New Delhi, April 15 -- Virat Kohli, Royal Challengers Bengaluru star, continued his impressive form in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, scoring a quickfire 49 off 34 balls against Lucknow Super Giants. The knock helped him surpass rivals and claim the Orange Cap as the leading run-scorer after five matches.

Kohli walked in during the chase and played with his trademark class, smashing six boundaries and one six at a strike rate of 144.12. The 37-year-old was eventually dismissed by Avesh Khan, but his contribution boosted RCB's batting momentum. The match saw RCB secure a comfortable victory by , further strengthening their position in the points table.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru veteran Virat Kohli reclaimed the Orange Cap...