Virat Kohli Scripts IPL History! Breaks Monumental Record To Become The Player With Most...
In their historic 6-run victory over the Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025 Final, Kohli set yet another remarkable record.
During his 43-run innings, Kohli hit his first boundary, surpassing Shikhar Dhawan to become the player with the most fours in the tournament.
Before the match, both Kohli and Dhawan were tied with 768 fours each. In the fourth over of RCB's innings, Kohli faced Jamieson and edged ahead of his former Indian teammate Dhawan, who retired from all forms of cricket last year.
Kohli was eventually dismissed for 43 runs after hitting three boundaries in 35 balls, providing a steady foundation for RCB.
The final was a nerve-racking contest. RCB drew on years of disappointment and pain to stage a remarkable comeback, securing a commanding victory.
Despite struggling with the bat, they posted a total of 190/9, with Kohli contributing a patient 43 runs from 35 balls.
At the innings break, RCB's total seemed insufficient, but their bowlers' relentless effort created scoreboard pressure that worked in their favor.
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