Virat Kohli produced a shocking display of batting on the Narendra Modi Stadium, smashing five consecutive boundaries off Kagiso Rabada to succeed in a special milestone in IPL 2026 on Thursday. In vintage form, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru star attacked from the outset, taking apart Rabada in only the second over and leaving fans and experts impressed.
With that sequence, Kohli became only the third RCB batter to hit five or more boundaries in a single over, joining Chris Gayle and Shane Watson in an exclusive list. The feat had previously been achieved only twice within the franchise’s history—Gayle in 2013 against Ishwar Pandey in Bengaluru, and Watson in 2016 against Thisara Perera.
Kohli’s effort in Ahmedabad now adds his name to that elite group, once more highlighting his class and talent to dominate top bowlers. The five boundaries reflected a big selection of shots, including powerful pulls, crisp drives, and precise late cuts, showcasing why Kohli stays probably the most dangerous batters in the sport.
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RCB batters who’ve hit five or more fours in a single over
- 5 – Chris Gayle off Ishwar Pandey (PWI), Bengaluru, 2013
- 5 – Shane Watson off Thisara Perera (RPS), Bengaluru, 2016
- 5 – Virat Kohli off Kagiso Rabada (GT), Ahmedabad, 2026
Rabada Hits Back After Early Onslaught
Kohli’s early assault brought 21 runs off Rabada’s first over, with the RCB star racing to twenty-eight off just 10 balls. A six off Mohammed Siraj helped him equal the joint-fastest start of his T20 profession by way of runs from his first 10 deliveries. Nonetheless, the momentum soon shifted.
Rabada responded strongly in his next over, delivering a pointy short ball that rushed Kohli right into a mistimed shot. The resulting top edge was safely taken by Rashid Khan at mid-wicket, ending Kohli’s innings at 28 off 13. This marked the fifth time Rabada has dismissed Kohli in T20 cricket, highlighting their competitive rivalry.
Despite the temporary knock, Kohli’s explosive start gave RCB early momentum and set the tone for the innings, showcasing his aggressive intent against a top-quality bowler like Rabada.
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