April 24 became a day to remember for fans as Virat Kohli took to the field for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2025 match against Rajasthan Royals at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. The significance of the day was doubled as it also marked the 52nd birthday of Kohli’s childhood idol, Sachin Tendulkar.

For fans, witnessing Kohli play on Tendulkar's birthday was nothing short of a poetic moment, blending the legacy of the past with the brilliance of the present. Kohli, in his signature style, honored the occasion with another solid performance, nearly scoring his ninth IPL century, but settling for a well-played 70 off 42 balls.