WEB DESK – Over the weekend, photos and videos of Indian cricketer Virat Kohli, visibly emotional, went viral on social media. This heartfelt moment came after the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) qualified for the Indian Premier League (IPL) playoffs on Saturday.
Kohli’s Tears of Joy
Kohli was seen shedding tears of joy following RCB’s 27-run victory against the Chennai Super Kings. The match, held at RCB’s home ground, M Chinnaswamy Stadium, was rain-affected but saw a stellar performance from the team.
Anushka Sharma’s Celebration
Anushka Sharma, Kohli’s wife and renowned Indian actress, was also captured celebrating with tears in her eyes from the stands, sharing in the emotional victory.
Match Highlights
In a thrilling match, Bengaluru posted a formidable total of 218-5, thanks to strong contributions from Du Plessis, who scored 54 runs, and Kohli, who added 47 runs. Despite a determined effort, Chennai could only manage 191-7 in their response, leading to Bengaluru’s playoff qualification based on run rate. Both teams were tied on 14 points, but Bengaluru’s sixth consecutive victory secured their spot.
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Upcoming Playoff Matches
Bengaluru is now set to compete in the eliminator on Wednesday in Ahmedabad. Meanwhile, table-toppers Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, and Sunrisers Hyderabad had already secured their playoff spots. The playoffs will kick off with the first qualifier on Tuesday in Ahmedabad, with the final scheduled for May 26 in Chennai.
