Sanjeev Kumar
khelja|14-05-2026
Virat Kohli's video went viral. (Photo- PTI)
Virat Kohli Hilarious Stump Mic Moment: In IPL 2026, Royal Challengers Bangalore's star batsman Virat Kohli demonstrated his class by scoring a brilliant century against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). After two consecutive ducks, Kohli played an unbeaten inning of 105 runs, which included 10 fours and 3 sixes. During this time, his confidence appeared to be at its peak and one of his words captured on the stump mic quickly went viral on social media.
Virat Kohli's video went viral
While chasing runs during the match, Kohli was also seen shadow practicing the scoop shot, which he is not usually seen playing.
During this time his voice was also recorded on the stump mic. Virat told Manish Pandey, 'Now I have to play a little for India, now every shot will be taken.' His statement is on his retirement from T20 International, where now he is enjoying playing all types of shots with a free mind.🚨VIRAT KOHLI IN STUMP MIC TO PADDIKAL 🚨
🎙️ – “Now we have to play a bit for India, now every shot will be hit” 🎙️ pic.twitter.com/6UH7Ey5bD2
— Sam (@Cricsam01) May 14, 2026
Let us tell you, Virat Kohli had retired from T20 International after the 2024 T20 World Cup. He now plays only in ODI format for Team India. Due to which he is thoroughly enjoying his batting in IPL. He now bats much faster than before and plays big shots from the very beginning, which were not seen earlier.
His strike rate has also increased significantly. In the current season, he is scoring runs at a strike rate of 165.75, which is the highest among the top-3 batsmen.Virat Kohli's bat is flying very fast
Virat Kohli has played 12 matches so far in IPL 2026, during which he has scored 484 runs at an average of 53.78. Which includes 1 century and 3 half-centuries. He is currently running third in the Orange Cap race. At the same time, his team is also on top with 8 wins in 12 matches. Royal Challengers Bangalore has become a big contender for a place in the playoffs.
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