Virat Kohli on Wednesday said he was satisfied with his intensity and approach despite not being at full fitness as Royal Challengers Bengaluru registered a comfortable five-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants in an IPL match.
Kohli struck a 34-ball 49 to set up RCB’s chase of 146, which they completed in 15.1 overs. Kohli hit six fours and a six to take his tally to 228 runs in the tournament at an average of 57, claiming the Orange Cap.
The former India captain was seen training with his left knee heavily strapped ahead of the game at the Chinnaswamy Stadium.
Reflecting on the changing demands of T20 cricket, 37 year old Kohli said adaptability will be crucial as the tournament progresses.
In the match against LSG he debuted as an impact player owing to a niggle he suffered in the previous game against Mumbai Indians, a cautious move from the side to tread carefully with the veteran.
Kohli’s knock was crucial in giving RCB stability after losing Phil Salt and in avoiding a collapse against an LSG attack with little scoreboard pressure.