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The high voltage RCB vs CSK will start at 7:30 pm (Image: Dynamite News)
Chase slipping away! Sanju Samson hits a six but soon edges a drive to Devdutt Padikkal in the slips- Jacob Duffy strikes again.
Sarfaraz Khan keeps things ticking with a boundary, but RCB’s early pressure is showing. Kartik Sharma walks in as CSK struggle to steady.
CSK 30/3 after 3 overs.
Early blow for Chennai! Ayush Mhatre mistimes a pull off a good-length delivery, giving Bhuvneshwar Kumar his 200th IPL wicket.
Sarfaraz Khan fights back with two crisp boundaries, while Sanju Samson stays watchful. But RCB’s early breakthroughs keep CSK under pressure.
CSK 18/2 after 2 overs.
Dream start for RCB! Duffy rocks one over short for six, but the very next delivery is perfect—length seamer away, edged and taken by Dinesh Karthik (DDP) at first slip.
RCB in control early, Duffy making an immediate impact!
Thirteen runs came off the final over from Anshul Kamboj. Royal Challengers Bengaluru posted a humongous total of 250 on the board. Tim David and Rajat Patidar put on an unbeaten 99-run stand off just 35 balls. David slammed 70 off 25, while Rajat Patidar hit 48 off 19.
RCB 250-3 (20)
On the fifth ball of the over, Anshul Kamboj made a massive blunder. He cleaned up Tim David but had overstepped on the delivery. On the free hit, David smashed the pacer for a six over long-on. Fourteen came off the over. RCB have two more overs to go in the innings.
RCB 207-3 (18)
This is batting of the highest quality from Rajat Patidar! He butchered Khaleel Ahmed's deliveries in the 16th over, which fetched RCB a total of 19 runs. Patidar slammed two sixes and a four. He has moved to 40 off just 14.
RCB 172-3 (16)
Big wicket for CSK! Devdutt Padikkal, right after his fifty, tries an ambitious lap shot but misses- ball crashes into the stumps.
Jamie Overton keeps it tight, troubling new batter Tim David. Rajat Patidar survives but can’t free his arms. After dominating, RCB see CSK fight back with a superb over, just 2 runs and a crucial wicket.
RCB 153/3 after 15 overs.
Devdutt Padikkal brings up his half-century with a composed yet aggressive knock. He times his shots perfectly, rotates strike smartly, and survives a costly dropped chance.
Rajat Patidar keeps the pressure on with a six and quick singles. Matt Henry’s over goes for 14, and RCB look firmly in command, eyeing a big total.
RCB 151/2 after 14 overs.
Patidar pulls one for six despite losing his shape, then Padikkal steps down and clears extra-cover for another six. Dube oversteps next ball- cut away for four. Overpitched delivery hammered for another four!
RCB suddenly in full flow.
RCB 137/2.
RCB 114/2 after 12 overs.
What a couple of shots! Patidar reads the googly and clears cover for six, then Padikkal steps down and smashes one straight back down the ground.
Momentum firmly with RCB.
Big wicket for CSK! Shivam Dube strikes, trapping Phil Salt with a slower bouncer. Salt mistimes it and is caught at deep mid-wicket off Noor Ahmad.
Phil Salt c Noor Ahmad b Shivam Dube 46(30) RCB 93/2 after 10.4 overs
RCB 87/1 after 9 overs.
Salt and Padikkal build a solid partnership. Salt leads the scoring, now 44*, while Padikkal plays steady, rotating strike.
RCB look settled and in control, laying a strong foundation for the innings.
RCB 76/1 after 8 overs.
Phil Salt keeps scoring, hitting a well-timed slog-sweep over the ropes off Noor Ahmad. RCB maintain momentum.
Padikkal rotates strike steadily, supporting Salt at the other end. CSK avoid big damage for most of the over, but that six keeps RCB ahead.
RCB 66/1 after 7 overs.
Phil Salt shifts gears after a steady powerplay, smashing a six and a four off Anshul Kamboj. CSK feel the pressure.
Padikkal rotates strike, keeping the innings ticking, while a misfield adds extra runs.
Kamboj’s over goes for 15, and RCB carry strong momentum into the middle overs
Kohli gone! RCB lose their first. Anshul Kamboj bangs it short, Kohli charges, gets a top edge on the pull. Ball lobs to the on-side—Shivam Dube takes it this time.
Big wicket just when RCB were picking up pace. Kohli departs for 28 (18). Devdutt Padikkal walks in.
After three quiet overs, Virat Kohli cuts loose. Takes on Matt Henry- six, four, and a couple of sharp twos. Big over for RCB.
Phil Salt keeps things ticking at the other end with singles, lets Kohli take charge.
That over goes for 16- momentum swings RCB’s way after a slow start.
Salt and Kohli still there. Big moment- Kohli mistimes one to mid-on, but Shivam Dube puts it down. Should’ve been taken. Kohli survives, picks up a couple.
Khaleel Ahmed keeping it tight, not giving much away. Ball doing a bit, both batters not timing cleanly. CSK on top for now, but that drop could hurt.
RCB 17/0 in 3 overs
The action is underway at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. Phil Salt sliced a Khaleel Ahmed delivery over backward point, and that gave RCB their first runs on the board. Salt and Virat Kohli stole three runs.
RCB 5-0 (1)
Royal Challengers Bengaluru have got their innings underway with Phil Salt and Virat Kohli at the crease, Salt facing the first delivery. Chennai Super Kings have entrusted the new ball to Khaleel Ahmed to kick off proceedings.
The early moments of the innings will be closely watched, especially with the pitch expected to offer some assistance to the seamers. RCB will be aiming to settle in quickly and build a steady start, while CSK will look to make the most of the conditions and grab an early breakthrough.
With both sides eager to assert control, the opening over could set the tone for what promises to be an intense contest.
Chennai Super Kings continue to miss the presence of MS Dhoni as they take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a crucial IPL 2026 encounter in Bengaluru. The veteran wicketkeeper-batter remains unavailable due to a calf strain, adding to CSK’s concerns after consecutive defeats.
Captain Ruturaj Gaikwad offered a cautious update on Dhoni’s fitness, stating that the former skipper is “getting back slowly” and will return once fully match-ready. The team management has opted not to rush his comeback, prioritising full recovery.
While no fixed date has been confirmed, Dhoni could make his return in CSK’s upcoming fixture against Kolkata Knight Riders on April 14. If his rehabilitation takes longer, he may instead feature in later matches against Sunrisers Hyderabad or Mumbai Indians.
With CSK under pressure to bounce back, Dhoni’s return is expected to provide both experience and stability to the side.
Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad has won the toss and opted to bowl first against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their IPL 2026 game tonight.
Virat Kohli is on the verge of another milestone. He already holds the record for the most runs scored against a single opponent, with 1,159 runs against Punjab Kings.
If Kohli scores 14 runs against Chennai Super Kings tonight, he will surpass that tally and set a new record, becoming the first to reach 1,160 runs against CSK.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Squad: Philip Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar(c), Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Abhinandan Singh, Jacob Duffy, Suyash Sharma, Jacob Bethell, Rasikh Salam Dar, Kanishk Chouhan, Venkatesh Iyer, Josh Hazlewood, Mangesh Yadav, Vihaan Malhotra, Vicky Ostwal, Jordan Cox, Swapnil Singh, Satvik Deswal
Chennai Super Kings Squad: Sanju Samson(w), Ruturaj Gaikwad(c), Ayush Mhatre, Sarfaraz Khan, Shivam Dube, Kartik Sharma, Prashant Veer, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj, Matt Henry, Khaleel Ahmed, Jamie Overton, Rahul Chahar, Matthew Short, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Gurjapneet Singh, Akeal Hosein, MS Dhoni, Shreyas Gopal, Spencer Johnson, Mukesh Choudhary, Urvil Patel, Aman Khan, Dewald Brevis, Zakary Foulkes.
Bengaluru: Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad has won the toss and opted to bowl first against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their IPL 2026 game tonight. Playing at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, RCB will aim to extend their strong start and reinforce their title credentials.
Their previous outing against Sunrisers Hyderabad highlighted a well-rounded performance. The bowling unit, led by Jacob Duffy and Romario Shepherd, delivered key breakthroughs to keep the opposition in check. Despite conceding over 200 runs, RCB maintained control during crucial phases.
RCB’s batting lineup has clicked early in the season, providing stability and aggression in equal measure. Devdutt Padikkal set the tone in the last match with a rapid 61 off just 26 balls, putting the opposition under immediate pressure.
Virat Kohli then anchored the chase with an unbeaten 69, ensuring there were no late hiccups. Along with Rajat Patidar, the top order appears settled and capable of handling varied match situations, making RCB a formidable unit.
Chennai Super Kings, meanwhile, find themselves searching for answers. Two successive defeats have exposed gaps, particularly in their bowling attack. In their previous match, CSK posted a strong total of 209 but failed to defend it, raising concerns over their death bowling.
The team will be keen to correct these issues quickly to avoid slipping further in the standings. A strong performance against an in-form RCB could help them regain momentum.
Matches between RCB and CSK are known for their intensity, and this encounter is expected to be no different. The presence of passionate fan bases often creates a charged atmosphere in Bengaluru, with strong support for both sides.
IPL 2026 Super Sunday: Two big matches set to light up the day; Full match details inside
Chennai Super Kings Squad: Sanju Samson(w), Ruturaj Gaikwad(c), Ayush Mhatre, Sarfaraz Khan, Shivam Dube, Kartik Sharma, Prashant Veer, Noor Ahmad, Anshul Kamboj, Matt Henry, Khaleel Ahmed, Jamie Overton, Rahul Chahar, Matthew Short, Ramakrishna Ghosh, Gurjapneet Singh, Akeal Hosein, MS Dhoni, Shreyas Gopal, Spencer Johnson, Mukesh Choudhary, Urvil Patel, Aman Khan, Dewald Brevis, Zakary Foulkes
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Squad: Philip Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar(c), Jitesh Sharma(w), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Abhinandan Singh, Jacob Duffy, Suyash Sharma, Jacob Bethell, Rasikh Salam Dar, Kanishk Chouhan, Venkatesh Iyer, Josh Hazlewood, Mangesh Yadav, Vihaan Malhotra, Vicky Ostwal, Jordan Cox, Swapnil Singh, Satvik Deswal
