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NDTV
29-05-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
" Dimaag Khaata Rehta Hai": Virat Kohli's Hilarious Taunt For Young RCB Star Goes Viral. Watch
Royal Challengers Bengaluru young star Swastik Chikara shared a hilarious video on social media, where he was seen lavishing praise on star batter Virat Kohli. RCB are currently one of the strongest teams of IPL 2025 and are highly likely to clinch their maiden title this season. After registering a big six-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants in their last league stage match, RCB finished in second place on the points table and set a Qualifier 1 match against Punjab Kings in Mullanpur. In the video going viral on social media, the 20-year-old batter was seen clicking some pictures with Kohli in the dressing room. The RCB veteran then jokingly said, " Dimaag khaata rehta hai hamesha" (he keeps annoying me)." — Out Of Context Cricket (@GemsOfCricket) May 28, 2025 Later in the video, Swastik showed one selfie to Kohli and then said that he will posting this picture on social media. The video then concluded after Chikara said, " Bade bhai hai hamara. Jab mann kare, tab photo le dete hain" (He's my elder brother. Lets me click a picture with him whenever I want to). Chikara was roped-in by RCB for Rs 30 lakhs during the mega auctions of IPL 2025. However, the aggressive top-order batter from Uttar Pradesh is yet to make his debut for the Bengaluru-based franchise. Talking about RCB, the Rajat Patidar -led side is all set to face the table-toppers Punjab Kings in Qualifier 1 match of IPL 2025 on Thursday in Mullanpur. RCB are currently high on confidence as they recently registered an emphatic win over LSG in their last league stage match. Opting to bowl, RCB bowlers faced a tough time as LSG posted a whopping total of 227/3 in 20 overs with skipper Rishabh Pant fighting his lean patch and hammering a century. However, the picture completely changed in the second innings as stand-in skipper Jitesh led from the front and took RCB home in just 18.4 overs. Jitesh scored an unbeaten 85 off just 33 balls and helped his side register a comfortable win.
News18
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
'Dimaag Khaata Rehta Hai': Kohli Jokes As RCB Youngster Calls Him 'Bade Bhai'
Last Updated: Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Swastik Chikara was seen in hillarious video with Virat Kohli. Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) youngster, Swastik Chikara, took to social media to express his admiration for senior teammate and Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli. Chikara, a batter from Uttar Pradesh, was signed by RCB for INR 30 lakh during the IPL mega auction, although he has yet to make his debut. He has, however, garnered attention this year through RCB's social media, which frequently showcases his admiration for Kohli. Swastik often speaks about the valuable lessons he has learned from Kohli's discipline, work ethic, and intensity, referring to the former RCB captain as his elder brother. Following RCB's decisive victory over LSG, Chikara approached Kohli in the dressing room and took a selfie with him. This moment was captured by the RCB social media team, who shared a video on X. After the photo was taken, Kohli jokingly remarked, ' Dimaag khaata rehta hai hamesha" (he keeps annoying me). In the next frame, Chikara proudly displayed the selfie he had taken with Kohli. Despite Kohli's playful comment, the young batter held up the picture for the camera with pride. Chikara said in the video, ' Bade bhai hai hamara. Jab mann kare, tab photo le dete hain" (He's my elder brother. Lets me click a picture with him whenever I want to). Kohli has already scored eight half-centuries in the IPL this season, amassing over 600 runs. He remains a strong contender in the Orange Cap race, currently holding the fifth spot on the leaderboard. The 36-year-old retired from Test cricket recently and stepped down from T20Is last year. However, he remains a key player in the IPL, continuing to dominate the scoring charts with his consistent performances. RCB secured a significant win over Lucknow Super Giants, ensuring a top 2 finish in the points table. Following their thrilling 228-run chase against LSG, Rajat Patidar and Co. prepare to face table-toppers Punjab Kings in the crucial IPL 2025 Eliminator 1 on Thursday in Mullanpur. A win will send them straight to the final in Ahmedabad on June 3. Even if RCB falters, they will have another chance in Qualifier 2, where they will face the winner of the eliminator between Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians. First Published: May 29, 2025, 08:05 IST
Hindustan Times
28-05-2025
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
‘Dimaag khaata rehta hai': Virat Kohli's jovial banter with Swastik Chikara as young RCB star calls him ‘bade bhai'
Royal Challengers Bengaluru youngster Swastik Chikara once again showed his admiration for senior batter Virat Kohli after their team registered a big win over Lucknow Super Giants to ensure a top 2 finish in the points table. Chikara, a young Uttar Pradesh batter, was signed by RCB for INR 30 lakh in the IPL mega auction, but he is yet to make his debut. However, he has garnered fans' attention this year with RCB social media handles often displaying his admiration for Kohli. Swastik has often spoken about how much he's learned from Kohli's discipline, work ethic, and intensity. The young batter always refers to the former RCB skipper as his elder brother. After the RCB's emphatic win over LSG, Chikara approached Kohli in the team dressing room and took a selfie with him. The moment was captured by the RCB social media team as they shared a video on X. After clicking photo, Kohli turned around and said, "Dimaag khaata rehta hai hamesha" (he keeps annoying me). A post shared by Swastik Chikara (@swastikchikara_3) Meanwhile, Chikara showed the selfie he clicked with Kohli in the next frame. Kohli's playful remark didn't stop the youngster from proudly holding up the picture for the camera. "Bade bhai hai hamara. Jab mann kare, tab photo le dete hain" (He's my elder brother. Let's me click a picture with him whenever I want to)." Chikara said in the video. Kohli has already scored eight half-century in IPL this season and scored over 600 runs, and remains a strong contender in the Orange Cap race, currently holding the fifth spot on the leaderboard. The 36-year-old recently retired from Test cricket, while he hung up his boots from T20Is last year, but he still remains one of the strongest pillars of IPL, and he continues to rule the scoring charts with his consistent performances. Fresh off a breathtaking 228-run chase against LSG, Rajat Patidar and Co. are brimming with momentum as they gear up to face table-toppers Punjab Kings in a high-stakes showdown on Thursday in Mullanpur. The stakes couldn't be higher—victory will catapult them straight into final in Ahmedabad on June 3. But even if RCB stumble, all is not lost. They'll have one more shot at glory in Qualifier 2, where they'll clash with the winner of the eliminator between Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians.
India.com
03-05-2025
- Sport
- India.com
This RCB player smashed 585 runs of just 167 balls, still treated as water boy due to...., his name is.....
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have performed impressively in IPL 2025 so far. Out of 10 matches, they have secured victory in 7 and currently hold 14 points. While most RCB players have delivered standout performances, there's one player in the squad with an extraordinary record who hasn't received a single opportunity yet this season. This player once scored over 500 runs in a single innings, yet in the current tournament, he has only been seen serving drinks. RCB bought 19-year-old Swastik Chikara for ₹30 lakh. He made headlines with a memorable performance in domestic cricket at just 14 years of age. In one match, Chikara smashed 585 runs off 167 balls, hitting 55 fours and 52 sixes. This explosive knock came while playing for Mahi Cricket Academy against ACE Cricket Academy (Gorakhpur) in a 40-over match in December 2019. His team scored 704 runs and won the game by a massive margin of 355 runs. Before joining RCB, Swastik Chikara was a part of the Delhi Capitals franchise. Although he didn't get a chance to play, he was closely associated with the team. RCB picked him up for ₹30 lakh in the mega auction. Interestingly, his auction sparked controversy. Delhi Capitals claimed they had raised the paddle to bid for Chikara, but the auctioneer failed to notice. The franchise alleged that their bid was ignored during the process. In comparison, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) spent a whopping ₹8 crore to acquire Akash Deep. Between IPL 2022 and 2024, Akash played 8 matches and managed to take only 7 wickets, giving away runs at an economy of over 11. Even in IPL 2025, he has played 4 matches with an economy rate of above 12, raising questions about returns on the heavy investment. Despite his explosive talent, Swastik Chikara has not been given a single opportunity to play for RCB so far this season. He is often spotted near senior player Virat Kohli during matches, but fans are eagerly awaiting his debut. It remains to be seen whether the team management will give this young talent a shot in the remainder of the tournament. RCB fans are hopeful that Swastik Chikara will finally get his chance to showcase his batting prowess in IPL 2025. With a background that includes one of the most remarkable domestic innings ever seen, Chikara's potential is clear. All eyes are now on the RCB management to see if they will unleash this young sensation before the season ends.
Hindustan Times
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
RCB youngster roasted with meme for 'shadowing' Virat Kohli, hits back with ice-cold reply: 'Apne bhai ko...'
Swastik Chikara's admiration for Virat Kohli has turned into a running joke this IPL season, with memes portraying the young RCB batter as the former skipper's ever-present shadow. The banter gained momentum after pacer Yash Dayal revealed that Chikara once opened Kohli's kitbag without permission and used his perfume following a game against Kolkata Knight Riders. The incident, lighthearted yet bold, added fuel to social media's portrayal of Chikara as someone constantly tailing Kohli. As RCB arrived in Delhi for their clash against the Capitals, the narrative picked up steam once again when Chikara was shown a viral meme that poked fun at his proximity to the RCB icon. The meme stated that one of the biggest 'tensions' for Chikara is to ensure he's the first to serve Virat Kohli water during matches. While those near Chiakra laughed at the joke, the youngster had a rather heartwarming response to being poked at. 'Toh kya ho gaya? Apne bhai ko toh main hi pilaaunga! (What's there in that? I'll serve water to my brother!),' Chikara said, as he smiled. RCB have been brilliant this season on the road, maintaining a perfect 5/5 record in away matches in IPL 2025. The side also registered its first win in Bengaluru after a long wait in their previous game against the Rajasthan Royals. It will aim to keep its winning run intact against Axar Patel's DC on Sunday. However, it will be a challenge as DC has been brilliant this season. With six wins in eight matches, they are currently second on the table, trailing Gujarat Titans by Net Run Rate. In addition to the tough competition, there will be a significant subplot that adds to the intensity of the clash; the match against DC will be a homecoming for Kohli, who hails from the city and also represents the state team in domestic cricket. In the previous match between the two teams, KL Rahul, the DC batter who hails from Bengaluru, played a match-winning knock and animatedly did a 'this is my ground' celebration, and many tout Kohli – who is currently second in the Orange Cap list this year – to repeat the same in Delhi.
