Kohli comments on pressure ahead of RCB's title defense
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 6:49 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026

Virat Kohli shared his thoughts on the pressure he felt heading into this summer's IPL final, stating he did not experience the same pressure as the previous year. The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) players reacted positively after their match against Gujarat Titans (GT) in the final. The context of Kohli's comments reflects the team's efforts to retain their title. The current season has seen RCB aiming to repeat their success despite previous challenges in the tournament.
- •Kohli discusses pressure before IPL final
- •RCB players reacted positively post-match
- •RCB seeks to defend title against GT
- •Kohli's perspective highlights team mindset
- •Final scheduled for this summer in IPL
- 6:49 PMESPNcricinfo — Kohli: 'Didn't feel like the same pressure as last year'
"How the RCB players reacted after they beat GT in the final to defend their title
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