RCB Dominates IPL 2026 Playoffs Race with Kohli's Century
IPL 2026 Playoffs Scenarios: RCB 92.6%, CSK 41.7%; This Team Has The Best Chance
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured a crucial 6-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders in Raipur, propelled by Virat Kohli's unbeaten century. RCB now holds a 92.6% chance of qualifying for the IPL 2026 playoffs, while Gujarat Titans lead with a 94.8% chance. Kohli also made history by becoming the first Indian to score 14,000 runs in T20 cricket.
- 01Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten 105 runs, marking his 9th IPL century.
- 02RCB is currently at the top of the IPL 2026 points table with 16 points from 12 matches.
- 03Gujarat Titans have the highest playoff qualification chance at 94.8%.
- 04Kolkata Knight Riders' playoff hopes are dim with only a 1.8% chance.
- 05Kohli became the fastest player to reach 14,000 T20 runs in just 409 innings.
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In a pivotal match for the IPL 2026 playoffs, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) triumphed over Kolkata Knight Riders by 6 wickets in Raipur. Virat Kohli's outstanding performance included an unbeaten 105 runs off 60 balls, marking his 9th IPL century and helping RCB chase down a target of 193 runs with 5 balls to spare. This victory places RCB at the top of the points table with 16 points from 12 matches. Despite RCB's strong position, the Gujarat Titans lead the playoff race with a 94.8% chance of qualification, followed closely by RCB at 92.6%. Other teams like Sunrisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings also have decent chances, while Kolkata Knight Riders' hopes are dwindling at just 1.8%. Kohli's achievement is historic as he becomes the first Indian to score 14,000 runs in T20 cricket, achieving this milestone faster than any other player in 409 innings.
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