Prince Yadav Stuns Virat Kohli After Mitchell Marsh Hits Century in LSG vs RCB
The Lucknow Super Giants secured a critical victory over the Royal Challengers Bangalore, defending a 210-run target in a rain-curtailed 19-over match. Mitchell Marsh anchored the first innings with a 111-run century, while rookie fast bowler Prince Yadav delivered a massive blow to the RCB chase by bowling Virat Kohli in the second over.
Mitchell Marsh and Rishabh Pant Dominate RCB Bowlers
Despite three separate rain delays interrupting play, the LSG batting lineup maintained aggressive scoring rates. Mitchell Marsh led the charge, scoring 111 runs off just 56 deliveries. His innings included nine fours and nine sixes, dismantling the RCB bowling attack.
Marsh built two critical partnerships during the innings. He first added 95 runs with Arshin Kulkarni, followed by a 70-run stand with Nicholas Pooran. LSG captain Rishabh Pant finished the innings by scoring an unbeaten 32 runs off exactly 10 balls. These combined efforts pushed the team to an imposing total of 209 for 3.
Prince Yadav Bowls Virat Kohli in High-Speed Spell
Facing a required run rate of over 11 runs per over, RCB struggled immediately against the new ball. Veteran fast bowler Mohammed Shami opened the defense by dismissing RCB opener Jacob Bethell for four runs in the first over.
In the second over, young fast bowler Prince Yadav removed Virat Kohli. After starting Kohli with an outswinger, Yadav bowled a 140.4 kmph nip-backer that beat the batter’s defense. The ball went through the gate and hit the stumps, leaving RCB with two early wickets lost in the powerplay.
Match Statistics Summary
| Team/Player | Statistic/Performance |
|---|---|
| LSG Total | 209/3 (19 Overs) |
| Mitchell Marsh | 111 runs (56 balls) |
| Rishabh Pant | 32* runs (10 balls) |
| Prince Yadav | Bowled Virat Kohli (140.4 kmph) |
| Mohammed Shami | Dismissed Jacob Bethell (4 runs) |
The consecutive dismissals of Bethell and Kohli gave LSG early control in a must-win fixture. The victory keeps their playoff qualification chances active in the current Indian Premier League standings. Fans can find complete tournament records and player data on ESPNcricinfo and the BCCI official website.