Virat Kohli knows he needs to take more risks. He mentioned that using the sweep shot against spin bowlers has helped him improve his scoring rate. In the last match against Punjab Kings, he scored 92 runs off 47 balls, helping Royal Challengers Bangalore win by 60 runs. This season, he has scored 634 runs with an average of 70.44 and a strike rate of 153.5.
Kohli believes in quality over quantity in his gameplay. He doesn’t practice too much, relying on his understanding of the game and past experiences. He aims to keep improving his skills. Despite criticism of his strike rate in some matches, he’s been consistent throughout the season.
This win against Punjab Kings was RCB’s fourth consecutive victory, giving them a chance to make it to the playoffs. Kohli admitted that their performance wasn’t good in the first half of the tournament but urged his team to play with self-respect and pride.
On the other hand, Punjab Kings’ captain Sam Curran expressed his disappointment as his team was eliminated from the tournament. He acknowledged the positives but felt they fell short in crucial moments. Missing Shikhar Dhawan wasn’t a distraction for them, according to Curran, but he was disappointed for the team and vowed to come back stronger next year.
Curran enjoyed leading his team despite the losses and highlighted the highs and lows they experienced in the tournament. He emphasized the importance of learning from disappointments and staying resilient.
In conclusion, while Kohli’s risk-taking and adaptability have paid off for RCB, Punjab Kings reflect on their season with a mix of frustration and determination to improve in the future.
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