The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) pulled off a spectacular defense to defeat the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) by 9 runs (DLS method) in the 50th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. The thrilling rain-hit encounter took place on Thursday at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
After the Royal Challengers Bengaluru won the toss and opted to bowl first, the Lucknow Super Giants posted a massive total of 209/3 in their 19 overs, as the match was reduced due to rain interruptions. They were propelled by a sensational century from Mitchell Marsh, who smashed 111 off just 56 balls. He was brilliantly supported by a brisk cameo of 38 off 23 balls by Nicholas Pooran and a fiery unbeaten 32 off just 10
balls from skipper Rishabh Pant. For RCB, Krunal Pandya and Josh Hazlewood were the standout bowlers, claiming one wicket each.
In response to a revised target of 213, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru fought hard but ultimately fell short, finishing at 203/6 in their 19 overs. Skipper Rajat Patidar led the chase with a brilliant 61 off 31 balls, while Tim David added a quickfire 40 off 17 balls. However, Lucknow Super Giants' rising pace star Prince Yadav was the hero with the ball. He claimed an impressive 3/33, including the crucial wicket of Virat Kohli for a duck, to secure a much-needed victory for his team and end their losing streak.
Who won yesterday's LSG vs RCB IPL 2026 Match?
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) by 9 runs (DLS method) in Match 50 of IPL 2026 in Lucknow.
Match Summary
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG): 209/3 in 19.0 overs; Mitchell Marsh 111 (56), Nicholas Pooran 38 (23), Rishabh Pant 32* (10); Krunal Pandya 1/31, Josh Hazlewood 1/49.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB): 203/6 in 19.0 overs; Rajat Patidar 61 (31), Tim David 40 (17); Prince Yadav 3/33, Shahbaz Ahmed 2/33.
LSG vs RCB Top Players
- Top Batter: Mitchell Marsh (LSG) (111 runs).
- Top Bowler: Prince Yadav (LSG) (3/33 runs).
LSG vs RCB Match Award Winners
- Player of the Match: Mitchell Marsh (LSG) - 111 off 56 balls.
- Rupay Most Fours in the Match: Mitchell Marsh (LSG) (9 fours).
- Angel One Most Sixes in the Match: Mitchell Marsh (LSG) (9 sixes).
Who will play in Today's IPL 2026 Match?
Delhi Capitals will lock horns against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi in today's IPL 2026 match at 7:30 P.M.
