LIVE RR vs RCB IPL 2026 Live Score Today 16th Match: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Leads Charge For Rajasthan In Run-Chase

Rajasthan Royals carried their powerplay momentum forward brilliantly. After finishing the first six overs at 97/1, they continued the assault in the middle overs.

In the 7th over, Krunal Pandya was taken apart as RR added 14 runs, with Dhruv Jurel and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi rotating strike and finding boundaries. The score moved to 111/1 after 7 overs, bringing up a stunning 100-run partnership.

The 8th over saw even more carnage, this time against Tim David. Jurel started with a boundary, before Sooryavanshi launched back-to-back sixes to keep the pressure on. RR piled on 18 runs in the over to reach 129/1 after 8 overs, firmly cruising in the chase.

Brijesh Sharma concedes 9 runs in the 19th over as RCB try to push towards a competitive finish. Bhuvneshwar Kumar finds the boundary with a powerful shot over covers, while both batters rotate the strike with singles and a couple. At the end of 19 overs, RCB reach 180/8.

Sandeep Sharma delivers a tight 18th over, conceding just 5 runs while picking up the crucial wicket of Rajat Patidar at the very start. With the set batter gone, RCB struggle to find momentum as Venkatesh Iyer and Bhuvneshwar Kumar manage only singles. At the end of 18 overs, RCB move to 171/8.

Ravi Bishnoi’s final over goes for 16 runs as Rajat Patidar takes the attack to him, smashing back-to-back sixes to boost RCB’s total. Venkatesh Iyer chips in with a couple of runs as well, helping the team reach 166/7 after 17 overs.

However, the momentum is quickly checked at the start of the next over as Sandeep Sharma dismisses Patidar for a well-made 63, bringing a crucial end to RCB’s innings backbone.

Jofra Archer returns and concedes 7 runs in the tenth over. Tim David finds the boundary with a pull shot, while Rajat Patidar rotates the strike. RCB move to 89/5 after 10 overs, looking to rebuild in the second half of the innings.

Brijesh Sharma strikes in his first over, conceding 9 runs and picking up a key wicket. Jitesh Sharma is trapped LBW, reducing RCB to five down. Tim David provides a quick boost with a boundary and a couple, but the damage is done as RCB slip to 82/5 after 9 overs.

Ravindra Jadeja keeps things under control in the eighth over, conceding 7 runs. Rajat Patidar finds the boundary with a well-timed inside-out shot, while the rest are mostly singles. RCB move to 72/4 after 8 overs, trying to rebuild after the early setbacks.

Ravi Bishnoi continues to impress with another tight over, conceding just 4 runs while picking up his second wicket. Krunal Pandya departs after a brilliant low catch, leaving RCB in trouble. With wickets falling in clusters and pressure mounting, RCB slip to 65/4 after 7 overs.

Nandre Burger keeps things tight in the sixth over, giving away just 3 runs. Both Rajat Patidar and Krunal Pandya struggle to find boundaries, with Oman’s disciplined bowling continuing to build pressure. At the end of 6 overs, RCB move to 61/3.

Ravi Bishnoi makes an immediate impact, conceding just 3 runs in the fifth over while striking a crucial blow. He cleans up Virat Kohli for 32, halting RCB’s momentum at a key stage. With tight bowling and a big wicket, RCB slip to 58/3 after 5 overs.

Sandeep Sharma comes into the attack and concedes 10 runs in the fourth over. Virat Kohli continues his fluent start, striking two elegant boundaries, including a classic cover drive. Rajat Patidar takes time to settle as RCB move to 55/2 after 4 overs.

A dramatic start to the innings as Jofra Archer strikes on the very first ball, dismissing Phil Salt and putting RCB under early pressure. However, Devdutt Padikkal counter-attacks with a flurry of boundaries, while Virat Kohli gets going with a streaky four. RCB finish the first over at 13/1.

The second over from Nandre Burger proves expensive, leaking 19 runs. Kohli finds his rhythm with a couple of crisp boundaries, while extras also contribute to the surge. RCB accelerate quickly to 32/1 after 2 overs.

Archer returns in the third over and keeps the contest alive. Despite Kohli smashing three boundaries, Archer picks up his second wicket by dismissing Padikkal for 14. At the end of 3 overs, RCB are 45/2, with momentum slightly in their favour but RR striking at key moments.

The umpires have had a discussion with the curator, and the centre cover is now being removed. Rajasthan Royals players are back on the field and have begun their warm-ups, with Jofra Archer, Sandeep Sharma, and Nandre Burger loosening up with the ball.

The ground staff initially began removing the centre cover, suggesting a possible restart. However, they soon halted the process and decided to put the cover back on, indicating further delay.

A light drizzle has returned, forcing the covers back onto the field and causing another delay in the start. It’s only a brief shower for now, so there’s still hope that conditions will improve soon and allow for a full T20 contest.

Positive update—the match is set to resume as the covers have been fully removed. The toss is scheduled for 8:00 PM, with play getting underway at 8:15 PM.

The rain has eased, and preparations are now in full swing to get play underway. Ground staff have brought in the super soppers and are working tirelessly to remove excess moisture from the outfield. With conditions steadily improving, efforts are focused on making the surface match-ready as soon as possible, allowing the toss to take place without further delay.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru hold a slight edge over Rajasthan Royals in their overall head-to-head record, leading 17-14. This advantage becomes even more evident in recent seasons, with RCB winning four of the last six meetings between the two sides since 2023. Their consistent performances in these encounters highlight a competitive rivalry, with RCB managing to come out on top more often in closely fought contests.

Evening conditions in Guwahati are expected to be pleasant, with temperatures around 26°C at the start, gradually dropping to near 17°C later. The weather should remain comfortable, creating ideal conditions for players and spectators alike.

Weather could play a role in Guwahati, with rain expected earlier on Friday. However, forecasts indicate showers mainly between 2 PM and 3 PM, with conditions improving later. The good news is that the weather is likely to clear by the evening, minimizing any disruption to the match.