IPL 2026: Mitchell Marsh equals KL Rahul Record after Century against RCB

Mitchell Marsh produced a match-defining masterclass with a whirlwind hundred, powering Lucknow Super Giants to a commanding position against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2026 match on Thursday.

Opting to bat first after RCB won the toss, Marsh unleashed an explosive start, racing to his fifty in just 20 balls. The Australian all-rounder tore into the bowling attack with a barrage of boundaries and sixes, setting the tone in the powerplay. He reached his maiden IPL century off only 49 deliveries, showcasing raw power and impeccable timing that left RCB's bowlers clueless.

Even after a brief rain interruption with LSG at 95/0 in 9 overs, Marsh showed no signs of slowing down. He continued his onslaught, punishing anything loose and building a platform for a total well above 230. His knock was laced with monstrous sixes and crisp drives, underlining his return to peak form.

This fiery innings comes at a crucial stage for LSG, boosting their playoff prospects significantly. For Marsh, it marks a much-needed statement after an inconsistent season, reaffirming his ability to single-handedly dominate T20 matches.RCB, aiming for a top-two finish, now face a steep chase on a batting-friendly surface. Their bowlers were made to toil as Marsh dictated proceedings from the outset.

Mitchell Marsh equals KL Rahul's LSG Record

With the century, Mithell Marsh has equalled the record of most tons for LSG along with KL Rahul, each with 2 to their name. The Aussie is also the second player to score a century against RCB for the Lucknow team.

Centuries for LSG in IPL

2 - KL Rahul
2 - Mitchell Marsh
1 - Quinton de Kock
1 - Marcus Stoinis
1 - Rishabh Pant