Royal Challengers Bangalore part ways with Virat Kohli as captain

Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis to take over the reins

Kohli to continue as a player for the franchise

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have announced that Virat Kohli will step down as captain of the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise after the 2021 season.

Kohli, who has led RCB since 2013, has been a key figure in the team's success over the years. He has led RCB to three IPL finals, but the team has yet to win the title.

Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis will take over the captaincy from Kohli. Du Plessis has been a member of RCB since 2018 and has been a key member of the team's batting lineup.

Kohli will continue to play for RCB as a player. He is one of the most successful batsmen in the history of the IPL, and he will be looking to help RCB win their first IPL title in 2022.

Reasons for Kohli's decision

Kohli has not publicly stated his reasons for stepping down as captain of RCB, but there are a few possible explanations.

One possibility is that Kohli is feeling the pressure of captaincy. RCB has not won an IPL title under Kohli's leadership, and the team has been criticized for its inconsistent performances.

Another possibility is that Kohli wants to focus on his batting. Kohli is one of the best batsmen in the world, and he may feel that he can contribute more to RCB by focusing on his own batting.

Impact of Kohli's decision

Kohli's decision to step down as captain of RCB is a significant development. He is one of the most popular and successful players in the IPL, and his departure will be a big loss for RCB.

However, RCB have a strong squad and they will be looking to challenge for the IPL title in 2022. Du Plessis is a proven leader, and he will be looking to build on Kohli's legacy.