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ipl 2026 [WATCH]: Virat Kohli’s priceless reaction when young Naman Tiwari asked for his blessings after RCB vs LSG match

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23rd match of ipl 2026 It was a night of intense action and heart-warming camaraderie at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Wednesday. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) But continued their dominance with a spectacular five-wicket win Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). The win was important not just for the points but also for the statement it made, as RCB topped the IPL points table with 8 points from five matches. Under Bengaluru lights, the home side chased down the modest target of 147 runs with 29 balls to spare, proving why they are currently the team to beat in this edition of the tournament.

Virat Kohli gave a humorous reaction when young Naman Tiwari touched his feet after the match

While the match was defined by intense competition, the post-game conversation provided the most talked-about moment of the evening. As the players gathered on the field for the traditional handshake and conversation, Virat Kohli Seen giving advice to a group of LSG youth including Mukul Chaudhary and talented Naman Tiwari.

In a clip that has taken social media by storm, Tiwary, who was acquired by LSG for ₹1 crore after a tough bidding process, tried to show his respect to Kohli by touching his feet. Kohli, known for his aggressive nature on the field but humble nature off the field, was taken by surprise. He reacted with a ridiculous mixture of shock and wide smile and immediately pulled Tiwari up before he could complete the gesture. The former India captain had a good laugh, jokingly scolding the youngster and sharing a light-hearted moment that showed the deep respect the next generation has for him.

Despite suffering from knee pain and the weather for several days, Kohli’s intensity remained unmatched. After starting the game as an impact substitute with his left knee heavily bandaged, he played a vital anchor role, scoring 49 runs from 34 balls. This innings took his run tally in the tournament to 228 runs at an impressive average of 57, ensuring that he retained a firm hold on the Orange Cap.

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Rasikh Salam’s 4-wicket masterclass leads RCB to spectacular win against LSG

While Kohli created fireworks while chasing the target, the foundation of RCB’s victory was laid by consistent bowling Rasikh Salaam Dar. The young fast bowler produced a career-best performance and demolished the LSG batting lineup with figures of 4/24. LSG struggled from the start, especially after captain Rishabh Pant He was forced to retire hurt due to an elbow injury early in the innings.

Salam used his variations and accurate yorkers very well, especially in the death overs. he calculated the dangerous Ayush Badoni (38) And cleared it along with the tail. Mukul Chaudhary And Avesh Khan. backed by experienced Bhuvneshwar Kumar (3/27) and Krunal Pandya (2/38), who reached the milestone of 100 IPL wickets during the match, helped RCB restrict LSG to a season-low total of 146.

In reply, RCB’s goal was excellent. After Kohli’s aggressive start, cameo Jitesh Sharma and captain Rajat Patidar It was ensured that there were no late interruptions. The win not only delighted the home crowd but also cemented RCB’s position as the frontrunners in the race for the IPL 2026 playoffs.

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