LSG Vs RCB : LSG Won By 9-Run Victory Over RCB (Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2026

LSG Vs RCB : LSG Won By 9-run victory over RCB (Royal Challengers Bengaluru ) at the Ekana Stadium In IPL 2026 On 7.5.2026

In yesterday’s high-scoring thriller (May 7, 2026), the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) secured a vital 9-run victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Ekana Stadium.

​Here is a quick breakdown of the action:

​Match Highlights

now Super Giants: 209/3 (19 overs)

​Royal Challengers Bengaluru: 203/6 (19 overs) — Target revised to 213 via DLS method

​Result: LSG won by 9 runs (DLS).

​Key Highlights:

​Mitchell Marsh's Masterclass: The Australian all-rounder was the undisputed star, smashing a sensational 111 off just 56 balls (including 9 sixes). He reached his century in 49 deliveries and was named Player of the Match.

​Rain Interruption: Weather played a role, reducing the game to 19 overs per side and complicating the chase for RCB with a revised target.

​RCB's Chase: Despite a disastrous start where Virat Kohli was dismissed for a two-ball duck by young pacer Prince Yadav, RCB stayed in the hunt thanks to captain Rajat Patidar’s explosive 61 off 31 balls.

​The Finish: Tim David (40) and Romario Shepherd (23*) brought RCB close, but Digvesh Rathi held his nerve in the final over to defend the total.

​Bowling Standout: Prince Yadav was the pick of the bowlers for Lucknow, finishing with figures of 3/33, including the crucial wicket of Kohli.

​What it Means? 

​This win finally snapped a six-match losing streak for Lucknow. While they remain at the bottom of the table, the victory keeps their slim playoff hopes alive. RCB, despite the loss, remains in 3rd place on the points table.