The Chennai Super Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru clash has always been a fan-favorite, featuring the epic showdown between two cricket legends—Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni. However, the match also delivers intense moments, like the recent face-off between Kohli and CSK pacer Khaleel Ahmed. Khaleel challenged Kohli with his fiery bowling, creating a thrilling on-field battle.
Stare-down contest between Khaleel and Kohli
Khaleel Ahmed celebrated an LBW appeal against Virat Kohli, convinced he had dismissed the star batter. However, the umpire disagreed, and CSK opted for a review, only to lose it as Kohli was given not out. Frustrated but determined, Khaleel followed up with a sharp bouncer, which Kohli attempted to pull but failed to connect. This led to an intense stare-down between the two, adding more drama to the contest.
No khaleel no bro
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— Naeem (@1eight_18) March 28, 2025
Virat Kohli vs Khaleel Ahmed stats in IPL
Khaleel has dimissed Kohli only once in the IPL history in 2019. Kohli has punished him for 34 off 20 balls at a strike rate of 170.0.
| Year | Runs | Balls | Outs | Dots | 4s | 6s | SR | Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 11 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 275.0 | 11.0 |
| 2022 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 100.0 | – |
| 2023 | 10 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 125.0 | – |
| 2024 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 350.0 | – |
| Total | 34 | 20 | 1 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 170.0 | 34.0 |
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