IPL 2026 RCB vs KKR Match 57 Result

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) kept their hopes of defending the title alive by winning against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by six wickets in Raipur on May 13, 2026. Although rain delayed the start, KKR still put up a score of 192/4 thanks to Angkrish Raghuvanshi’s 71 runs and Rinku Singh’s unbeaten 49 runs. In the second innings, Virat Kohli took center stage as he recovered from two previous ducks to score an impressive 105* off 60 balls and led RCB to a total of 194/4 in just 19.1 overs. Here’s the detailed analysis of the RCB vs KKR match result.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) Innings: Raghuvanshi-Rinku’s Fireworks

KKR’s innings went from a rough start to a strong comeback and finished the powerplay at 48/2 thanks to Finn Allen’s quick 18 runs and Ajinkya Rahane’s 19 runs. Angkrish Raghuvanshi brought stability with a stylish 71 runs and built partnerships with Cameron Green (32 runs) and later Rinku Singh (49 runs not out). Ultimately, Raghuvanshi’s calmness and Rinku’s explosive batting transformed a wobbly beginning into a challenging target. Their partnership of 76 runs helped KKR reach 192/4.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Innings: Kohli’s Chase Masterclass

While chasing a target of 193 runs, RCB transformed the match into a showcase for Virat Kohli. After experiencing two consecutive ducks, hhe made a strong comeback and scored an impressive unbeaten 105 runs. Jacob Bethell contributed 15 runs before getting out early but Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal formed a vital partnership of 92 runs. Even after Padikkal (39 runs) and Rajat Patidar (11 runs) were dismissed, Kohli maintained his grip on the game. Jitesh Sharma (8 runs) sealed the victory with the winning boundary and allowed RCB to chase down the target with five balls to spare.

RCB vs KKR Match Result: Key Moments

• Angkrish Raghuvanshi (KKR) played a composed knock of 71 runs.
• Cameron Green (32 runs) and Rinku Singh (49 runs not out) supported Raghuvanshi’s innings.
• Kohli (RCB) was dropped on 21 runs by Powell while Padikkal (RCB) survived on 22 runs.
• Kohli and Padikkal forged a crucial 92-run stand.
• Kohli showcased a chase masterclass by scoring 105 runs off 60 balls.

Points Table Impact

Royal Challengers Bengaluru climbed to the top with 16 points and an NRR of +1.053, while Kolkata Knight Riders remain 8th with 9 points an NRR of -0.198. Here’s how the points table looks after RCB’s win over KKR – Updated Points Table.

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