Phil Salt experienced a whirlwind 48 hours, contributing to Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL victory and becoming a father. Despite not scoring big in the final, his earlier impact and a crucial catch helped RCB secure the win against Punjab Kings. Virat Kohli celebrated Salt's dual success, highlighting his commitment to both cricket and family as he embraced fatherhood.
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