‘We will not let you come inside’ Virat Kohli gave a shocking statement regarding CSK fans, players spoke openly on the old rivalry

By Samira Vishwas On Apr 6, 2026

RCB vs CSK: Today there is going to be an exciting match between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK). Before the match, veteran player Virat Kohli has openly expressed his opinion on the old rivalry between his team and CSK. He told how the presence of supporters of the visiting team in the matches of Bengaluru makes the atmosphere exciting.

In an interview given on Geostar, Kohli emphasized on why the match between the two teams becomes the most fun match of IPL.

Yellow sea in Chennai, different atmosphere in Bengaluru

Virat Kohli said that playing against CSK in Bengaluru has always been the most difficult and exciting. He told, "In Chennai the entire stadium is seen painted yellow. It seems as if they are saying ‘we will not let you in’. CSK fans are seen everywhere there." On the other hand, in RCB home matches in Bengaluru, people also warmly welcome the visiting team, but CSK supporters travel in large numbers.

They buy tickets in advance and occupy a large part of the stadium. This creates a unique atmosphere of noise and bickering between the fans on both sides during the match.

Why is rivalry interesting?

According to Kohli, CSK fans come in large numbers and make the match even more competitive. RCB’s own supporters do not travel much, but those from Chennai are always ready. This creates a tense atmosphere in the stadium, which is most memorable for the players. Kohli said that the game also becomes very exciting and tough because of this. This rivalry has been going on for many years.

The matches between the two teams always take dramatic turns and are counted among the most awaited matches of IPL. This traveling culture of CSK fans has taken the match beyond just cricket and made it a big celebration. Seeing the yellow and red colors, slogans and enthusiasm in the stadium, it seems that not two but many battles are taking place on the field.