RCB snatch thrilling 5 wicket win over LSG in dramatic final overs finish

Royal Challengers Bengaluru delivered a composed and controlled performance at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium to defeat Lucknow Super Giants by five wicket win in Match 23 of IPL 2026. Chasing a target of 147, RCB reached 149 for 5 in 15.1 overs , completing the win with relative comfort after setting up the game through a strong bowling display earlier in the evening.

LSG were restricted to 146 all out in their 20 overs as RCB bowlers applied consistent pressure from the start. Rasikh Salam Dar emerged as the standout performer with a brilliant spell of four wickets , dismantling the middle order and breaking the flow of Lucknow’s innings. The pace attack and spin unit worked in perfect rhythm, ensuring LSG never built stable partnerships or momentum at any stage of the innings.

In the chase, RCB did face early setbacks with quick wickets, but Virat Kohli stood firm with a well paced 49 , holding the innings together with composure and experience. His presence at the crease brought stability during a tricky phase of the chase. Rajat Patidar and Jitesh Sharma added valuable runs at crucial moments, ensuring the required rate stayed under control even as LSG attempted brief comebacks with the ball.

The match once again highlighted RCB’s balanced approach this season, where both bowling and batting units are stepping up at key moments. The victory strengthens their position near the top of the table and adds further confidence as the tournament progresses. For LSG, it was another outing where promising starts failed to translate into a complete performance, leaving them searching for answers in both batting consistency and finishing ability.