Kohli Falls for Duck as RCB Loses to LSG by 9 Runs

Royal Challengers Bengaluru lost to Lucknow Super Giants by 9 runs through the DLS method in their Indian Premier League 2026 match at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on Thursday. The key moment of the match was the dismissal of Virat Kohli, who was bowled by LSG pacer Prince Yadav for a duck.

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar later spoke about Kohli's reaction, comparing it to that of Sachin Tendulkar. Manjrekar noted that both batters would often look down at the pitch after getting out, as if something untoward had happened.

Manjrekar said this reaction is common among top batters, who have a strong belief in their own ability and do not immediately look within or become self-critical when faced with a setback.

The former India batter added that great batters like Kohli and Tendulkar have high self-confidence, which does not dip quickly even after a dismissal.

The IPL will continue with its scheduled matches, with the next set of fixtures to be played over the weekend. The teams will look to regroup and come back stronger in their upcoming matches.