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Kohli Praises RCB's "Bloody Well Done" Win, Warns Against Collapses

Virat Kohli addressed the Royal Challengers Bengaluru dressing room following their victory over Lucknow Super Giants, commending the team's clinical and aggressive performance. He highlighted the conscious effort to counter-attack after an early wicket and the effective transfer of momentum between batsmen as key successes. However, Kohli also expressed a personal desire to see fewer wickets fall, explicitly stating he does not like seeing collapses. He concluded by praising the team's professionalism and looking ahead to their next match.

Key Points: Kohli's Dressing Room Speech After RCB's IPL 2026 Win

  • Kohli praises team's professional win
  • Highlights aggressive, counter-attacking template
  • Notes seamless handover of momentum between batters
  • Points out concern over middle-order collapse
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IPL 2026: 'I don't like seeing collapses, but bloody well done,' says Kohli in dressing room speech after RCB's win

Virat Kohli lauds RCB's aggressive approach after victory over LSG but highlights concern over middle-order collapses in his dressing room address.

"I don't like seeing collapses, but bloody well done. - Virat Kohli"

New Delhi, April 16

Royal Challengers Bengaluru veteran Virat Kohli praised the team's clinical and aggressive approach following their win over Lucknow Super Giants, and also highlighted areas for improvement, noting that he doesn't 'like seeing collapses.'

Addressing the side in the dressing room after the victory on Wednesday, Kohli underlined how RCB made a conscious effort to stay ahead of the game despite an early setback, referring to the dismissal of opener Phil Salt.

"Guys, another good win for us, I won't keep it long at all. I think we were quite professional with the back, conscious effort to try and take the game away from the opposition early on. After we lost Salty, the idea was to press back counter-attack and not give them a sniff in the game and we ended up doing that," Kohli said in a video shared by the franchise on Wednesday.

Kohli reflected on RCB's broader batting template this season, one built on counter-attacking cricket rather than consolidation, even in pressure phases. He specifically pointed to the seamless transfer of momentum between batters, a defining feature of their campaign.

"Again, the handover of momentum from one guy to the other is something that's working really nicely for us. When Rajat came in, of course, he recovered again and played some amazing shots. In small periods of pressure, we chose the right shots, put the pressure right back on the opposition and we just stay ahead of the game at all times," he said.

Skipper Rajat Patidar's positive intent ensured that RCB did not allow LSG to regain control at any stage. Despite the comfortable win, the former RCB skipper also pointed out areas for improvement, particularly the middle-order collapse that briefly interrupted the chase.

"From a personal perspective and also from a batting group perspective, I think I would have liked to see us finish with two or three down. I don't like seeing collapses, but bloody well done and good to see Sheppy (Romario Shepherd) finally get some time with the back and finish the game off. KP (Krunal Pandya) is the only one left now, so everyone gets some game time and then we'll probably see a celebration next time. Well done, very professional, we'll keep moving ahead," Kohli said.

- IANS

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Sarah B
As a neutral fan, it's refreshing to see RCB playing with such clarity. Patidar's captaincy seems to be working well, and having Kohli's experience in the dressing room is priceless. The middle-order wobble is a concern though.
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Priyanka N
Finally, a season where RCB's batting isn't just about one or two players! The "handover of momentum" Kohli mentioned is key. But he's right, these collapses need to stop if they want to lift the trophy. Ee saala cup namde? 🤞
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Rahul R
Respectful criticism from a legend. He praises the win but immediately points out the collapse. That's the standard we need. No sugarcoating. The team will only improve with this kind of honest feedback.
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Aman W
The best part is seeing the team environment. Kohli supporting Patidar, cheering for Shepherd to get time at the crease... it's a happy, united dressing room. That chemistry wins you close matches.
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Michael C
Clinical is the right word. They identified the weak phase (after Salt's wicket) and attacked instead of going into a shell. That's modern T20 cricket. Other teams should take note of RCB's template this year.

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