IPL 2026: RR Beat RCB by Six Wickets, Sooryavanshi and Jurel Power Rajasthan to Victory
RR beat RCB by 6 wickets in IPL 2026 Guwahati match as Sooryavanshi and Jurel power Rajasthan Royals to chase 202 successfully.
In an exciting IPL 2026 match in Guwahati, Rajasthan Royals (RR) defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) by six wickets, thanks to explosive innings from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Dhruv Jurel. Chasing a target of 202, RR reached 202 for 4 in 18 overs, sealing the win with two overs to spare.
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RR vs RCB IPL 2026 Match Result: Rajasthan Royals Chase 202 Successfully
The match saw a strong performance from Rajasthan Royals’ batting lineup:
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored a blistering 78 off 26 balls
- Dhruv Jurel remained unbeaten with 80+ runs off 43 balls
- The duo added a 108-run partnership in just 37 balls
Their aggressive approach ensured RR stayed ahead throughout the chase.
RCB Post 201/8 After Rajat Patidar’s Fighting Fifty
Batting first, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) posted a competitive total:
- 201 for 8 in 20 overs
- Rajat Patidar led with a solid 63 runs
- Contributions from:
- Virat Kohli – 32
- Romario Shepherd – 22
- Venkatesh Iyer – 29
Despite a strong total, RCB bowlers struggled to contain RR’s aggressive batting.
Key Bowling Performances in RR vs RCB Match
For Rajasthan Royals:
- Jofra Archer – 2/33
- Ravi Bishnoi – 2/32
- Brijesh Sharma – 2/37
For RCB:
- Krunal Pandya – 2/30
- Josh Hazlewood – 2/44
Although Krunal Pandya picked up crucial wickets, RR maintained momentum.
Match Turning Point: Sooryavanshi–Jurel Partnership
The game changed with the 108-run second-wicket partnership between Sooryavanshi and Jurel. Their rapid scoring reduced pressure during the chase, neutralized RCB’s bowling attack, and set up an easy finish. Jurel later partnered with Ravindra Jadeja (24) to complete the chase.
The RR vs RCB IPL 2026 match in Guwahati ended with a convincing six-wicket win for Rajasthan Royals. With Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Dhruv Jurel leading the chase, RR showcased strong batting depth. This victory strengthens Rajasthan Royals’ position in the tournament, while RCB will look to improve their bowling performance in upcoming matches.
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