Yash Dayal, a pacer for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), credited former captain Virat Kohli for significantly boosting his confidence during the 2024 IPL season after a dismal performance in 2023. Dayal, who struggled with the Gujarat Titans, rebounded with RCB, finishing the season with 15 wickets and playing a crucial role in the team's playoff qualification. He emphasized Kohli's supportive nature, stating that the media portrayal of the star batter is misleading, as Kohli was genuinely encouraging and made him feel welcome. Dayal's standout moment was defending 17 runs in the final over against Chennai Super Kings, securing RCB's spot in the playoffs. Despite the team's eventual exit in the Eliminator, Dayal's transformation under Kohli's guidance was pivotal for his career. Overall, Dayal's experience highlights the importance of mentorship and support within sports teams.