RCB’s top-order collapse sparks strong reactions on social media after early blows from RR’s bowlers leave them reeling, with fans pointing to pitch conditions and disciplined bowling as key factors behind the Guwahati struggle.

Twitter is currently buzzing with reactions to Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) difficult start in their match against Rajasthan Royals (RR) at Guwahati on April 10, 2026. After being put in to bat, RCB's top order struggled significantly under the pressure of RR's bowling attack.

Fans on X (formerly Twitter) are reacting to a disastrous start where RCB lost early wickets, including opener Phil Salt for a golden duck in the very first over. Netizens were stunned when Virat Kohli was bowled by Ravi Bishnoi for 32 off 16 balls after a brief period of survival against Jofra Archer.Reactions have been largely critical as RCB fell to 72/4 within 7.5 overs, with the middle order crumbling under the disciplined lines of the RR bowlers.

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Many users noted the impact of the rain delay and moisture on the pitch, which seemed to assist RR's pacers, particularly Archer.

 

 

RCB faces batting collapse against RR bowlers

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are currently 72/4 after 7.5 overs in their match against Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati. The innings was a mix of early aggression and frequent wickets. After being put in to bat by RR, RCB lost Phil Salt on the very first ball of the match.

Virat Kohli was the top scorer with a brisk 32 off 16 balls (7 fours) before being bowled by Ravi Bishnoi in the 5th over. Ravi Bishnoi and Jofra Archer have been the standout bowlers for Rajasthan, picking up two wickets each and keeping the run rate under pressure after a fast start.

After a flurry of wickets, Rajat Patidar (14* off 14) and Jitesh Sharma (4* off 6) are in the middle. They are trying to steady the ship against a dominant RR bowling attack led by Ravi Bishnoi and Jofra Archer, who have both taken two wickets each.