In a video released by the franchise on Friday, Kohli was seen addressing the squad on the eve of the final. The former India captain urged the players to embrace the occasion and focus on the small moments that define big matches.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI wouldn\u2019t call it just another day or just another game, because that\u2019s what we play sport for: the big finals, the big occasions, winning trophies,\u201d Kohli said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The 36-year-old congratulated the team for qualifying for the final once again and finishing at the top of the table, crediting their consistency and ability to handle pressure through the season.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI\u2019ve been watching you guys play this season, and it\u2019s been amazing to see the high-pressure games that we\u2019ve won. It\u2019s no surprise to me that we were the first ones to make it to the finals, finishing top of the table,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Reflecting on the campaign, Kohli also pointed to the importance of learning from challenging phases during the league stage, calling it a hallmark of championship-winning sides.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThere were a couple of games in the middle where it was good to reflect on what the team could work on moving ahead. And that\u2019s exactly what you guys did in the last few games,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Emphasising commitment and intensity on the field, Kohli urged the players to push themselves in crucial moments.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cSmall things make all the difference at the very end. If you have a chance to put your body on the line for that ball, do it. If you have a chance to dive into the crease for that one run, do it. That\u2019s what\u2019s going to count at the end of the day,\u201d Kohli said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
He concluded the message by wishing the team well and hoping their hard work would be rewarded.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cYou can walk away from that field with your head held high. That\u2019s all that I wish for you. Go RCB,\u201d he signed off.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Inspired by the words from the franchise icon, RCB Women produced a composed performance in the final to defeat Delhi Capitals by 6 wickets at BCA Stadium (Kotambi) on Thursday and lift the WPL title, marking a landmark moment for the Bengaluru-based franchise.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cYou can walk away from that field with your head held high. That\u2019s all that I wish for you. Go RCB,\u201d he signed off.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Champions again. Keeping the RCB flag flying high is something that each one of you can be proud of. To Smriti @smriti_mandhana and the whole squad and the management team, a big congratulations on this tremendous victory. You guys deserve this undoubtedly. Enjoy the moment and embrace the love of our amazing fans,\" he wrote.<\/p>\r\n\r\n