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Xtra Time Web Desk: In the latest IPL showdown between the Mumbai Indians and the Royal Challengers Bangalore, only one team's luck appears to be on the upswing. Following consecutive victories, the Mumbai Indians have clawed their way up from the bottom of the points table. while the Royal Challengers Bangalore continue to face a string of setbacks.

Throughout the match, Kohli showcased his character by standing up for teammate Hardik Pandya amidst crowd jeers. Even after the match concluded, Kohli remained in the spotlight, captured on camera engaging with Nita Ambani and former MI skipper Rohit Sharma. Kohli's post-match interactions included a conversation with Mrs. Ambani, followed by a serious discussion with Rohit Sharma inside the dressing room, as the post-match presentation commenced, signalling the seriousness of RCB's situation.

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Despite a lineup brimming with star power, RCB has once again fallen short, with players like Glenn Maxwell, Faf du Plessis, and Mohammed Siraj struggling to find their rhythm.

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The clash against MI seemed like an opportunity for RCB to regain their winning momentum, especially considering MI's shaky start to the season with three consecutive losses. However, RCB's hopes were dashed as MI displayed a dominant performance, chasing down 197 runs in just 16 overs for a resounding victory. Amidst RCB's struggles, Virat Kohli emerges as a lone beacon of hope, leading the Orange Cap race with an impressive tally of 319 runs, including two half-centuries and a century. Despite criticism over his strike rate, Kohli's consistent performance hasn't been sufficient to lift RCB from their slump.