India, March 23 -- What was supposed to be the beginning of KKR's stylish title defence, 'Loot Poot Gya' thanks to Salt-Kohli show that left the knights reeling on the ropes.

RCB made 177 for 3 in 16.2 overs, winning by seven wickets and 22 balls to spare, after KKR had finished with a below-par score of 174 for 8, being put into bat by RCB.

Earlier in the night Rinku Singh had matched the steps with SRK to the song 'Loot Poot Gya', knowing little that it was going to be their fate before the night was over.

While Salt made most of his knowledge of the ground, having played for KKR last season, Virat carried the Champions Trophy form to the delight of the partisan crowd at Eden Gardens.

The chanting of Virat-Virat grew with every deli...