During the IPL 2026 match on May 8 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, Virat Kohli of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) was left in disbelief after being bowled out by Prince Yadav's remarkable delivery against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).
The Lucknow Super Giants set a formidable target of 210 runs, scoring 209/3 in 19 overs, largely due to Mitchell Marsh's impressive 111 runs. In response, RCB struggled early in their innings, losing both openers, Jacob Bethell (4) and Kohli (0), and found themselves at a precarious 9/2.
Kohli's Reaction to the Unplayable Delivery
For any bowler, dismissing Virat Kohli, often hailed as one of the greatest modern-day batsmen, is a significant achievement. Prince Yadav, at just 24 years old, made headlines by claiming this coveted wicket.
The pivotal moment occurred on the second ball of the second over when Prince delivered a perfect ball that pitched well and sharply nipped back at a speed of 140.4 kph, catching Kohli off guard. The RCB star attempted a defensive shot against what he thought was an outswinging delivery, but the ball deviated inward, uprooting the off-stump and leaving Kohli momentarily stunned before he retreated to the dugout.
Celebration and Social Media Buzz
After achieving this remarkable feat, Prince Yadav celebrated enthusiastically with his teammates, running towards the square-leg area with his fists raised in triumph. Kohli's dismissal silenced RCB fans at the stadium, as the loss of their former captain shifted the momentum in favor of the Lucknow Super Giants.
The extraordinary delivery quickly became a hot topic on social media, particularly on X (formerly Twitter), where fans and cricket lovers praised Prince Yadav's skill. Clips of Kohli's stumps flying off went viral, with many calling it a 'once-in-a-lifetime delivery' and celebrating Yadav's composure.
Fans React to the Historic Moment
Social media was abuzz with reactions, with fans dubbing the delivery a 'dream ball' and comparing it to legendary dismissals. Comments ranged from admiration for Yadav's talent to humorous takes on Kohli's rare misjudgment. The moment solidified Prince Yadav's place in the highlights of IPL 2026.
Lucknow Super Giants ultimately secured their third victory of the season, winning by nine runs against RCB. Despite notable performances from Rajat Patidar (61 runs) and a late push from Tim David (40), Krunal Pandya (28), and Romario Shepherd (23), RCB could only manage 203/6 in their 19 overs. Prince Yadav led the bowling attack with impressive figures of 3/33 in four overs.
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