RCB vs CSK LIVE: Bengaluru Close in on 200+ Total

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are in complete control against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in their IPL 2026 clash, with the team racing towards a massive 200-plus total at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Tim David’s Explosive Batting Turns the Game

Tim David shifted the momentum heavily in RCB’s favour with a stunning display of power hitting.

  • Hat-trick of sixes in one over
  • Dominated CSK bowlers in death overs
  • Scored quickfire runs under pressure

He smashed CSK spinner Noor Ahmad for three consecutive sixes, completely changing the pace of the innings.

CSK Pacer’s Costly No-Ball Blunder

CSK suffered a major setback when pacer Anshul Kamboj dismissed Tim David, only for it to be ruled a no-ball.

On the very next delivery, David capitalized on the free-hit and smashed a massive six.

  • Wicket denied due to overstep
  • Free-hit punished with six
  • Momentum fully shifted to RCB

This moment proved to be a turning point in the match.

Rajat Patidar Joins the Party

Rajat Patidar played a brilliant attacking knock, keeping the scoreboard ticking at a rapid pace.

  • Explosive boundaries against Khaleel Ahmed
  • Quickfire 40+ runs in just a few deliveries
  • Strong partnership building phase

His aggressive intent ensured RCB never lost momentum.

Earlier Highlights: Kohli Breaks Big Record

Virat Kohli also made headlines earlier in the match by breaking his own record for most runs against a single IPL opponent.

He now holds the record for the most runs scored against CSK in IPL history.

RCB Batting Dominance

RCB’s batting lineup has delivered a complete performance so far:

  • Phil Salt: 46 runs
  • Devdutt Padikkal: 50 off 29
  • Rajat Patidar & Tim David: Finishing fireworks

The team has maintained a high run rate throughout the innings.

Live Match Situation

  • RCB: 200+ (18 overs approx.)
  • Status: Strong position
  • CSK: Under pressure

With just a few overs remaining, RCB are aiming for a huge total.

Conclusion

With explosive batting from Tim David and Rajat Patidar, along with CSK’s costly mistakes, RCB are firmly in control of this IPL 2026 encounter.

All eyes now shift to whether CSK can chase down what looks like a massive target.