Not Krunal Pandya!! Virat Kohli names RCB's Dark Horse in IPL 2025

Virat Kohli, on Sunday (April 27), hailed Royal Challengers Bengaluru's 6-wicket win over Delhi Capitals as a 'top win' while also heaping praise on his teammates.

The Bengaluru-based outfit extended their flawless away record in the ongoing IPL 2025 as they won their sixth away game in a row. RCB have matched their record for most away wins in a season and have the opportunity to surpass it.

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The win has also taken them to the top of the points table. The Bengaluru-based outfit became the first team this season to win seven games and are looking destined to qualify for the playoffs. With form on their side, they will be eyeing a top-two finish in order to have two shots at the final.

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The win over DC was surely a statement win as RCB showed that they can win the game from any situation. Chasing 163 runs, the three-time IPL finalists were in a spot of bother after being reduced to 26/3. However, Virat Kohli and Krunal Pandya share a decisive 119-run stand for the fourth wicket to put the game to bed.

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Kohli scored 51 while Krunal remained unbeaten on 73. Speaking at the end of the match, Kohli was all praise for his team's effort as he pointed out that the wicket was not easy to bat on. He also talked about his mindset during a chase before heaping praise on Krunal.

"It was a top win, especially looking at the surface. This wicket played very differently to the other games," said Virat Kohli after the match.

"Whenever there is a chase on, I keep checking with the dugout if we are on course, what is my role etc. Krunal.. today was his day. We were waiting for him to come into the tournament with the bat. Who are the bowlers to target? I try and ensure I don't stop my singles and doubles and combine with the occasional boundary. This year, you can't just come out and hit; you have to assess, understand the conditions, and then plan accordingly," added the former RCB captain.

It's looking good for us: Virat Kohli

Speaking further, Virat Kohli pointed out that the balance in the team this season is good, and it is one of the reasons behind the performance. He also sent out a warning to the other teams by saying that 'it's looking good for us'.

"We have communicated beautifully as a team in the batting, and that's the reason we have 7 wins out of 10. It's looking good for us. We have Romario (Shepherd) after Tim (David) as well for extra added power. That firepower at the back end definitely helps.

"Hazlewood and Bhuvi are world-class bowlers. There's a reason why he has the Purple Cap on his head. Krunal bowled well too. Don't forget that Suyash can be the dark horse as well. He may not have got the wickets, but he has been good," said Virat Kohli.

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