Urvil Patel's Explosive IPL Performance Captivates Virat Kohli
Urvil Patel's Stellar Innings Against Lucknow Super Giants
Urvil Patel delivered a remarkable batting display against the Lucknow Super Giants, catching the attention of Virat Kohli, who was seen watching the match from the dugout in Raipur. This moment was captured in a video that quickly gained traction on social media.
On May 9, during IPL 2026, Urvil Patel, a young batsman for Chennai Super Kings, showcased his explosive talent in a match against Lucknow Super Giants. His aggressive batting style stunned everyone as he hit six sixes in his first eight balls, dramatically changing the course of the game.
Patel reached his half-century in just 13 balls, equaling the record for the fastest fifty in IPL history. By the time he scored 65 runs off 23 balls, Chennai Super Kings had firmly taken control of the match. His thrilling performance was enjoyed not only by the fans at Chepauk but also by Virat Kohli.
Virat Kohli Watches Urvil's Innings from the Dugout
On May 10, Royal Challengers Bangalore was set to face Mumbai Indians at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium in Raipur. Before the match, Kohli was in the dugout when a replay of Urvil Patel's innings aired on the screen.
From Chennai to Raipur! 💛❤️
Even @imVkohli stopped for a moment to catch a glimpse of #UrvilPatel’s historic 65 👏#TATAIPL Revenge Week 2026 ➡️ #RCBvMI | LIVE NOW 👉https://t.co/y41wRLoDHD pic.twitter.com/3J2CfFkxbV
— Star Sports May 10, 2026
In the viral video circulating on social media, Kohli is seen drinking water while intently watching Urvil's powerful shots. The explosive batting display by Urvil even momentarily captured Kohli's attention, making the video a hit among fans.
Urvil Patel Makes History with a 13-Ball Fifty
From the moment he stepped onto the field in IPL 2026, Urvil Patel exhibited an aggressive approach. At one point, he had scored 42 runs off just 8 balls, leading many to believe he would complete his half-century in under 10 balls. Ultimately, he achieved his fifty in just 13 balls, making history. In this match, he faced 23 balls and scored 65 runs, including 8 sixes and 2 fours, matching the record for the fastest IPL fifty set by Yashasvi Jaiswal.
Special Dedication to His Father
After reaching his half-century, Urvil Patel pulled out a note from his pocket and showed it to the camera. The note read, “Dad, this is for you,” along with some heartfelt messages written in Gujarati.