IPL 2024: The 2024 edition of the Indian Premier League kicked off with an exhilarating clash at Chennai’s MA Chidambaram Stadium, where the defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) secured a thrilling six-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Friday.
CSK successfully chased down RCB’s target of 173 runs with eight balls to spare, setting the tone for an exciting season opener.
IPL 2024 RCB vs CSK: Virat Kohli’s aggressive send-off to Ravindra
During the intense match, a notable moment featuring former RCB captain Virat Kohli circulated widely on social media. Kohli’s animated reaction, caught on camera, sparked controversy as he seemed to deliver a spirited send-off to IPL debutant Rachin Ravindra, who opened for CSK.
People reacted to the video and commented on the gesture.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s spinner Karn Sharma delivered a length ball, prompting Ravindra to attempt a powerful six. However, he failed to make proper contact, leading to his catch by Rajat Patidar positioned in the deep backward square leg area. This dismissal proved pivotal for the Faf du Plessis-led team, considering Ravindra’s explosive form, having scored 37 runs off only 15 balls.
After the dismissal, Kohli was observed displaying aggressive behavior, seemingly directing abusive language towards Ravindra.
CSK’s triumph not only marked a promising start to their title defense but also extended their impressive winning streak against RCB at the Chepauk stadium. This victory marked CSK’s eighth consecutive win over RCB at the venue, underscoring their dominance in head-to-head encounters.
While CSK celebrated their victory, Kohli’s return to competitive cricket presented challenges as he managed a modest 21 runs off 20 balls in his first competitive appearance in over two months.