RCB vs KKR 2nd Innings Dream11 Team, Fantasy Picks and Key Players to Watch - Match 57

Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders are set to clash in Match 57 of IPL 2026 at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium. RCB have enjoyed a superb campaign so far and are currently placed in 2nd position in the IPL points table after winning seven of their 11 outings. They head into this fixture on the back of a dramatic last-ball victory against the Mumbai Indians.

Mumbai Indians put up 167 runs after batting first, but Bengaluru managed to edge past the target. The top order failed to make a major impact, but Krunal Pandya held the innings together with a superb 73-run effort. Earlier in the innings, Bhuvneshwar Kumar delivered an excellent spell, finishing with four wickets while conceding only 23 runs.

Meanwhile, the Kolkata Knight Riders arrive after a convincing victory over the Delhi Capitals. Defending 142 looked difficult for Delhi, but KKR completed the chase with ease, reaching the target in only 14.2 overs with eight wickets in hand. Finn Allen starred with a breathtaking century off just 47 balls. On the bowling side, Kartik Tyagi and Anukul Roy made key contributions by taking two wickets each.

RCB vs KKR Match Details

RCB vs KKR Dream11 Team Today (2nd Innings)

If the Royal Challengers Bengaluru ends up chasing tonight, then Virat Kohli might just be the best option for captaincy, as per our RCB vs KKR 2nd Innings Dream11 Team.

Dream11 Team 1 (If RCB bats second)

Dream11 Team 2 (If KKR bats second)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Kolkata Knight Riders H2H Record

Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders share one of the longest-running rivalries in IPL history, with KKR holding the advantage in overall results. The two teams have faced each other 36 times in the tournament, where Kolkata have emerged victorious in 20 matches, while Bengaluru have won 15.

The RCB vs KKR H2H rivalry dates back to the opening game of the inaugural IPL season in 2008, a match remembered for Brendon McCullum’s unbeaten 158 that helped KKR register a commanding victory.

Players to Watch Out For in RCB vs KKR Match 57

• Virat Kohli has been a highly reliable fantasy selection this season, scoring 379 runs in IPL 2026 and continuing to anchor RCB’s batting lineup with consistency at the top. He will be eager to make a strong comeback after two consecutive ducks in the season.
• Finn Allen is turning into a game-changing fantasy asset for KKR, with his aggressive approach and splendid century this season making him one of the most dangerous batsmen in IPL 2026.