IPL 2026 (Watch): Virat Kohli stunned as Tim David hits Lungi Ngidi for a powerful flat six in RCB vs DC

Virat Kohli watched with confidence as Tim David sent Lungi Ngidi into the stands in RCB vs DC

The highlight of RCB’s innings came in the 12th over, a moment that quickly went viral on social media. On the second ball of the 11th over (11.2), Delhi’s fast bowler lungi ngidi Looked for a yorker, but instead bowled an overpitched ball to Tim David in the right place.

David, known for his immense strength, didn’t just hit the ball; They pulverized him. Remaining absolutely still, David hit a “flat” straight six that rocketed off the right side of the vision screen, with such low altitude and so much speed that it seemed to defy physics. standing in the dugout Virat Kohli Was captured looking completely surprised. The former captain’s mouth was left open as he watched the ball disappear into the Bangalore sunshine, his reaction mirroring the feelings of the 40,000 fans present. It was a testament to the ‘pure power’ that David brought to the RCB middle order, a hitting that would turn even the game’s greatest icons into spectators.

However, this high did not last forever. captain of dc Akshar Patel In a strategic move, David was ultimately tempted to play a foul shot. In an attempt to accelerate, David played a ball from Axar into the hands of the short third-man fielder, returning to the pavilion after scoring 26 runs from 17 balls. After his departure, RCB had to bear the burden of reaching only 175/8 in their 20 overs.

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David’s impressive performance for RCB in IPL 2026

David’s performance against Delhi Capitals is not an isolated incident; It is the continuation of a career-defining season for the Australian finisher. After being re-acquired by RCB for ₹3 crore in the 2025 mega-auction, David has transformed from a hit-or-miss cameo player to the backbone of Bangalore’s death-overs strategy.

Heading into the 2026 season, David’s stats have been like a video game. In 6 matches, he has scored 173 runs at an astonishing average of 86.50, which included four not-out finishes. Perhaps most impressive, his strike rate of 203.52 makes him the most dangerous batsman of the tournament in the last five overs.

Tim David: IPL 2026 statistical details