Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will strive for a stronger performance against Punjab Kings (PBKS) following their defeat in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 opener against defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK).
Virat Kohli has maintained his impressive record against PBKS bowlers, showcasing his prowess in the face of their challenges. Notably, Kohli has shown dominance against PBKS’ strike bowler Arshdeep Singh, as Arshdeep is yet to dismiss the batting icon in the IPL. Kohli has amassed 44 runs off just 23 balls against the talented pacer.
However, it’s worth mentioning that Arshdeep’s teammate, Harpreet Brar, has managed to outfox the former RCB skipper twice in the cash-rich league. Brar’s bowling has proven effective not only against Kohli but also against other key players like Maxwell, whom he has dismissed thrice in just 14 balls.
Furthermore, when facing former RCB star Harshal Patel, Kohli has managed to score 43 runs off 27 balls, with only one dismissal. This highlights Kohli’s ability to adapt and perform consistently against various bowlers, including those from the PBKS lineup.
Punjab Kings have entered the Royal Challengers Bangalore’s stronghold after defeating Delhi Capitals at their own home in their first match of the tournament.
Star player Jonny Bairstow boasts a strike rate of over 200 against bowlers such as Mohammed Siraj, Karn Sharma, and Maxwell. Punjab Kings’ fast bowler Kagiso Rabada has been a standout performer against Royal Challengers Bangalore’s batsmen, with successful dismissals of Du Plessis (twice), Kohli (thrice), Maxwell (twice), and Dinesh Karthik (thrice).
However, PBKS is determined to secure their 18th win over RCB on matchday 6 of the IPL 2024. As of now, RCB finds themselves in the ninth position in the IPL 2024 standings, while PBKS holds a commendable third position with two points.
This sets the stage for a thriller clash between the two teams, with both sides aiming to assert their dominance in the ongoing IPL season.
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