AFP
Skipper Virat Kohli became the first batsman in the Indian Premier League to cross 6,000 runs as his Royal Challengers Bangalore extended their unbeaten run to four this season on Thursday.
DevduttPadikkal, who hit 101 – his maiden IPL ton, and Kohli, who made 72, stood undefeated as Bangalore thrashed Rajasthan Royals by 10 wickets in Mumbai to reclaim top spot in the eight-team table of the Twenty20 tournament.
Bangalore chased down their target of 178 with 3.3 overs to spare.
Kohli warned his fans not to get “over-excited” as Bangalore search for their maiden IPL title.
The left-handed Padikkal raised his hundred in just 51 balls as he hit 11 fours and six sixes.
Kohli witnessed the 20-year-old’s innings from the other end and praised the youngster for a stellar show.
“It was an outstanding innings. He did pick the right areas to hit and once he got going it was almost impossible to stop him,” said Kohli.
“Great talent, great one to watch out for in the future. I had the best seat in the house and thoroughly enjoyed his innings.”
