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Kohli Leads Royal Challengers to Dramatic Last-Over Victory
By Ananya Mehta | April 12, 2025 • IPL 2025 • RCB vs CSK
In a nail-biting finish at Chinnaswamy Stadium, Virat Kohli led Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a stunning last-over win against Chennai Super Kings, keeping RCB’s playoff hopes alive.
Batting first, Chennai set a strong total of 192/6, powered by Ruturaj Gaikwad’s 78 and Dube’s quick 45. In response, RCB’s chase started strong with Kohli anchoring the innings and Glenn Maxwell providing fireworks in the middle order.
“It’s about staying calm under pressure — the crowd energy kept us going.”
Virat Kohli
Needing 12 runs in the final over, Kohli smashed two boundaries and a six, finishing unbeaten on 84 off 54 balls to seal victory with two balls remaining.
| Key Highlight | Details |
|---|---|
| Player of the Match | Virat Kohli (84* off 54) |
| Top Bowler | Mohammed Siraj (3/29) |
| Winning Margin | 5 wickets |
| Venu | M. Chinnaswamy Stadium |
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