Sun Apr 13 13:20:00 UTC 2025: ## RCB Thrash Rajasthan Royals in IPL Thriller; Salt and Kohli Star
**Jaipur, April 13, 2025** – Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) secured a commanding victory over Rajasthan Royals (RR) in a thrilling Indian Premier League (IPL) match today at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium. A sensational knock by Phillip Salt (65 runs off 33 balls, including 5 fours and 6 sixes) and a steady contribution from Virat Kohli (62 not out off 45 balls) powered RCB to a comfortable chase of 173 runs.
Salt’s explosive innings, with a strike rate of 196, dominated the early stages, dismantling the RR bowling attack. He and Kohli put on a formidable 92-run partnership for the first wicket in just 8.4 overs, effectively sealing the match for RCB. Even after Salt’s dismissal, Devdutt Padikkal’s unbeaten 40 provided crucial support to Kohli, ensuring a swift victory for Bangalore in just 17.3 overs.
This win propels RCB to third place in the IPL points table. The team’s recent successes, including wins against CSK, Mumbai Indians, and KKR on their home grounds, add to their impressive run in the tournament. The match also showcased the continued impressive batting form seen in the IPL, following Abhishek Sharma’s spectacular performance in a previous match.
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