Virat Kohli showcased his remarkable talent while representing the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the IPL 2026 match against Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala. His impressive performance made headlines on Sunday afternoon.
Virat Kohli’s Performance Against PBKS
Kohli opened the innings for RCB and made significant contributions to the game. He had already started the season with an impressive unbeaten 69 runs against Sunrisers Hyderabad. However, after experiencing two consecutive ducks, he made a remarkable comeback, scoring an unbeaten century against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).
Match Highlights
- Opponent: Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Venue: HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala
- Kohli’s Previous Matches:
- Match 1: 69 runs vs. SRH (Winning performance)
- Match 2: Unconverted starts against CSK and RR
- Match 3: Unbeaten century vs. KKR (175.00 strike rate, 11 fours, 3 sixes)
Kohli’s IPL Records
Virat Kohli holds impressive IPL statistics that highlight his prowess as a batsman:
| Matches | Runs | High Score | Average | Strike Rate | Centuries | Fifties | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 279 | 9,145 | 113 | 40.11 | 134.27 | 9 | 66 | 824 | 309 |
As the IPL 2026 continues, fans eagerly anticipate more stellar performances from Kohli as he aims to lead RCB to success this season. Follow El-Balad for the latest updates and insights on IPL cricket.
