Virat Kohli and Ishant Sharma were seen in an intense conversation following the controversial dismissal of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Rajat Patidar during their IPL 2026 clash against Gujarat Titans (GT) on April 30, 2026. Kohli was visibly fuming after the ruling, seen gesturing animatedly towards the dugout and the on-field officials. Ishant Sharma, a veteran for Gujarat Titans and a close friend of Kohli, was caught on camera approaching him during a break in play.

While the two share a famous "friendly" banter history, this interaction was notably more serious, reflecting the high stakes of the game. Reports indicate the entire RCB camp, including head coach Andy Flower, was in agreement with Kohli’s frustration over the umpiring call. Kohli’s reaction was largely seen as a senior statesman protecting his young captain, Patidar, who has been a standout performer with an average of nearly 40 this season.

Jason Holder dismisses Rajat Patidar in controversial wicket

During the IPL 2026 match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Gujarat Titans (GT) on 30 April 2026, Rajat Patidar was dismissed in a highly controversial manner after a diving catch by Jason Holder. The incident took place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. RCB, batting first after losing the toss, were struggling at the time of the dismissal. The drama unfolded in the middle overs when Patidar, leading RCB as captain, attempted a pull shot off bowler Arshad Khan. Patidar top-edged the ball toward deep square leg. Jason Holder sprinted to his right and performed a low, diving catch. Virat Kohli and the RCB camp immediately contested the catch, believing the ball had touched the grass as Holder slid.

After several television replays that remained inconclusive, the third umpire ruled the catch as clean, leading to Patidar's dismissal for 19 runs off 15 balls. Virat Kohli was seen having a heated exchange with the fourth umpire and match officials over the ruling. RCB’s head coach, also expressed significant displeasure with the third umpire’s call. On commentary, Eoin Morgan supported the decision, stating Holder appeared to be in "full control" of the ball.