RCB vs DC - Virat Kohli Equals Ravindra Jadeja For Special IPL Record

Royal Challengers Bangalore’s captain Virat Kohli added another chapter to his storied IPL career during the showdown against Delhi Capitals at Arun Jaitley Stadium. In RCB’s comfortable six-wicket chase of 163, Kohli not only led the batting but also achieved a rare fielding milestone: he equaled Ravindra Jadeja’s IPL record of 24 run-outs affected by a fielder.

Kohli Equals Jadeja’s Run-Out Record

The landmark moment came in the 20th over when Kohli helped run out DC’s Vipraj Nigam, taking his career tally to 24 IPL run-outs, level with Jadeja’s all-time best.
Sharpened reflexes: This feat underlines Kohli’s prowess beyond batting—his anticipation and swift throws have made him one of the tournament’s most dangerous fielders.

The Top Five IPL Fielders by Run-Outs

| Fielder | Run-Outs Affected | | ------------------- | ----------------- | | Virat Kohli | 24 | | Ravindra Jadeja | 24 | | Suresh Raina | 15 | | Manish Pandey | 14 | | Dwayne Bravo | 14 |

RCB’s Commanding Rout of DC

Batting first, DC managed 162/8, despite KL Rahul’s 41 off 39 balls and Tristan Stubbs’ quickfire 34* off 18.
RCB’s bowlers held firm: Josh Hazlewood (2/36), Krunal Pandya (1/?) and Yash Dayal (1/?) kept the pressure on, while Bhuvneshwar Kumar shone for DC with 3/33.

Kohli and Pandya’s Match-Winning Stand

Virat Kohli anchored the chase with a composed 51, rotating strike and keeping the innings on track.
Krunal Pandya unleashed an unbeaten 73 off 53 balls, blending power and timing to tip the balance.
Tim David finished with 19* off 5, sealing the win in the 19th over and showcasing RCB’s batting depth.

Delhi Capitals’ Efforts

Axar Patel was the pick of DC’s bowlers, claiming 2/19, but RCB’s partnership proved unassailable.
Despite regular breakthroughs, DC couldn’t stem the chase once Kohli & Pandya combined.

The Impact of Kohli’s Record

Kohli’s joint-record run-out tally cements his status as a complete cricketer—capable of changing games with bat, leadership, and athletic fielding. His name now sits alongside Jadeja’s in IPL folklore, a testament to his longevity and all-round skill.

Conclusion

RCB’s victory over DC was marked by a special milestone: Virat Kohli equaling Ravindra Jadeja’s 24 IPL run-outs. As RCB fans celebrate on the field, Reddyanna users can join the excitement off it—with the Reddyanna Book, Reddyanna App and Lotus365 App offering the best odds and live markets to back your own record-breaking bets this IPL season. Enjoy the thrills, on and off the pitch!