Mon Apr 07 13:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Virat Kohli Celebrates Young RCB Player’s Birthday with Sweet Gesture

**Bangalore, India** – Despite a recent loss to Gujarat Titans, the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are enjoying a strong IPL 2025 season, currently sitting third in the points table. The team spirit was on full display during the birthday celebration of young RCB player, Swastik Chikara.

Chikara, a 20-year-old cricketer purchased by RCB for a base price of ₹30 lakh, celebrated his birthday in the team dressing room. The highlight of the celebration was a heartwarming exchange between Chikara and RCB captain Virat Kohli. Chikara fed Kohli a piece of birthday cake, and in return, Kohli playfully reciprocated, resulting in a lighthearted moment where Chikara playfully nibbled Kohli’s finger.

Chikara’s journey to the RCB is remarkable. He hails from Ghaziabad and rose through the ranks in the UP T20 league, where he amassed 499 runs and an impressive 47 sixes, averaging around 50. Uniquely, Chikara was homeschooled throughout his life, focusing solely on cricket since the age of 4 under the guidance of his father.

This exceptional talent caught the attention of RCB, and now Chikara finds himself sharing a dressing room with cricketing legend Virat Kohli. While Kohli’s on-field performance wasn’t stellar in the recent match, his off-field gesture certainly underscored the positive team dynamic within RCB. Chikara expressed his wish to receive a couple of Kohli’s watches as a gift, highlighting the admiration he holds for his teammate. The future looks bright for this young cricketer, and his inspiring story is a testament to dedication and passion.

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