Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar expressed disappointment over Gujarat Titans’ decision to drop Virat Kohli early in the match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), leading to RCB’s victory. Kohli, who was dropped on zero in the first over, went on to score a crucial 81 runs off 44 balls, steering RCB to a five-wicket win. Gavaskar emphasized that the missed catch of Kohli by Washington Sundar off Mohammed Siraj’s bowling proved costly for Gujarat Titans.
Gavaskar praised Kohli’s expertise in run chases, highlighting his ability to handle pressure situations effectively. He mentioned Kohli’s milestone achievements in the match, becoming the first player to hit 800 fours in IPL history and the third to reach 300 sixes. Additionally, Gavaskar commended Devdutt Padikkal for his aggressive batting approach, contributing significantly to RCB’s success in maintaining a strong position throughout the game.
The cricket legend pointed out Padikkal’s improved performance, noting his ability to score on both sides of the pitch and hit boundaries with ease. Gavaskar highlighted Padikkal’s role in enhancing RCB’s batting depth, along with captain Rajat Patidar, who adds power-hitting capabilities to the team’s lineup. With Kohli and Padikkal’s impactful contributions, RCB showcased a dominant performance against Gujarat Titans in a high-scoring encounter.
