How has Virat Kohli performed in IPL playoffs? Detailing RCB star's record in knockout matches
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Virat Kohli is among the best players the IPL has ever witnessed but his performances in the playoffs have been a topic of discussion at various points in time.
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Having scored over 9,000 IPL runs as well as contributing immensely towards regular playoff appearances of RCB, Kohli has not been able to make a mark in knockout games as he does in league games.
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Before the IPL 2026 Qualifier 1, Kohli will once again find himself as the batter for RCB in playoff games after a successful IPL season in which he has managed to cross 550 runs, including an unbeaten century against Kolkata Knight Riders.
In this article, The Sporting News takes a detailed look at Kohli’s record in IPL playoffs, including his runs, averages, biggest performances, and how he has fared under pressure over the years.
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How has Virat Kohli performed in IPL playoffs?
Kohli's first IPL knockout match came in 2009, when RCB took on Chennai Super Kings in the second semi-final. Chasing 147, he came in at No. 5 in the 13th over when 53 runs were still required for victory. Kohli scored an unbeaten 24 off 17 balls, taking his team over the line in the company of Ross Taylor.
By IPL 2026, Virat Kohli has participated in a total of 17 IPL playoff matches, all in RCB colours. In those matches, he scored nearly 400 runs, having an average of 26.4 and strike rate slightly more than 121. He made 2 fifties in those matches, and no centuries as of yet.
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Virat Kohli: Record in IPL knockout matchesMatchesRunsAverageStrike RateHigh Score1739626.4121.170*Virat Kohli: Overall IPL recordMatchesRunsAverageStrike RateHigh Score281921840.07134.39113*
Where to watch RCB vs GT: Live stream, TV channel
Here's how to watch the Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs. Gujarat Titans IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 game in India:
- TV channel: Star Sports Network channels
- Live stream: JioHotstar app and website
IPL 2026 matches are available for live TV broadcast across Star Sports Network channels in India. Fans can also watch the live stream on the JioHotstar app and website.
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What time does RCB vs GT match kick off?
The IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans will be played at Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) Stadium in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh.
The match will start at 7:30 p.m. IST on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.
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RCB vs GT: Betting odds
Royal Challengers Bengaluru are the favourites to win this IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 match at 1.76 on Dafa, while the odds for Gujarat Titans to win are 2.08.
* Odds are correct at time of publish but subject to change.
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