Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Match Scorecard: Kohli’s Unbeaten 105 Powers RCB to Six-Wicket Win
Royal Challengers Bengaluru produced one of the most composed chases of IPL 2026 as they defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by six wickets in Match 57 at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium in Raipur. In a rain-delayed contest that began 75 minutes late, RCB successfully chased 193, finishing on 194/4 in 19.1 overs after KKR had posted 192/4 in their 20 overs.
At the centre of the result was Virat Kohli, who delivered a vintage chase-master performance with an unbeaten 105 off 60 balls. His innings, featuring 11 fours and three sixes, not only sealed the match but also pushed RCB back to the top of the IPL 2026 points table with 16 points.
Match Snapshot
Match: Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, 57th Match, IPL 2026
Venue: Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur
Date: May 13, 2026
Toss: Royal Challengers Bengaluru elected to field first
Result: Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Kolkata Knight Riders by 6 wickets
Player of the Match: Virat Kohli
KKR: 192/4 in 20 overs
RCB: 194/4 in 19.1 overs
KKR Set a Competitive 192/4
Kolkata Knight Riders’ innings had early momentum but also early disruption. Finn Allen struck 18 off 8 balls before falling to Bhuvneshwar Kumar, while captain Ajinkya Rahane made 19 off 13 before Josh Hazlewood dismissed him. At 48/2 inside the fifth over, KKR needed consolidation as much as acceleration.
That stability came through Angkrish Raghuvanshi and Cameron Green. Raghuvanshi played the standout innings for KKR, scoring 71 off 46 balls with seven fours and three sixes. Green added 32 off 24 balls before Rasikh Salam bowled him, while Rinku Singh supplied late momentum with an unbeaten 49 off 29 balls.
KKR eventually closed on 192/4, a total that looked competitive on a two-paced surface but not entirely safe against a side with Kohli anchoring the chase.
Kolkata Knight Riders Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Dismissal | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ajinkya Rahane | c & b Hazlewood | 19 | 13 | 3 | 1 |
| Finn Allen | c Jitesh Sharma b Bhuvneshwar Kumar | 18 | 8 | 3 | 1 |
| Angkrish Raghuvanshi | run out | 71 | 46 | 7 | 3 |
| Cameron Green | b Rasikh Salam | 32 | 24 | 3 | 1 |
| Rinku Singh | not out | 49 | 29 | 3 | 2 |
| Extras | lb 1, w 2 | 3 | |||
| Total | 20 overs | 192/4 |
RCB’s Chase: Control, Class and Kohli
RCB’s reply was built around Kohli’s command of the chase. Jacob Bethell made 15 off 12 before Kartik Tyagi dismissed him, but Devdutt Padikkal then joined Kohli for the decisive partnership. The pair added 92 runs for the second wicket, taking RCB into a position from which the chase never truly slipped away.
Padikkal’s 39 off 27 balls gave RCB tempo through the middle overs, while Kohli moved through gears with clinical precision. He reached his fifty off 32 balls and later completed his ninth IPL hundred off 58 balls. The innings was especially significant because Kohli entered the match after two successive ducks.
KKR did find wickets through Kartik Tyagi, who finished with 3/32, and Sunil Narine, who removed Rajat Patidar. But the missed chances hurt Kolkata. Kohli was dropped on 21, and Padikkal was also given a life. Against a batter of Kohli’s experience in a chase, those errors became decisive.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru Batting Scorecard
| Batter | Dismissal | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob Bethell | c & b Kartik Tyagi | 15 | 12 | 2 | 1 |
| Virat Kohli | not out | 105 | 60 | 11 | 3 |
| Devdutt Padikkal | c Ajinkya Rahane b Kartik Tyagi | 39 | 27 | 7 | 0 |
| Rajat Patidar | c Ajinkya Rahane b Sunil Narine | 11 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| Tim David | c Manish Pandey b Kartik Tyagi | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Jitesh Sharma | not out | 8 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Extras | lb 4, w 10 | 14 | |||
| Total | 19.1 overs | 194/4 |
Bowling Figures: Tyagi Impresses, Narine Controls
Kartik Tyagi was KKR’s best bowler, taking three wickets and keeping the contest alive. His dismissals of Bethell, Padikkal and Tim David gave Kolkata moments of belief, while Narine remained economical with 1/31 from four overs. But Vaibhav Arora’s 0/48 and Anukul Roy’s 0/36 proved costly in a chase where margins were tight.
For RCB, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood and Rasikh Salam each took one wicket. No RCB bowler dominated the innings, but the attack prevented KKR from turning a good platform into a total beyond 200.
What Kohli Said After the Match
Kohli’s post-match remarks captured the mentality behind the innings. Speaking after being named Player of the Match, he said:
“Well, the celebration wasn’t a big one because we know the importance of the points right now.”
He added:
“I know if I bat for long enough in the game, our chances of winning become higher.”
Kohli also reflected on pressure and preparation:
“There’s a reason why people say pressure is a privilege. It actually keeps you humble, keeps you focused, makes you work hard at practice again.”
His second part of the interview underlined why the innings looked so controlled:
“Well, just my positions at the crease, you know, not trying to do anything extravagant, just backing my game, hitting a lot of fours, hitting gaps, being clear as to where I wanted to hit sixes.”
Rahane: KKR Believed 190 Was Competitive
KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane felt his side had enough runs to defend, but admitted that chances against Kohli must be taken.
“I mean, we thought 190 was actually a competitive total on that wicket.”
Rahane added:
“While defending the total, catch of Virat Kohli sometimes, you know, you want to hang on to one of the catch because this wicket was slightly tricky, not an easy wicket to a new batter.”
That missed opportunity became the turning point. Once Kohli survived and settled, KKR’s bowling attack struggled to force him into risk.
Points Table Impact: RCB Rise, KKR Slip
The result carried major playoff implications. RCB moved to 16 points from 12 matches, rising to the top of the table with a net run rate of 1.053. KKR, meanwhile, remained on 9 points from 11 matches, with their playoff hopes becoming more difficult after the defeat.
The win also ended KKR’s four-match winning streak. For RCB, it strengthened their push for a top-two finish, which would be crucial in the playoff structure.
Key Records and Milestones
Kohli’s hundred added another chapter to his IPL legacy. The innings was his ninth IPL century and one of RCB’s highest successful chases against KKR. The chase of 193 in Raipur surpassed RCB’s previous highest successful chase against KKR, which was 184 at Eden Gardens in 2016.
The match also placed Kohli among major IPL record lists, including most hundreds in chases and most Player of the Match awards by Indian players. His 105 not out also moved him to 484 runs for the season, placing him third in the IPL 2026 Orange Cap race at that stage.
Why This Scorecard Matters
This was more than a high-scoring league match. It was a result that shaped the playoff race, restored RCB’s momentum, exposed KKR’s vulnerability without complete bowling control, and reaffirmed Kohli’s unmatched value in run chases.
For KKR, the scorecard shows both promise and frustration: Raghuvanshi’s 71 and Rinku’s unbeaten 49 were strong contributions, but the bowling and fielding could not defend 192. For RCB, the numbers tell a cleaner story: a disciplined chase, one commanding anchor, and enough support around him to turn a difficult target into a controlled finish.
Conclusion
The Kolkata Knight Riders vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru match scorecard will be remembered for Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 105, but the full story lies in the pressure of the chase, the dropped chances, and the playoff consequences. KKR had a competitive total. RCB had a master of the chase.
By reaching 194/4 with five balls to spare, Royal Challengers Bengaluru not only claimed two vital points but also sent a strong message heading into the final stage of the league phase: when Kohli bats deep, even 193 can look manageable.
