In the ongoing clash between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), Virat Kohli, known for his aggressive batting prowess, faced criticism from netizens following his sluggish innings.

Kohli’s Sluggish Innings

Virat Kohli’s recent performance in the RCB vs. SRH match has stirred up criticism, highlighting the scrutiny and pressure of high-profile cricketers like him. Opening the innings for RCB, Kohli’s 50 off 37 balls failed to meet expectations, especially in T20 cricket, where aggressive batting is often the norm. Despite favorable batting conditions, Kohli’s slow-paced approach raised eyebrows among fans and critics alike.

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Contrast with Rajat Patidar’s Innings

The stark contrast between Kohli’s innings and Rajat Patidar’s rapid fifty in just 19 balls highlighted the need for a more assertive approach in T20 cricket. Patidar’s explosive batting underscored the difference between proactive and passive play styles.

Kohli’s dismissed by SRH’s Jaydev Unadkat further intensified the criticism directed at him. His departure from the crease left RCB vulnerable and exposed to further scrutiny from fans and analysts. He scored 51 runs off 43 balls.

Kohli innings progression today
Powerplay: 32 off 18 (SR 177.78; 4 X 4s; 1 X 6s)
Middle overs: 19 off 25 (SR 76.00; No boundaries)

Fan Reaction on Social Media

On social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter), fans expressed their disappointment with Kohli’s innings, questioning his intent and contribution to the team’s performance. The contrast between Kohli’s innings and the aggressive batting of his teammates further fueled the backlash against him. Netizens took to Twitter to vent their frustration, labeling Kohli with derogatory terms like ‘Chokli’ and accusing him of prioritizing personal statistics over team success.

Check out Twitter reaction:-

Babar Azam from Pakistan after seeing Virat Kohli 51 (43) pic.twitter.com/mVLiptJtGR

— Dinda Academy (@academy_dinda) April 25, 2024

The sun of our world, the pot of gold at the end of our rainbow, the beast and inspirational orange Cap chaser King Kohli.

Today he blessed the academy with 51(43) knock 🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/LYtPD3WPUE

— TukTuk Academy (@TukTuk_Academy) April 25, 2024

Agree or not but this is the worst knock by kohli in his whole IPL career pic.twitter.com/c9ikxoMNAo

— Kevin (@imkevin149) April 25, 2024

If Kohli/RCB fans still defend this knock, then no point in arguing with them. You guys deserve to lose for more years. pic.twitter.com/QiWqQqrfee

— Div🦁 (@div_yumm) April 25, 2024

Virat Kohli and Rajat patidar reaching to their half centuries. #RCBvsSRH pic.twitter.com/8lfykrASRb

— Harshhh! (@Harsh_humour) April 25, 2024

Kohli if BCCI starts giving IPL trophy to orange cap winners. pic.twitter.com/iwqKTZM1BI

— TukTuk Academy (@TukTuk_Academy) April 25, 2024

Virat Kohli dismissed for 51 in 43 balls.

He is a curse on T20 format.

Every nationalist should protest if he gets selected for T20 WC this year.

#RCBvsSRH pic.twitter.com/3L9ZCG77Oz

— Dr Nimo Yadav Commentary (@niiravmodi) April 25, 2024

For those Whoever Trolling Virat Kohli For His Slow inning Today, Get Ready for World Cup🫡 pic.twitter.com/10sp47f9tl

— Pulkit🇮🇳 (@pulkit5Dx) April 25, 2024

Strike rate of 118 on Hyderabad Highway.

Virat Kohli is criminal in T20 cricket. pic.twitter.com/6eLhHa7vzW

— Ansh Shah (@asmemesss) April 25, 2024

Virat Kohli against Pat cummins
For money For country 💔 pic.twitter.com/gu1qnmPdxR

— N. (@Relax_Boisss) April 25, 2024

You Either Die A Hero or You Live Long Enough To See Yourself Become a Villain! Kohli strike rate debate is getting real. Unadkat could’ve taken one wicket fewer & Hyderabad would’ve been left chasing 160-170!#Chokli is still disrespectful!#RCBvsSRHpic.twitter.com/IiJIWOtJsX

— Pranav Pratap Singh (@PranavMatraaPPS) April 25, 2024

Ian Bishop said " Cummins came with a clear mindset to let kohli play for full 20 overs, overall he is playing good impact player role for all oppositions in this IPL "

This is brutal owning of Chokli 😭🔥 pic.twitter.com/gtoR3YfZGY

— 𝗔𝘆𝘂𝘀𝗵 🇮🇳 (@RofiedAyush) April 25, 2024