums. However, before launching an all-out attack on the opposition Kohli mostly dealt in singles and double, and enjoyed du Plessis play his shots from arguably the best seat in the house.

While Du Plessis took just 29 balls to reach his half-century, Kohli completed the milestone in 38 balls. It was in the next 11 deliveries, the former RCB skipper went completely berserk and hammered 32 runs in it as the hosts wrapped up the contest with 3.4 overs to spare.

Kohli's scintillating show left many impressed and former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif, who is known for his fielding heroics, being one of them. Kaif hailed Kohli's fitness and hoped aspiring cricketers take lesson from this knock.

"Virat's running between the wickets is a lesson for new players. When a 34-year-old player runs like this in between the wickets, it proves how hard he works on his fitness," noted Kaif during an interaction on Star Sports, the official broadcaster of IPL in India.

Former South Africa all-rounder Jacques Kallis also hailed Kohli's efforts and predicted RCB to do well in the ongoing edition. “Virat Kohli brings a lot of positive energy into the team. He feeds off the energy of the spectators. His consistency with the bat at the top will help RCB go a long way in this competition. And the way he stamped his authority over Jofra Archer was incredible," the South Africa legend noted.

 

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Williamson to be replaced by Australia big-hitter: Here's GT likely XI vs DC

 Gujarat Titans' likely XI vs Delhi Capitals: Defending champions Gujarat Titans (GT) take on perennial underachievers Delhi Capitals (DC) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 clash in New Delhi on Tuesday. The reigning champions got their campaign off to a perfect start with a win against Chennai Super Kings in the season opener. GT have one of the strongest squads in the tournament and will be keen to make their second season in the IPL a memorable one too.

GT were the most consistent team last season winning 10 out of their 14 league games to claim their maiden IPL title in their debut season. They roped in the likes of Kane Williamson, Shivam Mavi, KS Bharat, Josh Little, Odean Smith to strengthen their title-winning squad in the mini auction.

The Titans' squad is not short of batting brilliance. Shubhman Gill is in the form of his life as he showcased during his match-winning knock of 63 against CSK. They also have an array of options to choose from in Sai Sudharsan, Abhinav Manohar, Vijay Shankar and David Miller as far as the middle-order is concerned.

Skipper Hardik Pandya, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, and Odean Smith highlight the all-rounders' section. Khan and Tewatia showcased their all-round abilities in the season opener as they took GT over the line against CSK with some meaty hits towards the end.

Mohammed Shami, Alzarri Joseph, Shivam Mavi, Pradeep Sangwan, Josh Little and Yash Dayal are all good seam bowling options that provide the reigning champions with good depth.

The GT bowlers did a good job against CSK to restrict them to under 180 after Ruturaj Gaikwad’s handed the side a blazing start.

David Miller will be available for selection for GT after concluding his national duties with South Africa.

 

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