Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) have continued their sublime run in the ongoing IPL 2026 with the dominant win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday (April 15). RCB dominated both with ball and bat, as they first restricted LSG to a paltry total and then chased it down with ease at the packed stadium.
However, it was a special moment involving the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) icon Virat Kohli and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) owner Sanjiv Goenka that caught the attention and made it the best moment of this IPL 2026 clash in Bengaluru.
RCB hammer LSG to climb to the top of the IPL 2026 points table
Coming to the match, Royal Challengers Bengaluru produced a clinical all-round performance against Lucknow Super Giants in front of the home crowd. After being asked to bat first, LSG’s batting lineup collapsed under pressure, and they were bowled out for just 146 runs.
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The RCB bowlers kept things tight from the start and never allowed LSG batters to settle. Rasikh Salam was the standout bowler for the defending champions with a stunning spell of 4/24. Chasing the modest target, the home team looked in complete control.
Virat Kohli once again dominated the chase with a brilliant knock of 49 runs from 34 balls as RCB chased down the target in just 15.1 overs to record a five-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants and jump to the top of the IPL 2024 points table on Wednesday.
Virat Kohli and Sanjiv Goenka’s bond steals the spotlight after RCB’s dominant win over LSG
After the RCB vs LSG match, cameras caught Virat Kohli and Sanjiv Goenka having a warm exchange on the field. The LSG owner was seen appreciating Kohli’s performance and congratulated him on RCB’s dominant win at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.
Kohli and Goenka were seen sharing a warm and friendly interaction, and this moment went viral across social media platforms in no time. Despite his team’s defeat, Goenka’s respectful gesture towards the RCB icon earned him praise from fans, as they highlighted the spirit of the game.
Post-match smiles 😀✨
Virat Kohli and Sanjiv Goenka share a joyful moment together. 🤝 😍 #viratkohli #SanjivGoenka #RCBvsLSG #ipl2026 pic.twitter.com/FVRmiif5AS— Mah Noor 🇦🇪 (@EagleEy08902000) April 15, 2026
मैच के बाद विराट कोहली ने LSG के ऑनर संजीव गोयनका से मुलाकात कर मस्ती भरे बातें की ❣️👍 | #viratkohli #sanjivgoenka pic.twitter.com/85f84QtdtN
— Mukesh Kariyare (@mukesh_kariyare) April 16, 2026
Virat Kohli and Sanjiv Goenka’s professional link revealed
Interestingly, Kohli and Goenka have shared a professional connection. Over the years, both have been linked through several business and social initiatives. They previously worked together on the Indian Sports Honours initiative, which was started to celebrate Indian athletes on a big platform.
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Kohli was also associated with brands under the RPSG group, and both have taken part in charity-related sporting events like celebrity golf matches to support the underprivileged children. Goenka has often shown his respect for Kohli’s passion and energy on the field.
Kohli’s bat is on fire in IPL 2026 despite fitness scare
Speaking about his performance, Kohli is currently in remarkable form with the bat in the ongoing IPL 2026. He is holding the Orange Cap with 228 runs in just five matches, where he has already smashed two half-centuries. His numbers showed his consistency and hunger for runs remain despite retiring from T20I cricket in 2024.
There was also a minor concern around the former Indian captain’s fitness before this LSG game, as he was seen training with a bandage on his leg. However, Kohli played without any visible issues and led RCB’s batting line-up with confidence once again.
