IPL 2026: Virat Kohli loses cool, throws helmet and gloves after dismissal vs Mumbai Indians
Virat Kohli anchored Royal Challengers Bengaluru's formidable 240/4 with a composed 50, complemented by Phil Salt's explosive 78 and Rajat Patidar's quickfire 53. Despite a spirited chase from Mumbai Indians, RCB secured a 18-run victory, with Suyash Sharma's crucial wickets proving decisive. Kohli's visible frustration after his dismissal also became a talking point.
NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli looked in ominous touch at the Wankhede Stadium, anchoring Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s batting effort with composure and control. He rotated strike smartly and allowed Phil Salt - who was in destructive form - to dominate the bowling. Salt’s blistering knock, along with half-centuries from skipper Rajat Patidar and Kohli, and a late flourish from Tim David, powered RCB to a daunting 240/4 against Mumbai Indians.
Salt smashed 78 off 36 balls, sharing a 120-run opening stand with Kohli, who made 50 off 38 deliveries. Patidar then kept the momentum going with a 20-ball 53, adding 65 runs with Kohli, before David’s unbeaten 34 off 16 balls provided the finishing touches. In response, Mumbai Indians managed 222/5, falling short despite a promising start.
RCB spinner Suyash Sharma delivered the decisive blow with a double strike in the eighth over, halting the chase at a crucial stage. However, one of the most talked-about moments came after Kohli’s dismissal. Having reached his second fifty of the season, Kohli was removed by Hardik Pandya.
— flicks_X18 (@flicks_X18) As he walked back to the pavilion, the usually composed batter was visibly furious. In a moment that quickly went viral, Kohli vented his frustration by throwing his helmet and gloves, reflecting his hunger for a bigger score despite a solid contribution. RCB, the defending champions, have played four matches so far this season, winning three and losing one.