It is my dream to take Kohli’s wicket. Delhi’s young bowler Vipraj Nigam roared, will create panic in IPL again.
News India Live, Digital Desk: Amidst the excitement of IPL 2026, Delhi Capitals (DC) rising star Vipraj Nigam has created a stir in the cricket circles. This young leg spinner from Uttar Pradesh has recalled that memorable moment of the year 2025, when he attracted the attention of the whole world by dismissing ‘run machine’ Virat Kohli. Now once again before the match against RCB, Vipraj has made it clear that his aim is to take the prized wicket of King Kohli again. Vipraj had dominated in the debut season itself, made Kohli a victim. For 21-year-old Vipraj Nigam, the last season was no less than a fairy tale. As soon as he made his debut for Delhi Capitals, he trapped big giants in his web of spin. Vipraj said in a recent interview, “Taking the wicket of a great batsman like Virat Kohli was like a dream come true for me. That one wicket had taken my confidence to the seventh sky.” Let us tell you that after dismissing Kohli, Vipraj had become famous on social media overnight and now he is desperate to repeat that success. Coming from the experience of domestic cricket and India-A, Vipraj is known not only for bowling but also for his stormy batting in the lower order. He proved his usefulness by playing an inning of 39 runs in just 15 balls against Lucknow Super Giants. Vipraj believes that the experience of Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and playing for India-A is helping him to remain calm in the pressure moments of IPL. This bowler, who took 20 wickets in 11 matches for Lucknow Falcons in the UP T20 League, is now being considered as Delhi’s ‘trump card’. Delhi Capitals are looking for victory, the team has expectations from Vipraj. After two consecutive defeats in IPL 2026, the situation of Delhi Capitals is a bit critical, but the morale of Vipraj Nigam has not diminished. He said, “We are not disappointed by the defeat, the atmosphere in the team is very positive. We are learning from our mistakes and will make a strong comeback in the next matches.” Captain Rishabh Pant and the coaching staff are also expressing full confidence in Vipraj’s talent, especially on his ability to take wickets in the middle overs. Will Kohli’s wicket get stuck again? With their eyes fixed on the fans, cricket lovers are now eagerly waiting for the great match between Delhi and Bangalore. The competition will not only be between two teams, but also between a young spinner and the best batsman in the world. Vipraj has prepared his special strategy against Kohli. Now it will be interesting to see whether Vipraj will spin on Chinnaswamy’s ground or Kohli will avenge his previous defeat.
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