Tim David and Liam Livingstone Keep Swastik Chikara Away from Virat Kohli During RCB Photo Op
Swastik Chikara's Attempt to Join Kohli
Since joining the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Swastik Chikara has often been seen in the shadow of star player Virat Kohli. Recently, a video surfaced showing Tim David physically moving Swastik away from Kohli during a group photo session titled 'Class of 2025.' While Kohli was seated and focused on his phone, Swastik attempted to squeeze in next to him. However, Tim David, positioned right behind them, pulled Swastik away, and when he tried again, Liam Livingstone intervened similarly.
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Match Summary
In a thrilling match, Royal Challengers Bengaluru advanced to the IPL 2025 final with a commanding 8-wicket victory over Punjab Kings in Qualifier 1. Chasing a target of just 102 runs, RCB achieved the win in a mere 10 overs, finishing with 60 balls to spare.
Phil Salt emerged as the star performer, scoring an impressive 56 not out off 27 deliveries, boasting a strike rate of 207.40, which included 6 fours and 3 sixes. Contributions also came from Mayank Agarwal (19 off 13) and Rajat Patidar (15 not out off 8), while Virat Kohli added 12 runs to the total.
On the bowling side, Punjab Kings struggled, collapsing to 101 runs in just 14.1 overs. Marcus Stoinis was the top scorer for PBKS with 26 runs, while Azmatullah Omarzai managed 18, marking the only other significant score apart from the openers. Suyash Sharma shone with the ball, taking 3 wickets for 17 runs, supported by Josh Hazlewood (3/21) and Yash Dayal (2/26).
RCB's all-around performance, characterized by disciplined bowling and aggressive batting, left PBKS with little chance. Suyash Sharma was deservedly named the Player of the Match for his impactful bowling. RCB now looks forward to facing the winner of Qualifier 2, riding high on their momentum.