A batting spectacle at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium saw Royal Challengers Bengaluru dominate Chennai Super Kings with a commanding 43-run victory in Match 11 of the Indian Premier League 2026.
RCB Post Massive 250 on the Board
Royal Challengers Bengaluru delivered a batting masterclass, putting up a huge 250/3 in 20 overs.
The innings began with a strong performance from Phil Salt, who quickly scored 41. He was well supported by Devdutt Padikkal, who played a brilliant knock of 50 off 28 balls.
The middle overs saw an explosive partnership between Padikkal and Rajat Patidar, keeping the momentum alive.
However, the real fireworks came from Tim David, who unleashed a stunning assault on the CSK bowlers. David smashed an unbeaten 70 off just 25 balls, including 6 massive sixes, propelling RCB past the 250 mark.
CSK Fight Back but Fall Short
Chasing a daunting 251, Chennai Super Kings came out aggressively, scoring 77/3 in the powerplay.
SN Khan played a sensational innings, bringing up a rapid 50 off 24 balls, keeping CSK in the hunt early on.
Despite the strong start, regular wickets derailed the chase. Contributions from Shivam Dube and Jamie Overton added some resistance, but the required rate kept climbing.
CSK managed to cross the 200 mark but were eventually bowled out for 207 in 19.4 overs, falling short by 43 runs.
Player of the Match
Tim David (RCB)
A breathtaking 70 off 25 balls* that completely changed the game.
Match Summary
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru: 250/3 (20 overs)
- Chennai Super Kings: 207 all out (19.4 overs)
- Result: RCB won by 43 runs