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Virat Kohli has once again proven his T20 prowess in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Leading the batting charge for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Kohli has emerged as a top contender for the Orange Cap with over 700 runs in 14 games, making him the first batter to cross the 700-run mark this season. Kohli’s impressive run has played a crucial role in RCB’s six consecutive wins, propelling them into the playoffs. His recent performance has caught the attention of legendary Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden, who believes Kohli could surpass his record for most runs in a single IPL season, which Kohli himself set in 2016 with 973 runs.

Virat Kohli has admitted that Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s turnaround in the second half of the IPL 2024 was God’s plan. After losing seven out of their first eight matches, RCB won six consecutive matches to secure a playoff spot. Kohli has been at the heart of RCB’s resurgence, scoring consistently well and leading the Orange Cap race with 708 runs in 14 matches. Despite facing criticism in the first few matches regarding his strike rate, Kohli has bounced back strongly, showcasing his ability to attack the spinners in the middle overs. Kohli was delighted after his team qualified for the playoffs, saying that God had a plan for them and that they were rewarded for their hard work. However, he stated that they are now focused on the next round, where they will face the third-placed side from the league stage.

The top 10 of the IPL 2024 Orange Cap list remained unchanged after the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) defeated the Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Saturday. KKR openers Phil Salt and Sunil Narine, the only two players in the top 10 who played in the match, had a poor day at the office. Salt was dismissed after hitting a six, while Narine was dismissed for a golden duck by Purple Cap holder Jasprit Bumrah. Gujarat Titans openers Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan made significant gains in the Orange Cap list in the last match. Sudharsan smashed his maiden IPL century and moved up to fourth place, while Gill re-entered the top 10 at number 10. CSK skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad failed to close the gap with current Orange Cap leader Virat Kohli, who remains on top with 634 runs in 12 matches.

Gujarat Titans openers Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan registered impressive centuries to ascend the IPL 2024 Orange Cap leaderboard. Sudharsan rose to fourth position with his maiden IPL hundred, while Gill re-entered the Top 10. Virat Kohli maintained his lead, while Ruturaj Gaikwad remained in second place despite failing to close the gap. Travis Head held onto third spot, and Sanju Samson and Sunil Narine rounded out the top five.

Virat Kohli showcased his class with an astounding 92-run knock off just 47 deliveries, silencing critics who questioned his strike rate. His blistering performance propelled Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) to a commanding victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the IPL 2024. The Indian legend’s innings was studded with seven fours and six maximums, highlighting his aggressive intent. Kohli’s knock helped RCB post an imposing 241/7 in 20 overs, which ultimately led to a 60-run win. His exceptional form has propelled him to the top of the Orange Cap race, further bolstering India’s hopes for the upcoming T20 World Cup.

Virat Kohli’s sensational 92 off 47 balls guided Royal Challengers Bangalore to a 60-run victory over Punjab Kings, keeping RCB’s playoff hopes alive in the Indian Premier League 2024 season. Kohli’s innings, which included seven fours and six sixes, powered RCB to a formidable total of 241-7. In response, PBKS were dismissed for 181 in 17 overs, crashing out of the playoff race. Kohli was named Player of the Match for his match-winning knock.

Sunrisers Hyderabad’s Travis Head became the third batter to surpass the 500-run mark in IPL 2024, smashing an unbeaten 89 against Lucknow Super Giants. The explosive knock helped SRH chase down LSG’s target of 166 with ease, moving the team to third in the standings. Head now has 533 runs in 11 matches, trailing Ruturaj Gaikwad and Virat Kohli by a narrow margin. Rajasthan Royals’ Sanju Samson has climbed to fourth, while KKR’s Sunil Narine and LSG’s KL Rahul complete the top five. Ayush Badoni and Nicholas Pooran contributed crucial half-centuries for LSG, but Head and Sharma’s blistering partnership in the Power Play proved decisive for SRH.

Despite Virat Kohli’s impressive run-scoring form, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has struggled in IPL 2024, winning only one out of eight matches. While Kohli holds the Orange Cap, the team’s performance raises questions about the true measure of his contribution in the modern T20 landscape. In today’s game, impactful knocks at a high strike rate are crucial for match-winning performances, something Kohli may need to adapt to.

Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson has reclaimed his place in the top five of the IPL 2024 Orange Cap race after guiding his team to a nine-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians. Samson’s unbeaten knock of 38 runs moved him past MI’s Rohit Sharma into fourth position. Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Virat Kohli still leads the race with 379 runs, followed by Travis Head with 324 runs.

In the ongoing edition of IPL 2024, Virat Kohli maintains his lead as the Orange Cap holder with 379 runs, while Jasprit Bumrah of Mumbai Indians secures the Purple Cap with 13 wickets. Travis Head, Riyan Parag, and Sanju Samson follow Kohli in the top run scorers’ list, and Yuzvendra Chahal and Harshal Patel trail Bumrah in the wicket-takers’ rankings. The Orange and Purple Caps are awarded to the top run-scorer and wicket-taker in each match, but the overall winners are determined at the end of the season.