Virat Kohli is currently experiencing a challenging phase in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, having recorded two consecutive ducks and failing to reach a half-century in his last four matches. Despite this, Kohli maintained his sense of humor, joking during a post-match team talk after Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured a thrilling last-ball victory over Mumbai Indians (MI). He humorously thanked head coach Andy Flower for the opportunity to participate in the game, highlighting his resilience. In the match, Bhuvneshwar Kumar was instrumental for RCB, taking 4 wickets for 23 runs, which helped restrict MI's batting lineup. Krunal Pandya also shone with the bat, scoring 73 runs off 46 balls, contributing significantly to RCB's win. Bhuvneshwar Kumar, at 36 years old, is leading the Purple Cap race with 21 wickets in 11 matches, showcasing his enduring talent and experience in the league.