#Padikkal

Virat Kohli had entered the contest in Raipur after back-to-back ducks, an unfamiliar situation for a batsman who has built his career on consistency across formats for nearly two decades

Devdutt Padikkal, appointed Karnataka’s Ranji Trophy captain during the 2025-26 season, pointed to how thinking like a leader has altered his perspective as an opener, helping him better read situations and opposition plans.

While Virat Kohli anchored the chase with his trademark control and acceleration, Devdutt Padikkal’s early burst ensured RCB were never behind the rate.

Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal’s blazing 115-run stand set up RCB’s victory as Sai Sudharsan’s century goes in vain.