Former West Indies pacer Ian Bishop was on the receiving finish of some harsh criticism from followers after he praised Royal Challengers Bengaluru *(RCB) icon Virat Kohli for his sluggish knock vs Rajasthan Royals within the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Saturday. Kohli accomplished his half-century in 39 balls, whereas he reached triple figures in 67 balls. Kohli’s ton was the joint-slowest within the historical past of the IPL, alongside former RCB batter Manish Pandey.

“Bish says on air kohli completed his fifty in just 39 balls. You disappointed me @irbishi,” a fan wrote in a put up, tagging Bishop in the identical.

However, the cricketer-turned-commentator apologised to the followers for his alternative of phrases.

“I take an “L” on that one. I am very aware of what T20 batting entails, and my insertion of that word was inaccurate. My choice of words and language in keeping with the format of the game needs to be more accurate and it will be going forward. Apologies,” Bishop responded.

I take an “L” on that one. I’m very conscious of what T20 batting entails, and my insertion of that phrase was inaccurate. My alternative of phrases and language in step with the format of the sport must be extra correct and will probably be going ahead. Apologies.

— Ian Raphael Bishop (@irbishi) April 6, 2024

Kohli fought a lone battle for RCB, scoring an unbeaten 113 off 72 balls. Barring Faf du Plessis, no different batter breach the 10-run mark.

Kohli’s effort, nevertheless, was not sufficient as inaugural champions RR remained unbeaten within the season with 4 wins as they took prime spot within the 10-team desk, forward of second-placed Kolkata Knight Riders who’ve three wins in as many matches.

Jos Buttler hit an unbeaten 100 to trump Kohli’s sloppy century as RR chased the goal with 5 balls to spare.

Kohli, nevertheless, consolidated his place on the prime of this 12 months’s batting chart with 316 runs in 5 matches.

The 35-year-old continues to be awaiting his first IPL title with Bengaluru.

“I don’t want to be over-aggressive, want to keep the bowler guessing. They want me to go hard and get me out,” Kohli stated.

“It’s just experience and maturity. I play the conditions and have the game ready.”

(With AFP Inputs)