Mullanpur, May 29 -- Star Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batter Virat Kohli will be taking to the field at Mullanpur against Punjab Kings (PBKS) for perhaps one of his most important franchise cricket matches in recent years, a Qualifier one clash that could earn his team a direct spot in the final.

Virat, who despite all his batting records and accomplishments has not been able to secure an IPL title in his entire career, will be aiming to score big against a familiar opponent at Mullanpur on Thursday in a bid to take his team one step closer towards the trophy.

Normally, at the international level, Virat has earned a reputation as a clutch performer for his incredible performances in the ICC T20 World Cup, ICC Cricket World Cup and...