New Delhi, March 20 -- Indian Premier League season 18 is all set to begin with the opening clash between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru on 22 March. With Virat Kohli continuing to play an important part at RCB, the franchise receives massive fan momentum despite not winning a single trophy so far.

Ahead of RCB's first match, former player of the franchise, Ab de Villiers has talked about the role of Virat Kohli and his likely opening partner Phil Salt in helping the franchise suceed in this season.

Speaking on JioStar Press Room, De Villiers said, "Virat seems to be enjoying his cricket. I don't think he's going to have to up his strike rate batting with Phil Salt,"

"Salt is one of the most a...