A blockbuster encounter in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 witnessed Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) produce a stunning batting display against arch-rivals Chennai Super Kings (CSK), registering the highest total of the season so far. In what was billed as a high-profile showdown, RCB overcame a steady start to unleash complete carnage in the latter half of their innings.
Phil Salt, Devdutt Padikkal give RCB a flying start
After a cautious powerplay, Phil Salt and Devdutt Padikkal steadied the innings with a crucial partnership. Salt played an aggressive hand, scoring 46, while Padikkal notched up a composed half-century (50) to bring RCB firmly back into the contest. However, just when he looked set for a bigger score, Padikkal threw his wicket away with a needless shot — a moment that unexpectedly turned the game on its head.
Tim David’s explosive knock propels RCB to massive total
Padikkal’s dismissal paved the way for Tim David, and what followed was sheer destruction. Walking in with intent, David immediately shifted the momentum, taking on the CSK bowlers with fearless strokeplay. His clean hitting and brute power left the opposition searching for answers as boundaries began to flow at will.
At the other end, skipper Rajat Patidar provided the perfect support. While Patidar played a scintillating cameo of 48* off just 19 balls — smashing six towering sixes — it was David who stole the spotlight with an unforgettable innings. The Australian powerhouse hammered 70* off just 25 deliveries, striking at a phenomenal rate of 280, including 3 fours and a staggering 8 sixes.
Together, Patidar and David stitched an unbeaten 99-run partnership off just 35 balls, completely dismantling CSK’s bowling attack in the death overs. David, in particular, dominated the strike towards the end, ensuring RCB surged past the 250-run mark — a total that now stands as the highest in the ongoing season.
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Unsurprisingly, David’s breathtaking knock sent fans into a frenzy across social media. Cricket enthusiasts flooded platforms with reactions, praising his extraordinary power-hitting and ability to single-handedly change the course of the innings.
Many fans labelled it one of the most destructive cameos in IPL history, with several posts highlighting how David turned a strong total into a virtually unassailable one within a matter of overs. His fearless approach against both pace and spin drew admiration, while others pointed out how his finishing ability adds a new dimension to RCB’s batting lineup.
Here’s how fans reacted:
Tim David is such tough batsman to bowl to. Strong hitter on the offside cos of his set up but goes leg side too.
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) April 5, 2026
🥶🥶🥶 pic.twitter.com/UvhlXOKiA4
— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) April 5, 2026
🚨MEET RCB MONSTER TIM DAVID🚨
Runs – 70*.
Balls – 25.
Strike rate – 280.0.
Fours – 3.
Sixes – 8.CSK bowlers never forget today Tim David inning against them 😭 pic.twitter.com/TPHcG4v1HL
— Sam (@Cricsam01) April 5, 2026
TIM DAVID IS DEMOLISHING IN BENGALURU. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/BbI8UrG2rK
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) April 5, 2026
Credit Goes to Tim David and Rajat Patidar 💀🔥#RCBvsCSK #ipl20206 Overton pic.twitter.com/yeTuZ9rMse
— Prof cheems ॐ (@Prof_Cheems) April 5, 2026
Anushka Sharma’s reaction to Tim David’s monstrous hitting pic.twitter.com/cHHpi5Mwua
— Kevin (@imkevin149) April 5, 2026
TIM DAVID SMASHED FIFTY FROM JUST 21 BALLS 🥶🔥
– Tim David & Rajat Patidar has ended all the hopes of CSK. pic.twitter.com/He2wutFkln
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) April 5, 2026
THE DESTRUCTION OF TIM DAVID. 🔥🥶 pic.twitter.com/z6VbPuTXiq
— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) April 5, 2026
THE TIM DAVID SHOW AT THE CHINNASWAMY.
21 ball fifty Vs CSK. 🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/nZkC3i3jFU
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) April 5, 2026
Tim David Ne CSK Ke Dhage Khol Diye 😭
Kya Mara Hai 😢#RCBvCSK #RCBvsCSK #TATAIPL #IPL2026
— Cric Pe Bakwas (@CricPeBakwas) April 5, 2026
JAI TIM DAVID👊🏻👊🏻 pic.twitter.com/tOYHiLstPE
— Rohit Reddy (@imrohitredz) April 5, 2026
Today innings @RCBTweets batsmen wreaked havoc on the field, proving why they’re known for their fearless style. Tim David and Rajat Patidar’s bats were on fire today. 🤩❤️
Brilliant stuff💪🏻🔥#rcbvscsk
— Ajay Rawat (@iajyrawat) April 5, 2026
🚨 Anshul Kamboj no ball to Tim David will hurt CSK for forever
> Tim David was playing on 28 (13)
> Anshul Kamboj bowled him
> Ball turned out into no ball
> He smashed six on free hit
> After that he smocked 42 in next 12 ballsBig blunder from CSK 💔 pic.twitter.com/AoZuDUwCqP
— Tejash (@Tejashyyyyy) April 5, 2026
Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli’s reaction on Tim David’s back to back sixes was hilarious😭❤🔥
Tim David against CSK is like a hungry lion among a pack of sheep !!😅🔥
— Gillfied⁷ (@Gill_Iss) April 5, 2026
Tim David didn’t hit a six, he escorted the ball out with a goodbye gesture pic.twitter.com/J2yeREpD2y
— mon (@4sacinom) April 5, 2026
Tim david and patidhar #RCBvsCSK pic.twitter.com/aAJDBLQgyX
— Undisputed Sai (@Sai__128) April 5, 2026
TIM DAVID WE LOVE YOUUUU pic.twitter.com/KXwnEXj1YG
— ً (@manmarziiyaan) April 5, 2026
Tim David , Romario Shepard will now came in dream’s of CSK fans😂😂 pic.twitter.com/VPdzAB2VcW
— Vineet kumar Singh (@Vineetkrvks) April 5, 2026
Tim david you fcking monster💥💥 pic.twitter.com/j96ho6ClNU
— Ramadan🇵🇸 (@unfazed_cali) April 5, 2026
If Kohli fails, Salt will score.
If Salt fails, Kohli will score.
If both fail, Ddp will score.
If Ddp fails, Patidar will score.
If Patidar fails ,Tim David will score
If everyone fails,we still have Romario Shepherd and Jitesh.This the most lethal team in IPL history 😭🔥 pic.twitter.com/tjGqalOpeL
— Dive (@crickohlic) April 5, 2026
Rajat Patidar and Tim david to CSK bowlers😭
pic.twitter.com/OWIUNZDk9U— Ghar Ke Kalesh (@gharkekalesh) April 5, 2026
CSK fans condition after watching Rajat Patidar and Tim David batting #RCBvsCSK pic.twitter.com/xPhfVPqKtF
— Aditya (@adityacasm_) April 5, 2026
Tim David ra luchaaa🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/0W9wab26an
— strawberry (@ndukuchepali) April 5, 2026
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