In a surprising turn of events during the IPL 2026, Virat Kohli faced an unusual challenge. The star batter for Royal Challengers Bengaluru registered a rare golden duck against the Mumbai Indians.
Match Highlights: IPL 2026
The match took place in Raipur on Sunday. Kohli was dismissed without scoring a run, caught by Raj Angad Bawa off the bowling of Deepak Chahar. This marked a significant moment in Kohli’s illustrious career, as it was only the second time he recorded a golden duck.
Back-to-Back Ducks
This match was particularly disappointing for Kohli, as it followed another duck against the Lucknow Super Giants in the previous fixture. These consecutive dismissals were a rarity for the celebrated player.
- Match: IPL 2026, Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs. Mumbai Indians
- Location: Raipur
- Bowler: Deepak Chahar
- Catcher: Raj Angad Bawa
- Previous Duck: Against Lucknow Super Giants
Kohli’s Career Performance
The last time Kohli recorded back-to-back ducks was in 2022. During that season, he failed to score against Lucknow Super Giants and the Sunrisers Hyderabad. This trend raises questions about his current form.
As one of the most prominent figures in cricket, fans and analysts alike will be watching Kohli’s performance closely in the upcoming matches. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru will hope that he can bounce back and regain his scoring touch.
