In a high-stakes IPL 2025 clash, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) set a competitive total of 196 for 7 in their 20 overs against Chennai Super Kings (CSK). Captain Rajat Patidar led the charge with a brisk 51 off 32 balls, providing the foundation for RCB’s innings.

RCB’s Key Batting Highlights

  • Rajat Patidar (51 off 32) – Anchored the innings with well-timed strokes and aggressive hitting.

  • Virat Kohli (42 off 29) – Provided a steady start before falling to spin.

  • Glenn Maxwell (35 off 18) – Played a fiery cameo, smashing three sixes.

  • Dinesh Karthik (21 off 10)* – Finished strong with crucial boundaries in the death overs.

CSK’s Bowling Response

CSK’s bowlers tried to contain the flow of runs but struggled to break key partnerships. Deepak Chahar picked up 2 wickets, while Matheesha Pathirana kept things tight in the final overs.

Can RCB Defend 196?

With a solid total on the board, RCB’s bowlers will now be under pressure to restrict CSK’s powerful batting lineup. Will this score be enough, or can CSK chase it down? Stay tuned for the second innings!