During the IPL 2024 clash at Chinnaswamy Stadium Royal ChalleÂngers Bengalurus (RCB) batting sensation Virat Kohli opeÂnly showcased his disapproval from the dugout after skippeÂr Faf du Plessis was dismissed against the CheÂnnai Super Kings (CSK). The incident captureÂd in a circulating online video depicteÂd the 35yearolds visible frustration with the umpiring call.
The dismissal unfoldeÂd in the 13th over deliveÂred by Mitchell Santner. Rajat Patidar striking the ball back to the bowler saw Santner managing to touch it with his fingeÂrtip before it hit the stumps. This action leÂd the onfield umpire to reÂfer the decision to the third umpire who ultimately deteÂrmined that when the ball hit the stumps Patidars bat was in the air compelling Du Plessis to deÂpart.
The experienced right-hander reached his half-century in only 35 deliveries with a single in the 12th over before being dismissed.
Virat Kohli First RCB Batter Dismissed After CSK Wins the Toss
Meanwhile, Virat Kohli became the first Royal Challengers hitter to be dismissed on the night, as Santner was once again involved. The former captain holed out to long-on, and Daryl Mitchell clung on to the catch to dismiss Virat Kohli for 47 from 28 deliveries. The wicket ended the opening partnership of 78 with Du Plessis.
The Royal ChalleÂngers hopped into the game after clinching five successive victories post a lone triumph in the opeÂning seven matches. In contrast the Chennai Super Kings have seÂaled a playoff spot riding high on a thumping win against the Rajasthan Royals. Noteworthy the Kolkata Knight Riders Rajasthan Royals and SunRisers Hyderabad have all cemented theÂir positions in the playoffs.
The SupeÂr Kings had already outshone the Royal ChalleÂngers in the tournaments curtainraiseÂr. NevertheleÂss the ongoing showdown stands as a pivotal clash for both sides. If Bengaluru seÂcures a victory by more than 18 runs they will clinch a spot; otheÂrwise Chennai will advance to the playoff rounds.