IPL 2025: Virat Kohli Unleashes Fury On Khaleel Ahmed With 2 Consecutive Sixes During RCB Vs CSK Match; Video

In a thrilling display of power-hitting, Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) stalwart electrified the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium by launching two consecutive sixes off Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) pacer Khaleel Ahmed during the third over of their IPL 2025 encounter.

Facing Khaleel Ahmed, the left-arm seamer, Kohli first dispatched a delivery over the fine leg boundary, showcasing his impeccable timing and wristwork. Without missing a beat, he followed up by sending the very next ball soaring over deep square leg, leaving the crowd in awe and the bowler under pressure.

Power. Timing. Intent 🤌

2️⃣ massive hits, 1️⃣ fired-up crowd, and a reminder of Virat Kohli's class 👊

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Kohli's early onslaught exemplifies his ability to dominate bowlers and shift momentum in RCB's favor. As the match progresses, fans and analysts alike will be keen to see how this aggressive start influences the game's outcome.

IPL 2025: Yash Dayal Holds His Nerve In Final Over As RCB Edges CSK By 2 Runs To Go Top Of Points Table

In one of the most gripping matches of IPL 2025, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) held their nerve to defeat Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by just 2 runs in a high-scoring contest at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

RCB posted a commanding total of 213/5 in 20 overs, thanks to blistering half-centuries from Virat Kohli (62 off 33 balls, 5 fours and 5 sixes) and Jacob Bethell (55 off 33 balls, 8 fours and 2 sixes). The duo powered RCB through the middle overs, setting a daunting target for the visitors. CSK pacer Matheesha Pathirana stood out with the ball, claiming 3 wickets for 36 runs in his four-over spell and preventing RCB from pushing past 220.\

In response, CSK put up a valiant fight, finishing at 211/5 in their 20 overs. Teenage sensation Ayush Mhatre stole the show, smashing 94 off 48 balls with 9 boundaries and 5 sixes. He was well-supported by Ravindra Jadeja, who anchored the chase with a classy 77 off 45 balls, hitting 8 boundaries and 2 sixes. The match went down to the wire, with CSK needing 15 runs in the final over. But RCB’s bowling unit, led by Lungi Ngidi, held firm. Ngidi delivered under pressure, finishing with 3 wickets for 30 runs in his four overs and playing a key role in turning the match in RCB’s favor.