RR vs RCB Highlights, IPL 2026: Jurel helps Rajasthan win by 6 wickets, Sooryavanshi plays explosive knock

That’s a wrap from Guwahati as Rajasthan Royals complete a commanding 6-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a high-scoring thriller. Powered by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s explosive knock and Dhruv Jurel’s composed finish, RR chase down the target comfortably to keep their winning momentum intact.

(On if he will be cutting a cake having not done so on his birthday due to sleeping early) Not today (laughs). Have to sleep early today because have an early flight tomorrow (smiles). I just try to do what I do in practice and try not to do extra, and back my natural game. (On facing Bumrah, Bhuvneshwar and Hazlewood) Back of the mind, it is there (on who is bowling). I try to play the ball and not the bowler, and play my game. My dad, my coaches, my guardian Romi sir here, they keep telling me that the journey is long, and to focus on my process and my game, without diverting my mind to different things. (On his disappointment at getting dismissed) If I am at the wicket, 10-20 runs extra can be scored or a target can be chased (1-2 overs earlier). That is what I get upset about – that I could play a little longer.

Keeping previous years in mind, we were not up to the mark (at this venue) but today was very clinical. The way we bowled, the way we started, we would have taken 200 but still felt 20 above par (because of the wickets we took through the middle). Should have restricted them to 170ish. This is a wicket where not a lot of sixes are hit down the ground off the spinners. We gave room and played into the batter’s hands. We put enough prep in Guwahati and Jaipur. We knew what the black soil does here. We were well prepared for any home game. Did not feel like a home game, but we were prepared. Before the start of the season, we wanted to be a team that assesses and adapts well. Having played on some sticky pitches, once we get a belter, we will do even well. (On Sooryavanshi) Everyone loves him and having him around. He likes eating stuff and going out. We try to make that available for him. He is still a kid. And he loves batting.

The way Vaibhav batted (and Jaiswal also bats), they make it feel easy and give confidence. Management has given me a chance to bat higher up. They have been asking to believe in myself and to back myself. (On Vaibhav) We just cannot believe how someone can hit it like that. We think we can not hit like that. He is a great talent. Best is to not say anything to him and we feel good that he is in our team. (On top order scoring a bulk of the runs so far) We have started well and hopefully later in the season, they (the middle order) will step up as well. If Vaibhav bats through the powerplay, it gets very easy for us.

The way we started in the powerplay, to get to 200, is a positive sign for us. The way their batters, especially Vaibhav, batted in the powerplay, it made the difference. The way we are batting in last few matches was brilliant but lots of learnings from this game. (On the Impact Player sub) Venky, Shepherd and KP were there, so we had to manage those overs with those bowlers, so it did not make a huge difference (not having Suyash). When we are playing this sort of competitive cricket, there will be lots of errors. But we need to learn from our mistakes.

Dhruv Jurel finished the chase in style as Rajasthan Royals comfortably chased down 202. Jurel played a composed knock alongside Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as they ensured RR never lost control of the chase despite brief hiccup because of RCB’s quick strikes.

Rajasthan Royals are firmly in control of the chase as Dhruv Jurel’s composed knock has taken them to the edge of victory. RCB are all but out of the match.

Dhruv Jurel is continuing his match-winning knock, powering Rajasthan Royals to 177/4 after 15 overs. He smashed a flurry of boundaries in this over off Abhinandan Singh. RR remain in control with just 25 needed from 30 balls.

Dhruv Jurel has scored a well-made half-century as Rajasthan Royals reach 163/4 after 14 overs. Despite Josh Hazlewood’s disciplined spell and constant pressure, RR remain in control with 39 needed off 36 balls.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar delivered a controlled over to keep Rajasthan Royals in check, conceding just four runs. RR are 145/4 after 12 overs. 

Krunal Pandya is applying pressure with a tight spell, conceding just four runs in the 11th over as Rajasthan Royals move to 141/4 after 11 overs. After the explosive start, RR have lost momentum with wickets slowing their charge, bringing RCB right back into the contest.

Josh Hazlewood has delivered a big breakthrough for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, removing Riyan Parag for 3 as Rajasthan Royals continue to lose momentum at a crucial stage. RR only need 68 off 62 balls but RCB have struck at the right time to pull things back after Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s explosive knock.

Krunal Pandya is turning the game on its head as he removes Shimron Hetmyer for a golden duck, putting RCB firmly back in the contest. Earlier, he dismissed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for 78 off 26 balls to pull things back a little.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s incredible knock finally came to an end as he fell for a blistering 78 off just 26 balls, caught by Virat Kohli at long-on off Krunal Pandya. The 15-year-old received a standing ovation after an innings that lit up the chase and kept Rajasthan Royals well ahead of the required rate.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is producing an unbelievable batting show, smashing 78 off just 25 balls as Rajasthan Royals race to 129/1 after 8 overs. Dhruv Jurel is also firing as RR remain in complete control of the chase.

Rajasthan Royals have raced to 111/1 after 7 overs with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi once again clearing the ropes in style and with ease. The teenager is looking unstoppable, while Dhruv Jurel is providing a strong support. RR are keeping the required rate high.

Dhruv Jurel has joined the party in style as Rajasthan Royals race to 97/1 after 6 overs in a stunning powerplay display. While Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has set the tone with explosive hitting, Jurel has now added fireworks of his own.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has brought up a sensational half-century off just 15 balls, equalling his own record from earlier in the season. Rajasthan Royals are 73/1 after 5 overs. The 15-year-old has completely dominated the RCB attack, keeping RR ahead in the chase of 202.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is producing another breathtaking display of strokeplay, smashing 41 off just 13 balls as Rajasthan Royals storm to 56/1 after 4 overs. Josh Hazlewood has been taken apart in his second spell by the youngster as the teenage sensation keeps RR well ahead in the chase of 202.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is lighting up the chase with another stunning knock, racing to 23 off just 9 balls as Rajasthan Royals reach 37/1 after 3 overs. The teenager has taken the attack to the RCB bowlers early, keeping RR well ahead of the required rate despite the early loss of Yashasvi Jaiswal.

Josh Hazlewood has provided RCB with an early breakthrough, dismissing Yashasvi Jaiswal after a brisk cameo to leave RR at 21/1 after 2 overs.

Rajasthan Royals are off to a steady start in their chase of 202, reaching 9/0 after the first over with 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi showing early intent. The youngster has already struck a couple of boundaries, while Yashasvi Jaiswal is looking to settle in as RR need 193 from 114 balls.

Venkatesh Iyer finished in style with a flurry of boundaries, including a towering six off the final ball, to take RCB past the 200-run mark. After early setbacks, a strong middle order show from Rajat Patidar and a late surge from Iyer have propelled Bengaluru to a competitive total. RR need 202 runs to win the match and keep their momentum intact.

RCB are pushing towards a competitive total, reaching 180/8 after 19 overs with Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Venkatesh Iyer chipping in at the death. Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, Bengaluru are still in sight of the 200-mark heading into the final over.

Rajat Patidar’s impressive knock came to an end as he departed for 63, falling to Sandeep Sharma just when RCB were building momentum. With three overs left and the score over 160, Bengaluru will now rely on the lower order to push towards a 200-plus total.

Rajat Patidar has played a crucial knock under pressure, bringing up a well-made half-century to take RCB to 150/7 after 16 overs. With wickets falling around him, Patidar’s composed innings is helping Bengaluru stay in the contest heading into the death overs.

Ravindra Jadeja dismissed Romario Shepherd, leaving RCB in deep trouble at 125/7 after 14 overs. Bengaluru are struggling to build momentum with wickets falling at regular intervals. They have subbed Venkatesh Iyer in place of Devdutt Padikkal to do the rescue job with seven overs remaining. This is Iyer’s first game for the franchise.

RCB’s innings continues to collapse as Tim David fell for 13 off 9 balls, handing Brijesh Sharma his second wicket and leaving the visitors at 94/6 after 11 overs. Meanwhile, the rain has also returned with a few drops seen pouring down in the over. No interruption as of yet.

The crowd in Guwahati has come alive with loud ‘RCB-RCB’ chants, backing the struggling visitors despite the collapse. Ravi Bishnoi looked visibly surprised by the support as his team is the home side and currently dominating the play.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s collapse continues as Jitesh Sharma is trapped lbw, leaving them struggling at 76/5 in 8.4 overs going into the strategic timeout. Rajasthan Royals have staged a strong performance in front of home fans, putting RCB on the back foot.