Virat Kohli Shines as RCB Defeats KKR; Jacob Bethell's Bizarre Dismissal Steals Attention
Jacob Bethell drops more than his wicket as gold chain sparks bizarre scenes in RCB-KKR clash
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In a thrilling IPL match on May 13, Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten 105, leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru to victory over Kolkata Knight Riders. Jacob Bethell's unusual dismissal, where he dropped his gold chain unnoticed, added a bizarre twist to the game. Kohli's performance marked his ninth IPL century, reinforcing his status as a top player.
- 01Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten 105, earning the Player of the Match award.
- 02Jacob Bethell scored 15 runs before a bizarre caught-and-bowled dismissal.
- 03Bethell dropped his gold chain during his dismissal, which was later returned by Devdutt Padikkal.
- 04Kartik Tyagi from KKR took 3 wickets for 32 runs.
- 05RCB's victory keeps them in contention for the IPL title after a shaky start.
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In a crucial IPL match on May 13, Virat Kohli (Royal Challengers Bengaluru) showcased his batting prowess with an unbeaten 105 runs off 60 balls, guiding his team to victory against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium. Kohli's performance not only earned him the Player of the Match award but also marked his ninth IPL century, solidifying his reputation as a premier finisher in cricket. Meanwhile, young English player Jacob Bethell had a memorable yet bizarre outing. He scored 15 runs before being dismissed in an unusual fashion; after attempting a pull shot, he dropped his gold chain without realizing it. The chain was later retrieved by teammate Devdutt Padikkal and returned to him. Bethell, who was acquired by RCB for ₹2.60 crore ahead of the 2025 IPL season, has struggled for consistent playing time and runs, having scored only 85 runs in six matches. His performance is under scrutiny as he aims to fill the gap left by injured player Phil Salt. As the IPL season progresses, Bethell hopes to learn from Kohli and improve his game ahead of crucial matches and an international campaign with the England cricket team.
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Kohli's performance boosts RCB's chances in the IPL, while Bethell's development is crucial for the team's future.
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