"It Eats Me Up": Virat Kohli's Honest Confession After Record-Breaking Ton vs KKR
One moment it was quiet, the next thing you know – Kohli is smashing boundaries under floodlights in Raipur. Die-hard cricket lovers who follow each delivery through IPL 2026 have turned to Khelosports for sharp clips and honest breakdowns after the stumps. That wild game on Wednesday left mouths open, minds racing. Two failures behind him, Kohli stood tall with 105 not out from just sixty deliveries versus the Kolkata Knight Riders. A century like that usually brings fireworks, yet he stayed calm, almost still. Later, speaking without filters, he explained what really went through his mind instead of joy.
The fact that I didn’t get runs eats me up
Kohli stepped into the Shaheed Veer Naraman Singh International Stadium beneath heavy eyes. With just two balls faced before dismissal versus Lucknow Super Giants—then out on the first ball next match against Mumbai – he felt every stare grow sharper. After earning Player of the Match honors, he spoke to the broadcast team, voice low but clear, about how it weighed on him.
“The fact that I didn’t get many runs in the last two games… it eats me up in a way that I know I can play well and I’m hitting the ball well,” Kohli confessed.
He explained that while the technical aspect of his game felt intact, the inability to “create an impact for the team” was what truly bothered him. “It bothers you because that’s basically been the goal all these years… trying to improve so that you can be the best version for your team when you play out there,” he added.
Why the Party Wasn’t a Major Event
As the ball dropped into the gap at mid-wicket and Kohli crossed the line for his century, he didn’t erupt. Not even a shout. He lifted the bat just enough to let everyone know – then turned inward again, calm, already thinking ahead. The roar around him kept building, yet he stayed still, quiet in motion. A soft salute replaced what once would’ve been fire.
What mattered most, Kohli said, wasn’t the hundred but what it served. The number faded behind purpose.
“The celebration wasn’t a big one because we know the importance of the points right now. It is a conscious effort to contribute more to the team,” he said.
Chasing KKR’s 193 wasn’t guesswork for Kohli – RCB needed it to lead the IPL 2026 standings; mission completed with five deliveries left. Nerves showed up first; his words later confirmed it – “I just wanted to get off the mark.” After that initial hit, rhythm found him through a calm alliance with Devdutt Padikkal, who struck 39 from 27. Their timing stayed sharp, building slowly until the final overs rewrote the pace.
Pressure Is a Privilege – Kohli Reflects on Facing Failure
Out of the struggle came something stronger for Kohli. Not dwelling on failure, he saw rough patches as kindling for fire. His take hits home with anyone who’s stumbled mid-race. What looks like a decline might just be a buildup.
“There is a reason people say pressure is a privilege – it keeps you humble. Good pressure always helps you improve your game,” Kohli stated.
He argued that without the sting of failure, the highs wouldn’t feel as rewarding. “A couple of games that do not go your way, you feel a bit of nervousness, and that helps you. It takes a lot of effort, but it helps your game go up. Those failures are so important because that puts you in a position to get back,” he elaborated.
The pitch is his canvas. 🖼️
— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) May 13, 2026
The bat is his brush. 🖌️
The runs are his art. 🤌
1️⃣4️⃣K T20 runs for our 1️⃣8️⃣(𝐕)𝐊 𝐆𝐨𝐥𝐝. ✨❤️ pic.twitter.com/AzSRW8YQJo
Virat Kohli adds another iconic milestone to his legendary IPL journey 👑🏏
— Sportskeeda (@Sportskeeda) May 13, 2026
Most appearances in IPL history now belong to the King himself 🔥🐐
Season after season, era after era — Kohli continues to rewrite history in the biggest T20 league in the world ❤️✨#IPL2026… pic.twitter.com/tFkXMFV9GW
A Glimpse of the End: It's Going to Finish One Day
Now 37, Kohli feels time more than ever, knowing endings loom larger than beginnings. Reaching 14,000 T20 runs quicker than anyone – just 409 innings – and hitting ten centuries, a first among Indians, brought questions about what remains behind. He answered without grand claims, speaking like someone who has seen enough. Though milestones pile up, his words stayed close to the ground.
“I just love batting. Look, what an honor to be playing at this level… Because it’s gonna finish one day. And I want to make the most of every day I’m on the field,” he said.
Right now, the ‘King’ holds firm across the IPL landscape. A hundred and five runs – eleven boundaries, three massive hits – did more than quiet doubters; instead, it flashed danger to each team chasing glory. With RCB perched at number one, hunger stays sharp in Kohli, aware the fight for silverware has barely turned its corner.
IPL 2026 POINTS TABLE
| TEAM | P | W | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| RCB | 12 | 8 | 16 |
| GT | 12 | 8 | 16 |
| SRH | 12 | 7 | 14 |
| PBKS | 11 | 6 | 13 |
| CSK | 11 | 6 | 12 |
| RR | 11 | 6 | 12 |
| DC | 12 | 5 | 10 |
| KKR | 11 | 4 | 9 |
| MI (E) | 11 | 3 | 6 |
| LSG (E) | 11 | 3 | 6 |
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