IPL 2026: LSG Edges RCB by 9 Runs in Thrilling Encounter
Match Highlights: IPL 2026 RCB vs LSG
In a gripping match of IPL 2026 held on Thursday, the Lucknow Super Giants triumphed over the Royal Challengers Bangalore by a narrow margin of 9 runs. The game, affected by rain, took place at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, where RCB, chasing a target of 213 runs under the Duckworth-Lewis rule, managed to score only 203 runs in 19 overs, losing 6 wickets. This victory marks LSG's third win of the season.
Early Setbacks for RCB
Due to rain delays, the match was reduced to 19 overs. RCB's innings began poorly as Jacob Bethel fell for just 4 runs, dismissed by Mohammed Shami. Following this, Prince Yadav delivered a stunning ball that sent the batsman back to the pavilion after 46 innings.
Partnership Between Padikkal and Patidar
After losing two wickets for just 9 runs, Devdutt Padikkal and captain Rajat Patidar steadied the innings. They forged a crucial partnership, scoring 95 runs off 53 balls for the third wicket. Padikkal scored 34 runs off 25 balls before getting out, while Patidar showcased his skills with a powerful 61 runs off 31 balls, hitting 3 fours and 6 sixes. Unfortunately, wicketkeeper-batsman Jitesh Sharma continued his disappointing form, scoring only 1 run.
Tim David's Quickfire Knock
Tim David contributed significantly with a quick 40 runs off 17 balls, including 4 fours and 3 sixes. Krunal Pandya remained unbeaten at 28 runs from 16 balls, while Romario Shepherd added 23 runs off 15 balls. Despite their efforts, RCB could not secure a win, which would have placed them at the top of the points table with 14 points.
Prince Yadav Shines with the Ball for LSG
In the bowling department, Prince Yadav excelled, taking 3 wickets for 33 runs in 4 overs. Shahbaz Ahmed also made an impact with 2 wickets, while Mohammed Shami claimed 1 wicket.
Mitchell Marsh's Explosive Century
Earlier, LSG posted a formidable total of 209 runs for the loss of 3 wickets in their 20 overs. Mitchell Marsh and Arshin Kulkarni set the tone with a 95-run partnership for the first wicket in just 9.2 overs. Arshin scored 17 runs before being dismissed. Marsh, alongside Nicholas Pooran, added 70 runs for the second wicket, with Pooran scoring 38 runs off 23 balls. Marsh completed his century in 49 balls, finishing with an impressive 111 runs off 56 balls, including 9 fours and 9 sixes. In the final overs, captain Rishabh Pant contributed a quick 32 runs off 10 balls, hitting 4 fours and 2 sixes. For RCB, Josh Hazlewood, Krunal Pandya, and Rasikh Salam each took a wicket. This match marked RCB's fourth loss of the season.