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Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Sunrisers Hyderabad Live – 1st Match – Indian Premier League, 2026

Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium Bengaluru
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Jacob Duffy named Player of the Match | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 203/4 (15.4)
March 28, 2026 11:29 pm
Jacob Duffy has been awarded the Player of the Match for his outstanding performance, which was crucial in securing the victory for his team.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru win by 6 wickets | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 203/4 (15.4)
March 28, 2026 11:03 pm
Royal Challengers Bengaluru have successfully chased down the target, defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad by 6 wickets. A brilliant batting performance secured a dominant victory for RCB.

Match Result
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by 6 wickets

Sunrisers Hyderabad
201/9

VS

Royal Challengers Bengaluru
203/4

Royal Challengers Bengaluru cruise to victory | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 203/4 (15.4)
March 28, 2026 11:03 pm
Royal Challengers Bengaluru put on a dominant batting display, successfully chasing down the target of 202. Virat Kohli led the charge with a brilliant 69 runs, supported by other batsmen, securing a convincing victory.

Final Score
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by 6 wickets

SRH
201/9

Royal Challengers Bengaluru
203/4

Virat Kohli hits four boundaries in a row | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 203/4 (15.4)
March 28, 2026 11:02 pm
Virat Kohli smashes his fourth consecutive boundary off Harshal Patel! He is in blistering form, guiding Royal Challengers Bengaluru towards victory with an incredible display of aggressive batting.

Kohli’s fourth consecutive boundary!
203/4

Batting

Virat Kohli
not out

69
Runs

38
Balls

5
4s

5
6s

181.58
SR

Tim David
not out

16
Runs

10
Balls

1
4s

1
6s

160
SR

Bowling

Harshal Patel

0
Wkts

39
Runs

2.4
Ovs

0
Mdn

14.62
Eco

David Payne

2
Wkts

35
Runs

3.0
Ovs

0
Mdn

11.67
Eco

Kohli completes a hat-trick of boundaries | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 199/4 (15.3)
March 28, 2026 11:02 pm
Virat Kohli smashes another boundary off Harshal Patel, completing a hat-trick of boundaries! He’s in sensational form, inching Royal Challengers Bengaluru closer to victory.

Virat Kohli completes hat-trick of boundaries
199/4

Batting

1
Virat Kohli
65
(37)

4×4
5×6

175.68

2
Tim David
16
(10)

1×4
1×6

160

Bowling

Harshal Patel
0
-35
2.3ov
14.00

David Payne
2
-35
3.0ov
11.67

Kohli finds the boundary again | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 195/4 (15.2)
March 28, 2026 11:01 pm
Virat Kohli continues his assault, smashing Harshal Patel for a boundary. He’s looking unstoppable, guiding Royal Challengers Bengaluru towards victory with his aggressive batting.

Kohli smashes a magnificent six | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 191/4 (15.1)
March 28, 2026 11:01 pm
Virat Kohli launches Harshal Patel for a colossal six, adding crucial runs to Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s accelerating chase. His aggressive intent is clear.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru accelerate in Over 15 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 184/4 (14.5)
March 28, 2026 7:06 pm
A strong over for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, with 15 runs coming off it. Virat Kohli reached his fifty, and Tim David continued his aggressive hitting. They are now 184 for 4 after 15 overs, needing 17 runs from 30 balls.

Over 15
by David Payne

184/4
15 runs · 0W

Virat Kohli 50(33)  Tim David 16(10)

Tim David launches a powerful maximum | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 177/4 (14.3)
March 28, 2026 7:37 pm
Tim David launches a powerful six off David Payne, adding another significant chunk of runs to Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s accelerating chase. His aggressive intent is clear.

David’s powerful boundary keeps RCB in the hunt | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 176/4 (14.3)
March 28, 2026 7:44 pm
Tim David dispatches David Payne for a well-timed boundary, injecting crucial runs into Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s chase. This shot keeps the scoreboard ticking and maintains the pressure on the fielding side.

Virat Kohli reaches a magnificent half-century | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 172/4 (14.2)
March 28, 2026 7:46 pm
Virat Kohli brings up a crucial half-century, reaching the milestone in just 33 balls. His brilliant innings is anchoring Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s chase and keeping them in contention.

VIRAT KOHLI BRINGS UP HIS FIFTY
Virat Kohli
A magnificent half-century for the captain!
50

Unadkat bowls a tight over | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 170/4 (13.5)
March 28, 2026 7:49 pm
A relatively quiet over from Jaydev Unadkat, conceding 6 runs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru are now at 170 for 4 after 13.5 overs, with 32 runs still needed from 36 balls.

Over 13 — Jaydev Unadkat
170/4

6 runs · 0W

Tim David 3(5)Virat Kohli 49(32)

Dramatic Over Sees Two Wickets Fall | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 163/4 (12.5)
March 28, 2026 7:51 pm
A tumultuous over for Royal Challengers Bengaluru as David Payne picks up two crucial wickets, dismissing Rajat Patidar and Jitesh Sharma. Only 2 runs were scored, shifting the momentum dramatically.

Over 12
by David Payne

163/4
2 runs · 2W

Virat Kohli 47(29)  Tim David 0(2)

Sharma falls cheaply | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 163/4 (12.3)
March 28, 2026 7:52 pm
Jitesh Sharma departs for a duck, caught by Jaydev Unadkat off David Payne. A quick succession of wickets for the bowling side, piling pressure on Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Wicket! Jitesh Sharma departs for a duck
163/4

Batting

Jitesh Sharma
c Jaydev Unadkat b David Payne

0
Runs

1
Balls

0
4s

0
6s

0.00
SR

Virat Kohli
not out

47
Runs

29
Balls

2
4s

4
6s

162.07
SR

Bowling

David Payne

2
Wkts

19
Runs

1.3
Ovs

0
Mdn

12.67
Eco

Eshan Malinga

0
Wkts

35
Runs

2.0
Ovs

0
Mdn

17.50
Eco

Patidar departs after a quickfire cameo | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 163/3 (12.1)
March 28, 2026 7:58 pm
Rajat Patidar’s aggressive innings comes to an end, caught by Harsh Dubey off David Payne. He departs after a quickfire 31, a crucial breakthrough for the bowling side.

Wicket! Patidar departs after a quickfire cameo
163/3

Batting

Rajat Patidar
c Harsh Dubey b David Payne

31
Runs

11
Balls

2
4s

3
6s

281.82
SR

Virat Kohli
not out

47
Runs

29
Balls

2
4s

4
6s

162.07
SR

Bowling

David Payne

1
Wkts

19
Runs

1.1
Ovs

0
Mdn

16.29
Eco

Eshan Malinga

0
Wkts

35
Runs

2.0
Ovs

0
Mdn

17.50
Eco

Royal Challengers Bengaluru maintain strong run rate | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 162/2 (12.0)
March 28, 2026 8:02 pm
A strong over for Royal Challengers Bengaluru as they add 22 runs, including two sixes and a four. Rajat Patidar continues his aggressive hitting, while Virat Kohli keeps the scoreboard ticking. They are now 162 for 2 after 12 overs.

Over 12 — Eshan Malinga
162/2

22 runs · 0W

Rajat Patidar 31(11)Virat Kohli 46(28)

Patidar and Kohli forge a rapid fifty partnership | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 160/2 (11.5)
March 28, 2026 8:04 pm
Rajat Patidar and Virat Kohli have forged a brilliant 50-run partnership, injecting crucial momentum into Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s chase. Their aggressive approach is putting the opposition under immense pressure.

FIFTY-RUN PARTNERSHIP
Rajat Patidar & Virat Kohli
Rajat Patidar and Virat Kohli bring up a 50-run stand!
50

Rajat Patidar completes a hat-trick of boundaries | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 159/2 (11.4)
March 28, 2026 8:05 pm
Rajat Patidar smashes another six off Eshan Malinga, completing a hat-trick of boundaries! He’s absolutely punishing the bowlers, driving Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s chase with incredible aggression.

Hat-trick of Boundaries for Rajat Patidar
159/2

Batting

Rajat Patidar
not out

30
(10)

2×43×6SR 300.00

Virat Kohli
not out

45
(27)

2×44×6SR 166.67

Bowling

Eshan Malinga
0-32

1.4 ov0 mdnEco 19.20

Harsh Dubey
1-35

3.0 ov0 mdnEco 11.67

Patidar smashes a towering six | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 152/2 (11.3)
March 28, 2026 8:06 pm
Rajat Patidar unleashes a monstrous six off Eshan Malinga, sending the ball deep into the stands. His aggressive batting is keeping Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s chase firmly on track.

Patidar finds the boundary with ease | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 144/2 (11.1)
March 28, 2026 8:07 pm
Rajat Patidar continues his aggressive approach, dispatching Eshan Malinga for a well-timed boundary. His confident strokeplay is keeping Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s chase on track.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru accelerate with a big over | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 140/2 (10.5)
March 28, 2026 8:07 pm
A power-packed over for Royal Challengers Bengaluru! 14 runs came off it, including two massive sixes from Virat Kohli and Rajat Patidar. They’ve pushed the score to 140 for 2 after 10.5 overs, with the required run rate now at 6.89.

Over 11 — Harsh Dubey
140/2

14 runs · 0W

Virat Kohli 45(26)Rajat Patidar 14(6)

Kohli unleashes a massive six | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 140/2 (10.5)
March 28, 2026 8:13 pm
Virat Kohli continues his aggressive assault, dispatching Harsh Dubey for a powerful six. His commanding presence at the crease is driving Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s chase forward with authority.

Patidar launches a maximum | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 133/2 (10.2)
March 28, 2026 8:14 pm
Rajat Patidar unleashes a powerful six off Harsh Dubey, sending the ball soaring over the boundary. This aggressive shot further boosts Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s scoring rate, maintaining their strong momentum.

RCB continues strong run in Over 10 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 126/2(10.0)
March 28, 2026 8:15 pm
Another productive over for Royal Challengers Bengaluru! Harshal Patel concedes 15 runs, including a six from Virat Kohli and a boundary from Rajat Patidar. RCB are now 126 for 2 after 10 overs, maintaining a strong run rate.

Over 10
by Harshal Patel

126/2
15 runs · 0W

Rajat Patidar 7(4)  Virat Kohli 38(23)

Patidar opens his account with a boundary | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 123/2 (9.4)
March 28, 2026 8:18 pm
Rajat Patidar announces his arrival with a superb boundary off Harshal Patel, finding the gap with precision. He’s looking to settle in quickly and maintain the Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s aggressive chase.

Kohli unleashes a powerful six | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 118/2 (9.2)
March 28, 2026 8:20 pm
Virat Kohli dispatches Harshal Patel over the ropes for a massive six, showcasing his intent and keeping the Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s chase on track.

Padikkal’s fiery innings ends | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 110/2 (8.3)
March 28, 2026 8:20 pm
Devdutt Padikkal’s brilliant innings is cut short, caught by Heinrich Klaasen off Harsh Dubey. He departs after a blistering 61, a crucial wicket that brings some relief to the bowling side.

Wicket! Padikkal departs after a blazing fifty
110/2

Batting

Devdutt Padikkal
c Heinrich Klaasen b Harsh Dubey

61
Runs

25
Balls

7
4s

4
6s

244.00
SR

Virat Kohli
not out

30
Runs

19
Balls

2
4s

2
6s

157.89
SR

Bowling

Harsh Dubey

1
Wkts

20
Runs

1.3
Ovs

13.33
ECO

Harshal Patel

0
Wkts

6
Runs

1.0
Ovs

6.00
ECO

Century partnership for RCB! Padikkal and Kohli dominate | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 104/1 (8.2)
March 28, 2026 8:24 pm
Devdutt Padikkal and Virat Kohli have forged a magnificent 100-run partnership, completely dominating the bowling attack. Their aggressive batting has put Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a commanding position in this chase.

CENTURY PARTNERSHIP
Devdutt Padikkal & Virat Kohli
Devdutt Padikkal and Virat Kohli forge a magnificent 100-run stand!
100

Padikkal unleashes a towering six | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 104/1 (8.2)
March 28, 2026 8:32 pm
Devdutt Padikkal continues his fireworks, smashing Harsh Dubey for a huge six! He’s dominating the bowling, propelling Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s chase with sheer power and aggression.

Padikkal finds the fence again | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 100/1 (8.1)
March 28, 2026 8:32 pm
Devdutt Padikkal shows no signs of slowing down, piercing the field with another powerful boundary off Harsh Dubey. His aggressive innings keeps Royal Challengers Bengaluru firmly in control of the chase.

Padikkal reaches fifty as RCB dominate over | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 99/1 (8.0)
March 28, 2026 8:33 pm
Devdutt Padikkal brings up a brilliant half-century as Harshal Patel concedes 10 runs in the over. Royal Challengers Bengaluru are flying at 99 for 1 after 8 overs, needing 103 from 72 balls.

Over 8
Harshal Patel

99/1

10 Runs
0 Wkt

Devdutt Padikkal 51(23)Virat Kohli 29(18)

Devdutt Padikkal’s blistering fifty propels RCB | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 95/1 (7.4)
March 28, 2026 8:34 pm
Devdutt Padikkal reaches a fantastic fifty! A blistering knock, filled with aggressive strokes, has put Royal Challengers Bengaluru firmly in control. He’s been instrumental in this chase.

PLAYER MILESTONE
Devdutt Padikkal
Devdutt Padikkal reaches his fifty!
50

Padikkal finds the fence again | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 95/1 (7.4)
March 28, 2026 8:35 pm
Devdutt Padikkal maintains his aggressive approach, dispatching Harshal Patel for another boundary. His confident strokeplay is keeping the Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s chase on track.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru maintain strong momentum | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 89/1(7.0)
March 28, 2026 8:37 pm
A strong over for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, adding 13 runs to the total. Both Devdutt Padikkal and Virat Kohli are looking in sublime touch, pushing the score to 89 for 1 after 7 overs. The momentum is firmly with RCB!

Over 7 — Eshan Malinga
89/1

13 runs · 0W

Virat Kohli 28(16)Devdutt Padikkal 46(19)

Virat Kohli unleashes a powerful six | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 89/1 (6.5)
March 28, 2026 8:38 pm
Virat Kohli dispatches Eshan Malinga over the ropes for a massive six, showcasing his incredible power and accelerating the Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s innings.

Padikkal welcomes Malinga with a boundary | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 80/1 (6.1 Overs)
March 28, 2026 8:43 pm
Devdutt Padikkal welcomes Eshan Malinga to the attack with a superb boundary, continuing his aggressive form from the powerplay and finding the gap with precision.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru dominate powerplay | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 76/1(6.0)
March 28, 2026 8:46 pm
Royal Challengers Bengaluru conclude the powerplay at an impressive 76 for 1. Devdutt Padikkal and Virat Kohli have set a formidable foundation, scoring rapidly and taking control of the innings.

Over 6
Harsh Dubey

76/1

9 Runs
0 Wkt

Virat Kohli 20(12)Devdutt Padikkal 41(17)

Harsh Dubey Concedes 9 Runs in the Sixth Over | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 76/1 (6.0)
March 28, 2026 8:50 pm
Harsh Dubey bowls the sixth over, conceding 9 runs including a boundary from Devdutt Padikkal. Royal Challengers Bengaluru finish the powerplay strongly at 76 for 1.

Over 6 — Harsh Dubey
76/1

9 runs · 0W

Virat Kohli 20(12)Devdutt Padikkal 41(17)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru accelerate past 70 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 75/1 (5.5)
March 28, 2026 8:52 pm
A productive partial over for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, adding 8 runs without losing a wicket. Devdutt Padikkal and Virat Kohli continue their aggressive partnership, pushing the score to 75 for 1 after 5.5 overs.

Over 5.5
by Harsh Dubey

75/1
8 runs · 0W

Virat Kohli 20(12)  Devdutt Padikkal 40(16)

Padikkal starts the over with a boundary | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 71/1 (5.1)
March 28, 2026 8:53 pm
Devdutt Padikkal welcomes Harshal Patel to the attack with a confident boundary. He continues his aggressive approach, keeping the scoreboard ticking for RCB.

Explosive Batting Fuels RCB’s Chase | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 67/1 (5.0)
March 28, 2026 8:53 pm
A thrilling over for RCB! Devdutt Padikkal and Virat Kohli unleashed their power, smashing a six and two fours, along with a wide, to add 16 runs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru now stand at 67 for 1 after 5 overs, charging ahead!

Over 5
Jaydev Unadkat

67/1

16 Runs
0 Wkt

0
B1

4
B2

6
B3

Wd
B4

4
B5

1
B6

Virat Kohli 18(10)Devdutt Padikkal 34(13)

Fifty-Run Partnership for RCB | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 57/1 (4.2)
March 28, 2026 8:53 pm
Devdutt Padikkal and Virat Kohli have forged a crucial 50-run partnership, steadying the Royal Challengers Bengaluru innings after an early wicket. Their aggressive strokeplay has kept the required run rate in check and put pressure back on the bowlers.

FIFTY-RUN PARTNERSHIP
Devdutt Padikkal & Virat Kohli
Devdutt Padikkal and Virat Kohli bring up their 50-run stand!
52

Kohli’s class on display with another boundary | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 61/1 (4.3)
March 28, 2026 8:57 pm
Virat Kohli follows up his six with a beautiful boundary, showcasing his exquisite timing and accelerating the Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s chase.

Virat Kohli unleashes a majestic maximum | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 57/1 (4.2)
March 28, 2026 8:59 pm
That’s vintage Virat Kohli! He steps out and dispatches Jaydev Unadkat over the ropes for a massive six. The captain is leading from the front, taking Royal Challengers Bengaluru to 57 for 1!

Padikkal unleashes fury in costly over | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 51/1 (4.0)
March 28, 2026 9:00 pm
Devdutt Padikkal dominated David Payne, smashing two sixes and a boundary to collect 18 runs from the over. Royal Challengers Bengaluru are now 51 for 1 after 4 overs.

Over 4
by David Payne

51/1
18 runs · 0W

Devdutt Padikkal 34(11)  Virat Kohli 7(6)

Padikkal finishes the over with a colossal six | RCB – 51/1(4.0)
March 28, 2026 9:02 pm
Devdutt Padikkal ends the over with a magnificent six, sending the ball soaring over the ropes. He is in destructive form, taking RCB past the 50-run mark in style.

Padikkal continues the boundary barrage | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 43/1 (3.3)
March 28, 2026 9:07 pm
Devdutt Padikkal is unstoppable! He smashes another boundary through the off-side, showing incredible form and keeping the scoreboard racing.

Devdutt Padikkal unleashes a monstrous hit | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 33/1 (3.1)
March 28, 2026 9:07 pm
Padikkal continues his aggressive assault, launching the ball over the ropes for a massive six. The young opener is making his intentions clear, putting pressure on the new bowler.

End of an eventful over | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 33/1 (3.0)
March 28, 2026 9:09 pm
The third over concludes with Royal Challengers Bengaluru adding 12 runs, reaching 33 for 1. Devdutt Padikkal is looking dangerous with 17 off 6 balls, while Nitish Kumar Reddy finishes his spell.

Over 3 — Nitish Kumar Reddy
33/1

12 runs · 0W

Devdutt Padikkal 17(6)Virat Kohli 6(5)

Devdutt Padikkal finds the fence again | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 32/1 (2.5)
March 28, 2026 9:12 pm
Devdutt Padikkal continues his aggressive approach, dispatching the ball to the boundary with another well-timed shot. He is putting pressure on the bowlers early on.

Padikkal finds the fence again | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 26/1(2.2)
March 28, 2026 9:15 pm
Devdutt Padikkal continues his aggressive start, dispatching the ball to the boundary with a well-timed shot. He is making his intentions clear early on.

Kohli unleashes a classic cover drive | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 20/1 (1.5)
March 28, 2026 9:15 pm
Virat Kohli finds his rhythm early, dispatching the ball to the boundary with a sublime cover drive. The captain looks set for a big innings, adding crucial runs to the RCB total.

Devdutt Padikkal launches a towering six | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 9/1 (1.1)
March 28, 2026 9:16 pm
After the early setback, Devdutt Padikkal shows his class, dispatching the ball over the ropes for a magnificent six. A confident start for the new batsman.

Early breakthrough as Salt departs cheaply | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 9/1 (1.1)
March 28, 2026 9:17 pm
Jaydev Unadkat strikes early, getting Philip Salt caught by Heinrich Klaasen for just 8 runs. A big wicket for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the second over.

Philip Salt caught by Klaasen
9/1

Batting

Philip Salt
c Heinrich Klaasen b Jaydev Unadkat

8
Runs

7
Balls

2
4s

0
6s

114.29
SR

Virat Kohli
not out

0
Runs

0
Balls

0
4s

0
6s

0
SR

Bowling

Jaydev Unadkat

1
Wkts

0
Runs

0.1
Ovs

0
ECO

Nitish Kumar Reddy

0
Wkts

8
Runs

1.0
Ovs

8.00
ECO

First over concludes for Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 9/0 (1.0)
March 28, 2026 9:20 pm
The first over of the chase comes to an end, with Royal Challengers Bengaluru reaching 9 for no loss. Philip Salt has started aggressively with two boundaries, while Nitish Kumar Reddy conceded 9 runs.

Over 1
by Nitish Kumar Reddy

9/0
9 runs · 0W

004041lb

Philip Salt 8(5)  Virat Kohli 0(0)

Philip Salt finds the boundary again | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 8/0 (0.5)
March 28, 2026 9:20 pm
Philip Salt continues his aggressive start, finding the fence with another well-timed shot. He is looking confident at the crease.

Salt opens his account with a confident boundary | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 4/0 (0.3)
March 28, 2026 9:24 pm
Philip Salt gets off the mark with a well-timed boundary off Nitish Kumar Reddy. A good start to the chase for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Abhinandan Singh strikes, removes dangerous Ishan Kishan | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 155/6 (16.0)
March 28, 2026 9:24 pm
The 16th over concludes with a crucial wicket, as Abhinandan Singh dismisses the in-form Ishan Kishan for 80. Sunrisers Hyderabad add 13 runs but lose a key batsman.

Over 16 — Abhinandan Singh
155/6

13 runs · 1W

Ishan Kishan 80(38)Aniket Verma 12(7)

Sunrisers Hyderabad post a formidable 201 | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 201/9 (20.0)
March 28, 2026 9:25 pm
Sunrisers Hyderabad finish with 201/9 in 20 overs. Ishan Kishan’s brilliant 80 and Aniket Verma’s quickfire 43 set a challenging target. Jacob Duffy impressed with 3 wickets.

Innings End: Sunrisers Hyderabad
201/9

Batting

Ishan Kishanout

80(38)
4s: 8 6s: 5 SR: 210.53

Aniket Vermaout

43(18)
4s: 3 6s: 4 SR: 238.89

David Paynenot out

6(5)
4s: 0 6s: 0 SR: 120

Jaydev Unadkatnot out

4(3)
4s: 0 6s: 0 SR: 133.33

Bowling

Jacob Duffy

3/0
0 ov Eco: 0

Bhuvneshwar Kumar

1/31
4.0 ov Eco: 7.75

Romario Shepherd

3/54
4.0 ov Eco: 13.5

Sunrisers Hyderabad reach 201 after 20 overs | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 201/9 (20.0)
March 28, 2026 9:42 pm
The final over sees Sunrisers Hyderabad add 9 runs, reaching a total of 201 for 9. Bhuvneshwar Kumar finishes his spell conceding 31 runs and taking 1 wicket.

Romario Shepherd’s eventful 19th over | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 192/9(19.0)
March 28, 2026 9:43 pm
A dramatic 19th over concludes with Romario Shepherd conceding 17 runs but taking the crucial wicket of Aniket Verma, who departs after a fiery 43. Sunrisers Hyderabad finish on 192 for 9.

Over 19
by Romario Shepherd

192/9
17 runs · 1W

Aniket Verma 43(18)  David Payne 2(2)

Aniket Verma departs after a fiery knock | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 192/9 (19.0)
March 28, 2026 9:44 pm
Aniket Verma’s explosive innings concludes as he’s caught by Virat Kohli off Romario Shepherd. A crucial breakthrough for the bowling side, ending a brilliant display of power-hitting.

Aniket Verma departs after a fiery knock
192/9

Batting

Batter
R
B
4s
6s
SR

Aniket Vermac Virat Kohli b Romario Shepherd

43
18
3
4
238.89

David Paynenot out

2
2
0
0
100

Bowling

Bowler
O
M
R
W
Eco

Romario Shepherd
4.0
undefined
54
3
13.5

Bhuvneshwar Kumar
3.0
undefined
23
1
7.67

Aniket Verma’s boundary blitz | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 186/8 (18.3)
March 28, 2026 9:45 pm
Aniket Verma is on a rampage! He smashes another massive six, completing a hat-trick of boundaries off Romario Shepherd. This is a crucial acceleration for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the death overs.

Aniket Verma’s boundary blitz

Verma finds the fence again | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 182/8 (18.2)
March 28, 2026 9:46 pm
Aniket Verma is on fire! After a six, he follows it up with a superb boundary, piercing the field with precision. Sunrisers Hyderabad are accelerating!

Aniket Verma dispatches the ball over the ropes | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 176/8 (18.1)
March 28, 2026 9:48 pm
Aniket Verma makes his intentions clear, launching a massive six off Romario Shepherd. He’s looking to maximize the scoring in these crucial death overs for Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar strikes as SRH lose another wicket | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 175/8 (18.0)
March 28, 2026 9:51 pm
The 18th over concludes with Sunrisers Hyderabad at 175 for 8. Bhuvneshwar Kumar picks up a wicket, but Aniket Verma continues to fight, adding valuable runs. A mixed over for SRH.

Over 18 — Bhuvneshwar Kumar
175/8

8 runs · 1W

Aniket Verma 35(18)David Payne 0(0)

Harshal Patel caught by Padikkal | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 174/8 (17.5)
March 28, 2026 9:53 pm
Another one bites the dust! Harshal Patel tries to go big but finds Devdutt Padikkal in the deep. Bhuvneshwar Kumar gets his first wicket, and SRH are 8 down.

Harshal Patel caught by Padikkal
174/8

Batting

Harshal Patel
c Devdutt Padikkal b Bhuvneshwar Kumar

0
Runs

2
Balls

0
4s

0
6s

0
SR

Aniket Verma
not out

27
Runs

13
Balls

2
4s

2
6s

207.69
SR

Bowling

Bhuvneshwar Kumar

1
Wkts

22
Runs

2.5
Ovs

0
Mdn

7.76
Eco

Romario Shepherd

2
Wkts

37
Runs

3.0
Ovs

0
Mdn

12.33
Eco

Aniket Verma finds the boundary rope | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 173/7 (17.2)
March 28, 2026 9:54 pm
Aniket Verma continues his aggressive play, smashing a well-timed four off Bhuvneshwar Kumar. He is keeping the scoreboard ticking for Sunrisers Hyderabad in these crucial final overs.

Romario Shepherd strikes, but SRH keeps scoring | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 167/7 (17.0)
March 28, 2026 9:55 pm
Romario Shepherd bowls the 17th over, conceding 12 runs but crucially picking up the wicket of Harsh Dubey. Aniket Verma continues to impress with a quickfire 20 runs.

Over 17 — Romario Shepherd
167/7

12 runs · 1W

Aniket Verma 20(10)

Harsh Dubey caught by Padikkal | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 167/7 (17.0)
March 28, 2026 9:56 pm
Romario Shepherd picks up another wicket as Harsh Dubey tries to go big but finds Devdutt Padikkal in the deep. A crucial breakthrough at the end of the over for the fielding side.

Harsh Dubey caught by Padikkal
167/7

Batting

Harsh Dubey
c Devdutt Padikkal b Romario Shepherd

3
Runs

3
Balls

0
4s

0
6s

100.00
SR

Aniket Verma
not out

20
Runs

10
Balls

1
4s

2
6s

200.00
SR

Bowling

Romario Shepherd

2
Wkts

37
Runs

3.0
Ovs

0
Mdn

12.33
Eco

Abhinandan Singh

1
Wkts

38
Runs

3.0
Ovs

0
Mdn

12.67
Eco

Aniket Verma dispatches the first ball of the over for a maximum | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 155/6 (16.0)
March 28, 2026 9:58 pm
Aniket Verma wastes no time, launching the first delivery of Romario Shepherd’s over high into the stands for a six. A strong statement from the new batter.

Kishan’s brilliant innings comes to an end | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 155/6 (16.0)
March 28, 2026 9:58 pm
Ishan Kishan’s magnificent innings concludes as he’s caught by Philip Salt off Abhinandan Singh. A crucial breakthrough for the bowling side, removing the top scorer for Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Kishan’s brilliant innings comes to an end
155/6

Batting

Batter
R
B
4s
6s
SR

Ishan Kishanc Philip Salt b Abhinandan Singh

80
38
8
5
210.53

Aniket Vermanot out

12
7
1
1
171.43

Bowling

Bowler
O
M
R
W
Eco

Abhinandan Singh
3.0
0
38
1
12.67

Suyash Sharma
3.0
0
28
1
9.33

Ishan Kishan unleashes another towering six | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 149/5 (15.4)
March 28, 2026 10:00 pm
Ishan Kishan continues his relentless assault, smashing a powerful six off Abhinandan Singh. He is in magnificent form, driving the Sunrisers Hyderabad total forward with aggressive batting.

Aniket Verma launches a massive six | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 148/5(15.2)
March 28, 2026 10:01 pm
Aniket Verma gets into the act, smashing a towering six off Abhinandan Singh to boost the Sunrisers Hyderabad total. A crucial hit to maintain the scoring rate.

Sunrisers Hyderabad Maintain Strong Run Rate | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 142/5 (15.0)
March 28, 2026 10:01 pm
Sunrisers Hyderabad conclude the 15th over at 142/5, maintaining a healthy run rate of 9.47. Ishan Kishan leads the charge with 74 runs, supported by contributions from Klaasen and Arora, despite two wickets falling in this phase.

Explosive 13th Over Sees Three Sixes | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 126/3 (13.0)
March 28, 2026 10:03 pm
Krunal Pandya’s over was plundered for 21 runs, including three massive sixes, as Ishan Kishan and Heinrich Klaasen continued their aggressive batting for Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Over 13
by Krunal Pandya

126/3
21 runs · 0W

Ishan Kishan 72(34)  Heinrich Klaasen 31(21)

Suyash Sharma’s over sees a wicket and 7 runs | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 142/5 (15.0)
March 28, 2026 10:05 pm
Suyash Sharma bowls the 15th over, conceding 7 runs and picking up the crucial wicket of Salil Arora. Ishan Kishan continues to anchor the innings for Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Over 15 — Suyash Sharma
142/5

7 runs · 1W

Ishan Kishan 74(36)Aniket Verma 5(3)

New batter Verma opens his account with a boundary | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 141/5(14.5)
March 28, 2026 10:07 pm
Aniket Verma gets off the mark in style, hitting a confident boundary off Suyash Sharma to keep the scoreboard ticking for Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Suyash Sharma breaks through, Arora caught | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 137/5 (14.3)
March 28, 2026 10:07 pm
Salil Arora’s brief but impactful innings comes to an end, caught by Devdutt Padikkal off Suyash Sharma. A crucial wicket for the bowling side at a key moment.

Arora caught by Padikkal
137/5

Batting

Salil Arora
c Devdutt Padikkal b Suyash Sharma

9
Runs

6
Balls

0
4s

1
6s

150.00
SR

Ishan Kishan
not out

74
Runs

36
Balls

8
4s

4
6s

205.56
SR

Bowling

Suyash Sharma

1
Wkts

23
Runs

2.3
Ovs

0
Mdn

9.2
Eco

Romario Shepherd

1
Wkts

25
Runs

2.0
Ovs

0
Mdn

12.5
Eco

Salil Arora announces arrival with a maximum | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 134/4(13.5)
March 28, 2026 10:08 pm
The new batter, Salil Arora, wastes no time in making his presence felt, smashing a huge six to get his innings underway. A confident start to his innings for Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Klaasen departs after a quickfire innings | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 126/4 (13.1)
March 28, 2026 10:10 pm
Heinrich Klaasen’s aggressive knock comes to an end as he’s caught by Philip Salt off Romario Shepherd. A vital breakthrough for the bowling side, halting the flow of runs for Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Klaasen departs after a quickfire innings
126/4

Batting

Batter
R
B
4s
6s
SR

Heinrich Klaasenc Philip Salt b Romario Shepherd

31
21
2
1
147.62

Ishan Kishan

72
34
8
4
211.76

Bowling

Bowler
O
M
R
W
Eco

Krunal Pandya
2.0
0
26
0
13

Suyash Sharma
2.0
0
21
0
10.5

Romario Shepherd
0.6
0
14
1
23.33

Ishan Kishan launches another maximum! | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 126/3 (13.0)
March 28, 2026 10:13 pm
Ishan Kishan continues his incredible power-hitting display, sending another delivery soaring over the ropes for a massive six. He is in sensational form, driving the Sunrisers Hyderabad total skyward.

Ishan Kishan unleashes another maximum | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 120/3 (12.5)
March 28, 2026 10:14 pm
Ishan Kishan continues his aggressive display, launching a massive six over the ropes. This powerful stroke further boosts the scoring rate for Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Klaasen dispatches it into the stands | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 111/3 (12.1)
March 28, 2026 10:17 pm
Heinrich Klaasen launches a massive six, adding crucial runs to the Sunrisers Hyderabad total. This powerful stroke injects momentum into the innings.

Ishan Kishan finds the fence again! | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 101/3(11.5)
March 28, 2026 10:18 pm
Ishan Kishan continues his aggressive form, smashing another boundary off Suyash Sharma. He is looking to accelerate the scoring for Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Ishan Kishan finds another boundary | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 101/3(11.3)
March 28, 2026 10:19 pm
Ishan Kishan continues his aggressive onslaught, smashing another boundary off Suyash Sharma. He is relentless in his attack, pushing the score past 100 for SRH.

Ishan Kishan reaches a magnificent fifty | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 97/3(11.2)
March 28, 2026 10:21 pm
Ishan Kishan brings up his brilliant half-century, a vital innings for Sunrisers Hyderabad. He has scored 51 runs off just 27 balls, including 6 fours and 2 sixes, showcasing his aggressive intent.

PLAYER MILESTONE
Ishan Kishan
Ishan Kishan reaches his fifty!
50

Ishan Kishan dispatches the ball to the boundary | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 93/3 (11.1)
March 28, 2026 10:21 pm
Ishan Kishan continues his aggressive play, sending the ball racing to the fence for four runs. This boundary keeps the scoreboard ticking for Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Ishan Kishan finds the fence with a powerful drive | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 83/3 (9.2)
March 28, 2026 10:21 pm
Ishan Kishan continues his aggressive innings, smashing a boundary off Suyash Sharma to keep the scoreboard ticking for Sunrisers Hyderabad.

End of Over 9: Sunrisers Hyderabad 79/3 | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 79/3(9.0)
March 28, 2026 10:22 pm
Sunrisers Hyderabad reach 79 for 3 after 9 overs. Ishan Kishan continues his aggressive innings, while Heinrich Klaasen provides solid support. Abhinandan Singh conceded 9 runs in this over.

Over 9 — Abhinandan Singh
79/3

9 runs · 0W

Ishan Kishan 38(19)Heinrich Klaasen 18(12)

Klaasen and Kishan build a vital 50-run partnership | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 78/3(8.5)
March 28, 2026 10:26 pm
Heinrich Klaasen and Ishan Kishan have brought up a crucial 50-run partnership, steadying the innings for Sunrisers Hyderabad after early setbacks. This stand is vital for their team.

PARTNERSHIP MILESTONE
Heinrich Klaasen and Ishan Kishan
Klaasen and Kishan forge a crucial 50-run partnership!
50

Ishan Kishan finds the boundary with a well-placed shot | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 76/3(8.4)
March 28, 2026 10:27 pm
Ishan Kishan continues his aggressive play, dispatching the ball to the fence for four runs. This boundary keeps the scoreboard ticking for SRH.

Klaasen finds the rope again, back-to-back boundaries | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 68/3 (7.5)
March 28, 2026 10:29 pm
Heinrich Klaasen follows up with another powerful boundary, finding the gap with precision. This is building crucial momentum for SRH.

Heinrich Klaasen finds the fence with a powerful stroke | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 60/3(7.3)
March 28, 2026 10:31 pm
Heinrich Klaasen unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for four runs. A much-needed boundary to keep the scoreboard ticking for SRH.

Ishan Kishan finds the fence | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 55/3(7.1)
March 28, 2026 10:32 pm
Ishan Kishan plays a well-timed shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for four runs. A much-needed boundary to keep the scoreboard ticking for SRH.

Sunrisers Hyderabad Conclude Powerplay with a Strong Over | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 49/3 (6.0)
March 28, 2026 10:32 pm
The powerplay concludes with Sunrisers Hyderabad adding 16 runs without losing a wicket in the sixth over, boosting their score to 49 for 3. Ishan Kishan and Heinrich Klaasen are looking to rebuild the innings.

Over 6
by Abhinandan Singh

49/3
16 runs · 0W

Ishan Kishan 23(10)  Heinrich Klaasen 3(3)

Duffy’s clinical over yields a crucial breakthrough
March 28, 2026 10:33 pm
Jacob Duffy bowls a tight over, conceding just 4 runs and picking up the crucial wicket of Nitish Kumar Reddy, leaving Sunrisers Hyderabad at 33/3 after 5 overs.

Over 5
Jacob Duffy

33/3

4 Runs
1 Wkt

Ishan Kishan 23(10)Heinrich Klaasen 3(3)

Sunrisers Hyderabad reach 49/3 at the end of the powerplay | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 49/3 (6.0)
March 28, 2026 10:36 pm
The powerplay comes to an end with Sunrisers Hyderabad reaching 49 for 3. Ishan Kishan is leading the charge with a quickfire 23.

Over 6
by Abhinandan Singh

49/3
6 runs · 0W

Ishan Kishan 23(10)  Heinrich Klaasen 3(3)

Ishan Kishan unleashes a hat-trick of boundaries
March 28, 2026 10:38 pm
Ishan Kishan smashes another maximum, completing a hat-trick of boundaries and injecting crucial momentum into the Sunrisers Hyderabad innings. A powerful display of batting!

HAT-TRICK OF BOUNDARIES FOR ISHAN KISHAN
Ishan Kishan
Ishan Kishan hits three consecutive boundaries!
Hat-trick of Boundaries

Ishan Kishan finds the boundary with a powerful stroke | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 39/3 (5.2)
March 28, 2026 10:39 pm
Ishan Kishan follows up his six with a well-timed boundary, injecting much-needed momentum into the Sunrisers Hyderabad innings.

Ishan Kishan unleashes a powerful maximum | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 39/3(5.2)
March 28, 2026 10:40 pm
Ishan Kishan launches the ball over the ropes for a huge six, providing a much-needed boost to Sunrisers Hyderabad after a flurry of early wickets.

Nitish Kumar Reddy caught, Duffy strikes again | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 29/3(4.2)
March 28, 2026 10:42 pm
Nitish Kumar Reddy tries to break free but spoons a catch to Abhinandan Singh. Jacob Duffy gets his third wicket, putting Sunrisers Hyderabad in a precarious position.

Wicket! Nitish Kumar Reddy departs
29/3

Batting

Batter
R
B
4s
6s
SR

Nitish Kumar Reddyc Abhinandan Singh

1
5
0
0
20.00

Ishan Kishanbatting

6
3
1
0
200.00

Bowling

Bowler
O
M
R
W
Eco

Jacob Duffy
2.2
0
13
3
5.57

Bhuvneshwar Kumar
2.0
0
15
0
7.50

Ishan Kishan dispatches the ball to the boundary | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 27/2 (3.1)
March 28, 2026 10:44 pm
Ishan Kishan gets off the mark in style, sending a well-timed shot to the fence for four runs. A confident start to his innings.

Philip Salt takes a stunning catch to dismiss Travis Head | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 23/2 (2.6)
March 28, 2026 10:46 pm
Travis Head, looking to accelerate, attempts a big shot but finds the safe hands of Philip Salt. Jacob Duffy picks up his second wicket, putting RCB in a strong position.

Travis Head falls to a sharp catch from Philip Salt
23/2

Batting

Travis Head
c Philip Salt

11
(8)

2×40×6SR 137.5

Ishan Kishan
batting

1
(1)

0×40×6SR 100

Bowling

Jacob Duffy
2-13

1.6 ov0 mdnEco 6.50

Bhuvneshwar Kumar
0-9

1.0 ov0 mdnEco 9.00

Travis Head finds the fence with a powerful stroke | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 23/1 (2.5)
March 28, 2026 10:53 pm
Travis Head unleashes a fierce shot, sending the ball rocketing to the boundary for four runs. A much-needed boundary to keep the scoreboard ticking after the recent wicket.

Duffy strikes, Sharma caught by Jitesh | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 18/0 (2.0)
March 28, 2026 10:57 pm
Abhishek Sharma edges a delivery from Jacob Duffy and is caught behind by Jitesh Sharma, bringing an end to his brief innings. A crucial breakthrough for RCB.

Wicket! Abhishek Sharma departs
18/1

Batting

Abhishek Sharmac Jitesh Sharma

7(7)
4s: 0 6s: 1 SR: 100.00

Travis Headbatting

7(5)
4s: 1 6s: 0 SR: 140.00

Bowling

Jacob Duffy

1/8
1.1 ov Eco: 6.86

Bhuvneshwar Kumar

0/9
1.0 ov Eco: 9.00

Travis Head dispatches it to the boundary | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 13/0 (1.5)
March 28, 2026 10:57 pm
Travis Head plays a well-timed shot, sending the ball racing to the fence for four runs. A confident stroke that pushes the scoring along for Sunrisers Hyderabad.

Abhishek Sharma launches a huge maximum | Sunrisers Hyderabad – 7/0 (0.4)
March 28, 2026 10:59 pm
Abhishek Sharma dispatches the ball over the ropes for the first six of the innings, getting Sunrisers Hyderabad off to a flying start. A powerful stroke that sets the tone early.

Abhishek Sharma opens his account with a massive six
7/0

Batting

Abhishek Sharma
batting

6
(2)

0×41×6SR 300.00

Travis Head
batting

1
(2)

0×40×6SR 50.00

Bowling

Jacob Duffy
0-7

0.4 ov0 mdnEco 10.50

Squads Revealed for the Marquee Clash
March 28, 2026 11:00 pm
The playing XIs for both Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad have been announced, featuring a blend of explosive batsmen and strategic bowlers, setting the stage for a thrilling contest.

🏏 Playing XI

Royal Challengers Bengaluru

Virat Kohli
Batsman

Philip Salt
Keeper

Rajat Patidar
Batsman

Jitesh Sharma
Keeper

Tim David
Batsman

Romario Shepherd
All-rounder

Krunal Pandya
All-rounder

Bhuvneshwar Kumar
Bowler

Abhinandan Singh
Bowler

Jacob Duffy
Bowler

Suyash Sharma
Bowler

Sunrisers Hyderabad

Abhishek Sharma
Batsman

Travis Head
Batsman

Ishan Kishan
Keeper

Heinrich Klaasen
Keeper

Aniket Verma
Batsman

Nitish Kumar Reddy
All-rounder

Salil Arora
Keeper

Harsh Dubey
All-rounder

Harshal Patel
Bowler

Jaydev Unadkat
Bowler

Eshan Malinga
Bowler

The coin flips, Bengaluru to bowl first
March 28, 2026 11:01 pm
Royal Challengers Bengaluru have won the toss and their captain has elected to bowl first in this crucial encounter, setting the stage for an exciting chase.

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