Tim David showcased his power-hitting prowess for Royal Challengers Bangalore in the 2026 season of the Indian Premier League, reaffirming why the team retained him. The Australian cricketer smashed eight sixes in his unbeaten 70 off just 25 balls, helping Bangalore secure a 43-run victory over Chennai Super Kings. One of his hits, a colossal 106m strike that landed on the stadium roof, left spectators in awe.
David, who was named Player of the Match, mentioned how he had been practicing hitting balls on the roof during training sessions with his teammates, making his feat in the actual match even more satisfying. Bangalore currently leads the early-season standings with a superior net run rate compared to other teams like Rajasthan Royals, Delhi Capitals, and Punjab Kings, who also started with consecutive wins.
Rajat Patidar’s explosive 48 not out off 19 balls laid the groundwork for David’s late onslaught, as he capitalized on a Jamie Overton over to score 30 runs with four sixes. Despite Chennai Super Kings initially being on par with the required run rate, Bangalore’s late surge proved to be too much for them, resulting in their third consecutive loss and a bottom place on the table.
Head coach Stephen Fleming acknowledged Bangalore’s exceptional performance, admitting that the game slipped away from them in the final overs. With Bangalore’s strong start to the season, fans can expect more thrilling displays from Tim David and the rest of the team in the upcoming matches. The match took place on April 6, 2026.
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