The Iconic Partnership Of 229 Runs (Source: @IPL_Mantra/x.com)
Despite not winning a single IPL trophy, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s legacy is tough to match. Since the inaugural edition of the Indian Premier League, the team has scripted some unreal milestones, and the fans were left stunned.
Among all the brilliant performances, the unreal 229 runs partnership between Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers against the Gujarat Lions in IPL 2016 will always remain the most iconic one. Their stunning display of power and chemistry on the field remains unmatched in IPL history.
Kohli-ABD Duo Redefine Domination With Unreal Partnership
Over the years, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru have proved their excellence on the big stage. But the clash against the Gujarat Lions in the IPL 2016 is the front-runner among all. Known for one of the destructive batting lineups, the RCB batters proved their worth again on the big stage. The cricket world witnessed an unreal partnership of 229 runs on the big stage.
In IPL 2016, the Gujarat Lions faced off against Royal Challengers Bangalore at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, where the stage was set for one of the most iconic partnerships in IPL history. Coming to open the innings with Virat Kohli, Chris Gayle departed scoring only 6 runs, and AB de Villiers joined Kohli, and the rest is history now.
Virat Kohli started dominating bowlers with his brilliance, and soon, ABD joined the show. In front of the duo’s brilliance, the Gujarat Lions bowlers struggled to find the momentum. Along with continuous big hits, effective strike rotation paved the way for the impactful partnership.
ABD crafted a half-century in just 25 deliveries and soon turned it into a thrilling century in just 43 balls. But the ‘Kohli Show’ was yet to take place. In the 18th and 19th overs, Kohli unleashed a flurry of jaw-dropping shots, and in the final over, he sealed his century in style with back-to-back sixes, reaching the milestone in just 53 balls.
After Virat Kohli walked away scoring 109 runs with a strike rate of 198.18, AB de Villiers remained unbeaten, scoring 129 runs in just 52 deliveries with a whopping strike rate of 248.07. Together, they forged an unreal 229-run partnership, etching their names in IPL history with the highest-ever stand in the tournament’s history.
Double Delight With A Commendable Victory
After putting on a giant total of 248 runs, they already took charge of the match and later on showcased their domination in the second innings. While chasing down the total, the Gujarat Lions batters struggled as their batting lineup crumbled under pressure.
Chris Jordan was the star with a brilliant 4-wicket haul, while Yuzvendra Chahal chipped in with 3 key wickets. Their ruthless bowling attack bowled the Lions out for just 104, securing a dominant 144-run victory.
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