[Watch] Virat Kohli Gets Charged Up After Pathirana's 'Head-Shot'; Destroys CSK Seamer

Kohli's look to Pathirana after destroying his short-ball ploy [Source: @kuchnahi1269083/X]

Legendary Indian batter Virat Kohli had a slow start to his innings against CSK in the ongoing IPL 2025 encounter at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Although Kohli took a bit of time to get his eyes in, he went berserk against Matheesha Pathirana, hitting him for consecutive boundaries. 

Virat Kohli's Revenge On Matheesha Pathirana

The incident occurred during the eleventh over of RCB's innings when CSK were searching for their third wicket in the match. Matheesha Pathirana aggressively bowled a bouncer to Virat Kohli, hitting him on his helmet. 

Although the fast bowler immediately went near Kohli and checked his situation, the Indian batter was pumped up as he smoked the next ball into the stands for a six. The maximum helped Kohli get some momentum as he was struggling for form in the game. 

The very next delivery was dispatched into the fence for a boundary. Thus, Kohli accomplished his revenge, helping RCB collect 16 runs off Pathirana's over. 

Noor Ahmad Dismisses Kohli At A Crucial Juncture

However, Kohli couldn't convert his start into a significant score, as Noor Ahmad got his prized scalp for 31 runs off 30 deliveries. As Kohli attempted an attacking shot, Rachin Ravindra took a simple catch to send him packing. 

After his departure, Liam Livingstone joined Rajat Patidar in the middle. As of writing, RCB were 119 for three, with Patidar and Livingstone batting on 27* and 1*, respectively. 

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