Royal Challengers Bengaluru seized control of their IPL 2026 clash against Lucknow Super Giants at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, bowling out the visitors for just 146 runs.
Winning the toss and opting to field, RCB’s attack delivered a clinical performance that left LSG struggling to build momentum.
Rasikh Dar emerged as the standout performer, claiming four wickets with sharp pace and accuracy, dismantling the lower order in the death overs. Bhuvneshwar Kumar provided crucial breakthroughs in the middle phase, finishing with three wickets, while Josh Hazlewood struck early to remove Nicholas Pooran. The disciplined bowling ensured LSG never recovered from regular setbacks.
Mitchell Marsh offered brief resistance with a towering six and aggressive stroke play, but his dismissal triggered a collapse. Ayush Badoni and Mukul Choudhary attempted to stabilise the innings, while Rishabh Pant, returning after retiring hurt, fell cheaply. The final overs saw LSG lose five wickets for just 28 runs, underscoring their batting woes.
With a modest target of 147, RCB’s formidable batting lineup—featuring Virat Kohli, Phil Salt, Rajat Patidar, and Tim David—now has the upper hand. On a ground known for high scores, the hosts are well‑placed to secure a commanding victory.
