On Sunday, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) started their campaign on a positive note by beating five-time champions Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023. Dinesh Karthik, who played for Kolkata Knight Riders in the previous season, praised the intent of RCB batters after their win. Chasing a target of 172 runs, RCB got off to a great start with a 148-run stand for the opening wicket between Faf du Plessis and Virat Kohli off 14.5 overs. Karthik applauded the brilliant batting display of the two legends of the game, who came out with a lot of intent. He also appreciated RCB’s approach with the bat, stating that they dominated the powerplay and played well through the middle. This kind of win is sure to boost the morale of the dressing room, and RCB will look to maintain this momentum throughout the season. The form of Kohli and Faf will be crucial at the top of the order, and their performances could determine the fortunes of the franchise this season.
