In IPL 2026, Deepak Chahar made headlines by dismissing Virat Kohli, marking a challenging moment for the star batsman. The incident occurred during a match between the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and the Mumbai Indians in Raipur.
Key Moments in the Match
During RCB’s chase, Kohli faced Chahar’s delivery right after the innings break. Kohli attempted to loft the ball but misjudged the bounce, leading to a catch by Raj Bawa. This unfortunate dismissal resulted in a golden duck for Kohli, as he fell on the very first ball.
Kohli’s Rare Back-to-Back Ducks
This match marked Kohli’s second consecutive duck in the IPL 2026 season. Previously, he had been dismissed for a two-ball duck by Prince Yadav against the Lucknow Super Giants. Remarkably, this situation represents only the second time Kohli has recorded ducks in successive innings during his IPL career.
- First instance: 2022 season against LSG and Sunrisers Hyderabad.
- Current instance: IPL 2026 against Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants.
Deepak Chahar’s Impact
Deepak Chahar’s first breakthrough was significant, as he continued his impressive form by quickly taking another wicket. In the third over, he dismissed Devdutt Padikkal, putting RCB in a precarious position early in their innings.
Mumbai Indians’ Innings
Earlier in the match, Mumbai Indians faced a rocky start but managed to post a total of 166 runs for the loss of seven wickets. After a poor opening, Bhuvneshwar Kumar shone with the new ball, claiming the wickets of Ryan Rickelton, Rohit Sharma, and Suryakumar Yadav, leaving Mumbai at a precarious 28 for 3.
However, Tilak Varma played a crucial role in stabilizing the innings. He scored a calm 57 runs off 42 balls. Naman Dhir also contributed significantly with an important 47 runs, helping Mumbai reach a challenging total on a pitch that offered uneven bounce and assistance to seam bowlers.
Conclusion
In summary, Deepak Chahar’s remarkable bowling performance disrupted RCB’s chase of a competitive total. With Kohli’s early dismissal, RCB faced significant pressure, highlighting a difficult outing for one of IPL’s most celebrated players.
