Even in triumph, Virat Kohli’s long-awaited IPL victory wasn’t free from scrutiny. During the intense final of IPL 2025, a curious moment caught everyone’s eye: Dinesh Karthik, RCB’s batting coach, giving Kohli an animated five-minute lecture during the strategic time-out—right before Kohli got out in the very next over.
What exactly happened in that timeout? Did the advice backfire? Former England captains Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain didn’t let Dinesh Karthik off the hook as they grilled him on the Sky Sports podcast, leaving DK fumbling for answers.
The Exchange That Sparked the Banter
Michael Atherton didn’t mince words:
“You spent a long time telling Virat Kohli what to do… and he got out the next over. What were you telling one of the greatest batters ever?”
Karthik, caught off guard, replied with humor and caution:
“This is probably the hardest question I’ve been asked… without getting scarred for life, I need to give the right answer.”
Nasser Hussain chimed in, adding fuel to the fire:
“I think it’s the first time ever that you don’t have an answer. You are silent.”
The clip has since gone viral, with fans both amused and intrigued by the light-hearted roasting.
The Bigger Picture: Kohli’s Crucial Knock
Despite the wicket, Kohli’s 43 off 35 balls was vital. On a tough pitch, his knock helped RCB post 190/9, which proved just enough to secure their maiden IPL title. Kohli’s emotions flowed freely—tears welled up even before victory was sealed, marking the end of his 18-year IPL title drought.
Not the First Kohli-Karthik Moment This Season
Earlier in the season, cameras caught another quirky moment—Kohli folding his hands and refusing a suggestion from DK during a match against Rajasthan Royals. Social media speculated that Karthik might have asked Kohli to bowl.
After RCB’s win, Karthik humbly said:
“If that man [Kohli] puts his mind to something… I am too small a person to even speak about him.”
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