RCB vs LSG Live Score 2026: Can Rajat Patidar’s RCB Chase Down Lucknow’s Total at Chinnaswamy?

The stage is set at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium for a thrilling second half as the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) prepare to chase a target of 147 runs against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). In a stadium usually known for 200+ scores, the RCB bowling attack has produced a masterclass to put the defending champions firmly in the driver's seat.

Innings Break: LSG Restricted to 146

Winning the toss and choosing to bowl first proved to be a masterstroke for RCB captain Rajat Patidar. The Lucknow Super Giants struggled to find any rhythm throughout their 20 overs, eventually finishing at 146 all out.

The highlight of the first innings was the sensational spell from young pacer Rasikh Salam Dar, who dismantled the LSG middle order with figures of 4/24. Veteran Bhuvneshwar Kumar was equally clinical, picking up 3/27, including the crucial wickets of Nicholas Pooran and George Linde.

The Injury Scare: Rishabh Pant Retires Hurt

A major talking point for LSG was skipper Rishabh Pant, who was forced to retire hurt early in the powerplay after being struck on the elbow by a sharp delivery from Josh Hazlewood. Though he bravely returned to the crease later in the innings, he could only add 1 run before falling to Bhuvneshwar Kumar. LSG’s resistance was largely led by Mitchell Marsh (40 off 32) and Mukul Choudhary (39 off 28), but it wasn't enough to reach a par total.

Can RCB Chase This Down?

On a Chinnaswamy deck that has seen scores of 200+ in both previous games this season, 147 should be a comfortable target for RCB’s star-studded lineup. With Virat Kohli and Phil Salt at the top, and an in-form Rajat Patidar (who has already amassed 195 runs this season) waiting in the middle order, the "Home of the Challengers" is expecting a swift victory.

However, LSG possesses a dangerous bowling attack. Mohammed Shami and Avesh Khan will need to strike early to put pressure on the RCB top order if Lucknow hopes to defend this modest total.

Bowling Brilliance by RCB

The RCB bowling unit operated with surgical precision. Josh Hazlewood provided immense pressure at one end, finishing with an incredible economy of 5.00. Krunal Pandya also chipped in with two crucial wickets against his former side, ensuring LSG remained under the thumb throughout the middle overs.