Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) secured a crucial nine-run victory against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), breaking a six-match losing streak in the ongoing IPL 2026 season. The win, achieved via the DLS method in a rain-affected match, keeps LSG's playoff aspirations flickering.
Mitchell Marsh’s explosive century, a commanding 111 off just 56 balls, formed the bedrock of LSG's formidable total.
Prince Yadav proved instrumental with the ball, claiming three vital wickets and disrupting RCB's chase.
The match, reduced to 19 overs per side, saw LSG post a challenging 209 for three. RCB, facing a revised target of 213, faltered in their pursuit. Prince Yadav struck early, removing Virat Kohli for a duck in the opening over, a significant blow to RCB's aspirations. Despite a fighting partnership between Devdutt Padikkal (34) and Rajat Patidar (61 off 31 balls), RCB ultimately fell short.
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LSG's victory was also buoyed by a brisk cameo from Rishabh Pant, who scored 32 off a mere 10 deliveries, providing a late surge to their total. The win marks LSG's first home victory of the season.
The encounter, played at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow, saw Mitchell Marsh also awarded 'Man of the Match' for his batting prowess, alongside accolades for 'Super Striker' Rishabh Pant and 'Super Sixers' recognition for Marsh. This defeat marks consecutive losses for Royal Challengers Bengaluru for the first time since 2025.
LSG is scheduled to face Chennai Super Kings on May 10, while RCB will play Mumbai Indians on the same day.
