The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) faced a significant defeat against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), losing by 55 runs in the IPL 2026 match held at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. However, the aftermath of the game was overshadowed by a heated exchange between RCB's former captain, Virat Kohli, and SRH's Australian opener, Travis Head. The tension began during the match when Kohli mocked Head's role as an Impact Player, leading to a verbal confrontation. Kohli's performance was underwhelming, as he scored only 15 runs before being dismissed by Sakib Hussain. After Kohli's dismissal, Head retaliated with a sharp remark, which further aggravated Kohli. Following the match, Kohli refused to shake hands with Head, a moment that quickly went viral on social media. Fans from both sides have been actively discussing the incident, and with the possibility of future encounters in the playoffs, the rivalry between Kohli and Head is expected to intensify.