Virat Kohli Names His All-Time Royal Challengers Bengaluru XI Ahead of IPL 2026

Ahead of IPL 2026, Virat Kohli selected his all-time Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) XI, featuring key players from the franchise's history. His lineup includes Chris Gayle and himself as openers, AB de Villiers at No. 3, KL Rahul and Rajat Patidar in the middle order, with Dinesh Karthik and Harshal Patel as finishers. The bowling attack comprises Anil Kumble, Yuzvendra Chahal, Dale Steyn, and Mitchell Starc. Kohli aims to help RCB defend their 2025 IPL title starting against Sunrisers Hyderabad.