RCB vs RR IPL 2025: Kohli and Padikkal's Explosive Partnership Powers Bengaluru to 205

In an electrifying encounter at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Virat Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal each hit half-centuries, propelling Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a formidable 205 for 5 against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL 2025 clash. Kohli dazzled with 70 runs off 42 balls, while Padikkal smashed a rapid 50 from 27 deliveries. Their dynamic partnership added 95 significant runs for the second wicket. On the bowling front, Sandeep Sharma stood out for Rajasthan Royals, taking 2 wickets for 45 runs. Amidst the action, Kohli achieved an extraordinary feat by surpassing 3500 T20 runs in Bengaluru, marking him as the first-ever cricketer to reach this milestone at a single venue. Earlier in the day, with Riyan Parag leading as the stand-in captain, Rajasthan Royals won the toss and decided to field first.