India, May 31 -- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) star Virat Kohli spearheaded a modest run-chase of 156 as Rajat Patidar and co. stormed to their second consecutive IPL title on May 31, Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Along with Venkatesh Iyer, Kohli got the Royal Challengers off to a brilliant start as they leathered 70 in the powerplay. Kohli was particularly lethal against Kagiso Rabada, clobbering him for a couple of sixes and at least three boundaries.

Gujarat Titans pegged back in the powerplay

Having chosen to chase by Rajat Patidar, Shubman Gill and B Sai Sudharsan started decently to ensure a promising opening partnership for the Titans. However, Josh Hazlewood struck to remove Gill for 10, followed by Bhuvn...