Unstoppable Kohli Snubs Karthik's Advice but Delivers in RCB Victory
Kohli silence-steadfast, disregards Karthik's plea; Karthik later expresses feeling insignificant, stating "I am merely too minute to warrant his attention..."
In the thick of it as ever, Virat Kohli showed his leadership skills even as a retired RCB captain. During last night's IPL 2025 match between RCB and the Rajasthan Royals, Kohli was in the field near the dugout, with head coach Andy Flower and batting coach Dinesh Karthik constantly giving earfuls. But when it came to a suggestion during one over, Kohli friend-zoned Karthik.
Kohli, stationed at long-on, was approached by Karthik and Flower, but the King Kohli waved them off with a shoulder shrug and a "nah, nah" gesture, indicating no interest in Karthik's idea. Fans suggest Karthik may have wanted Kohli to bowl an over, a notion the run-machine wasn't too keen on. The interaction ignited the internet with fans sharing their screenshots and reactions.
However, the advice went out the window as RCB claimed a resounding 11-run victory over the Royals. After the match, a gracious Karthik acknowledged Kohli's impeccable judgment.
Karthik Speaks Highly of Kohli
"Words fail me. Pure hunger. 18 years in the IPL - that's one thing. But consistent excellence for that long - that speaks volumes about the man. He is extremely determined," Karthik said in the dressing room.
"In the first three games in Bengaluru, he told me two things: (1) He could have thought a little better and (2) even the fans - the way he views them - he knows they turn up to watch him bat. So, you can see he feels that. And if that man sets his mind to something, he adapts and grasps situations exceptionally well," Karthik added.
With 392 runs already, five half-centuries under his belt, Kohli seems to be en route to racking up a third Orange Cap. The IPL 2025 top scorer is only 25 runs behind Gujarat Titans batter Sai Sudarshan's tally of 417 runs. And while Sudarshan has scored two centuries, Kohli has been consistently successful with scores of 59 not out, 31, 7, 67, 22, 62 not out, 1, 73 not out, and 70.
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Although Karthik's advice went unheeded, the dynamic between the two seems solid. As Kohli continues to tear through oppositions, the RCB faithful can breathe a sigh of relief with their star player at the helm.
- Despite dismissing Dinesh Karthik's suggestions on the field, Virat Kohli and Karthik maintain a solid dynamic, with Kohli displaying an impressive leadership style.
- During last night's IPL 2025 match between RCB and the Rajasthan Royals, Kohli, already with 392 runs and five half-centuries, showed his commitment to securing a third Orange Cap.
- As the match progressed and RCB claimed a resounding 11-run victory, fans online shared funny screenshots of Kohli's "nah, nah" gesture towards Karthik, adding a lighter mood to the intense competition.
- Following the game, Karthik acknowledges Kohli's exceptional skill and determination, stating, "He is extremely determined" and "If that man sets his mind to something, he adapts and grasps situations exceptionally well."
