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Kohli, who had been away from the format for about 10 months, looked completely at ease as he struck five fours and five sixes to power RCB to victory at home.<\/p>\n<p>Former India teammate Manoj Tiwary heaped praise on Kohli\u2019s performance, highlighting how the pressure never truly disappears for the star batter each season. Speaking earlier, Tiwary said, \u201cThere will be at least a little bit of pressure because he hasn\u2019t played much.\u201d He added, \u201cBut he always comes with proof of why he is Virat Kohli. As long as he is at the crease, there is always belief in the dugout.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>RCB mindset ahead of next game<\/h2>\n<p>On Saturday, RCB wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma played down the significance of carrying the \u201cdefending champions\u201d tag, stressing that the squad is focused on the bigger prize\u2014winning the IPL 2026 title.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking at the pre-match press conference before RCB\u2019s upcoming meeting with Chennai Super Kings, Sharma referenced RCB director of cricket Mo Bobat, saying, \u201cFrankly speaking, it is irrelevant. As our director of cricket, Mo Bobat, said, we are not defending, we are chasing the title. This is a new season, we have to start one game again at a time, but with the confidence of what we have achieved.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Sharma also fielded questions about the Impact Player rule, offering a positive take on it. He said, \u201cIf you ask me personally, I think it\u2019s a good thing. Our Indian players are getting one more chance, so why not? Someone who is on the bench is getting an opportunity, so I am happy for that.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>Perfect start to IPL 2026<\/h2>\n<p>RCB have begun their IPL 2026 campaign on a strong note, wrapping up the tournament opener with a comprehensive six-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad. 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