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During the IPL 2025 match between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, an intense moment unfolded when RCB’s Virat Kohli and CSK’s Khaleel Ahmed engaged in a fierce stare-down contest.
Khaleel Ahmed and Virat Kohli involve in stare-down contest
This incident, which took place in the third over of RCB’s innings, has since gone viral, captivating cricket fans across the globe.
The match, held on Friday (March 28), was crucial for both teams, each coming off victories in their previous matches. CSK’s captain Ruturaj Gaikwad won the toss and opted to bowl first, a decision that would later prove pivotal as RCB set a formidable target. Kohli opened the innings but struggled to find his rhythm against Khaleel Ahmed’s bowling. The left-arm pacer tested Kohli with a series of deliveries that kept him on edge.
The moment of confrontation arose when Khaleel bowled a short ball angled outside off stump. Kohli attempted to play a pull shot but was beaten by the extra bounce, resulting in a top-edge that flew over his head. Frustrated by the delivery and the challenge posed by Khaleel, Kohli shot back with a fierce glare—what many have dubbed a “death stare.”
No respect for Kimg Kohli😭😭
Khaleel cooking hard🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/RNvwKczeNJ
— Rohan💫 (@rohann__45) March 28, 2025
This exchange not only highlighted the competitive spirit of both players but also underscored the high stakes of the match.
Here’s the video:
Even Khaleel is showing eyes to Kohli…..
May be he is looking to end his career …👀#Girlshostel #RCBvsCSK #earthquake #dhoni #kohli#ChepaukStadium #SikandarEid2025 #Raid2 #GroundZero #sreeleelahot pic.twitter.com/j2CUte9QRq— Phenta laga 🪔 हैं (@gajendra87pal) March 28, 2025
No khaleel no bro😑 pic.twitter.com/krvrVH1FU5
— Naeem (@1eight_18) March 28, 2025
Kohli’s innings was marked by caution as he faced multiple challenges from CSK’s bowlers. Despite his efforts, he could only manage to score 31 runs before being dismissed by Noor Ahmad, who capitalized on Kohli’s momentary lapse in concentration. The intensity of the match was palpable, with both teams vying for supremacy and every run being fiercely contested.
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RCB breach Chepauk fortress
RCB ultimately posted a total of 196/7, bolstered by an explosive performance from Phil Salt and captain Rajat Patidar. Salt’s aggressive knock of 32 runs off just 16 balls set the tone for RCB’s innings, while Patidar’s half-century further solidified their position. In response, CSK faltered under pressure and managed only 146/8, marking their biggest loss at Chepauk against any team in IPL history.
The match concluded with RCB securing a historic 50-run victory—an achievement that ended their 17-year wait for a win at this venue against CSK. This victory not only boosted RCB’s morale but also placed them at the top of the points table early in the tournament.
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