India, March 16 -- Virat Kohli's all-time Royal Challengers Bengaluru XI was revealing not because of the star names in it, but because of the way he built it. In a franchise video, Kohli did not approach the exercise like a fan listing favourite players from memory. He approached it like someone still constructing a T20 side - starting with the obvious batting giants, then quickly shifting to overseas balance, bowling strength and role clarity.

That was the first thing that stood out. RCB's history has often been framed through batting firepower, but Kohli's selections showed he was just as alert to the other side of it. He wanted an attack that could hold shape, not just a line-up full of reputation.

"Okay, I would say Gayle and mysel...