Virat Kohli is one of the most consistent and prolific batsmen in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL). He has scored the most runs in the tournament's history and has been a key player for the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) since the inaugural season.
Here are the top five best knocks of Virat Kohli in IPL:
1. 113(50) vs. Kings XI Punjab (KXIP) in 2016
This innings by Kohli is regarded as one of the best in IPL history. Chasing a target of 191, Kohli walked in to bat with RCB struggling at 18-1. He proceeded to smash the KXIP bowlers all around the park, scoring an unbeaten 113 off just 50 balls. The innings included 12 fours and 8 sixes and helped RCB chase down the target with 11 balls to spare.
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2. 100(63) vs. Gujarat Lions (GL) in 2016
Kohli's second century in the IPL came in a match against GL in the same season. Batting first, Kohli scored a brilliant 100 off just 63 balls, including 11 fours and a six. His innings helped RCB post a mammoth total of 248, which remains the highest team score in the IPL.
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3. 92*(62) vs. Mumbai Indians (MI) in 2014
In a match that went down to the wire, Kohli played a crucial knock to help RCB chase down a target of 156. Coming in at No. 3, Kohli batted through the innings, scoring an unbeaten 92 off just 62 balls, including 11 fours and 2 sixes. His innings helped RCB win the match with a ball to spare.
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4. 87(42) vs. Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in 2019
In a high-scoring match, Kohli played a brilliant knock to help RCB post a total of 213. Coming in at No. 3, Kohli scored 87 off just 42 balls, including 9 fours and 4 sixes. His innings helped RCB win the match by 10 runs.
5. 81(52) vs. Delhi Daredevils (DD) in 2016
In a match that was reduced to 15 overs per side due to rain, Kohli played a crucial knock to help RCB post a total of 191. Coming in at No. 3, Kohli scored 81 off just 52 balls, including 9 fours and 2 sixes. His innings helped RCB win the match by 10 runs.
In conclusion, Virat Kohli has played many memorable innings in the IPL, but these five stand out as his best. His ability to score runs consistently and play match-winning knocks has made him one of the most successful players in the history of the tournament.
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