Virat Kohli achieved a significant milestone, becoming the first cricketer to score 9,000 T20 runs for a single franchise, Royal Challengers Bengaluru. This feat was accomplished during the match against Lucknow Super Giants, combining his IPL and Champions League T20 performances. Kohli's consistent form this season sees him leading RCB's scoring charts with 548 runs.
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru created IPL history by winning all seven away matches in the 2025 season, propelled by Jitesh Sharma's unbeaten 85, securing a six-wicket victory against Lucknow Super Giants. RCB chased down a formidable 228, marking their highest successful chase and finishing second in the points table. This win sets up a Qualifier 1 clash with Punjab Kings.
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