May 22nd 2024.
In a recent statement, former owner of Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Vijay Mallya, expressed his satisfaction with his decision to bid for Virat Kohli during the first IPL auction. Mallya praised Kohli for his outstanding performance in the ongoing season, which has helped RCB make a remarkable comeback after a rough start.
Despite losing seven out of their first eight games, RCB bounced back with six consecutive victories, largely due to Kohli's brilliant form. With 708 runs in 14 innings, Kohli has been a major driving force for RCB's success. As they gear up to face Rajasthan Royals in the Eliminator, Mallya is confident in their chances to make it to the playoffs.
Reflecting on his decision to bid for Kohli and the RCB franchise, Mallya shared that his inner instinct told him it was the right choice. He believes that RCB has the best chance at winning the IPL Trophy this year, and he wishes them all the best for the future.
It's worth noting that Kohli was acquired by RCB in 2008 for USD 30,000, following his impressive performance at the U19 World Cup. Despite reaching the finals three times (2009, 2011, and 2016), RCB has yet to lift the trophy. Mallya remains hopeful that this year will be different, with Kohli leading the team to victory.
As Mallya continues to face legal troubles in India, he has been living in the United Kingdom since 2016. That same year, he had to let go of his ownership of RCB due to the ongoing legal proceedings against him. However, Mallya remains a loyal supporter of the team and has faith in their potential to bring home the IPL Trophy.
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