IPL 2026: Will Virat Kohli play today vs LSG? Latest update on RCB star
Virat Kohli trained with his left knee heavily strapped after an ankle niggle in the previous match. Despite the strapping, he participated in an extended batting session, easing concerns about his availability for the upcoming game. Kohli has been in formidable form this IPL season.
NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru star batter Virat Kohli, who has been in ominous form in IPL 2026, had walked off the field with an ankle niggle during the match against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday. His availability for the clash against Lucknow Super Giants became a major talking point ahead of Wednesday’s game at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. However, Kohli attended the training session, practised, interacted with teammates, and shared light moments as he usually does.
The only concern was that the star batter was seen training with his left knee heavily strapped. In a video shared by LSG’s social media handle, Kohli was seen walking with his left knee strapped while meeting New Zealand great Kane Williamson. He greeted Williamson, who is part of LSG’s support staff, and also hugged LSG captain Rishabh Pant.
Despite the visible strapping, Kohli spent time in the nets and had an extended batting session, easing immediate concerns. In four matches so far this season, Kohli has scored 179 runs at an average of 59. 66 and a strike rate of 162.
72, including two fifties, with a highest score of 69*. In the previous outing against Mumbai Indians, he struck a 38-ball 50, hitting five fours and a six. RCB will once again rely on their strong batting unit as they look to overcome an inconsistent LSG side and move clear of the mid-table congestion.