Kohli’s IPL playoff record becomes major talking point before Qualifier 1

 Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru have secured a playoff spot in IPL 2026, driven by Virat Kohli’s stellar performance. Despite his overall brilliance, Kohli’s knockout stage record presents a potential concern for RCB as they aim for back-to-back titles, facing Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1. Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru have secured a playoff spot in IPL 2026, driven by Virat Kohli’s stellar performance. Despite his overall brilliance, Kohli’s knockout stage record presents a potential concern for RCB as they aim for back-to-back titles, facing Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1.