IPL 2026: Phil Salt’s 78 off 36 Powers RCB to 240/4 Against Mumbai Indians at Wankhede

Philip Salt played a brilliant innings against the Mumbai Indians on 12 April 2026, at the Wankhede Stadium. From Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Philip Salt made 78 runs off just 36 deliveries. He attacked right from the beginning, and he started aggressively with his team. RCB raced to 100 runs in just 8.4 overs, which was the quickest by RCB.

Phil Salt’s Explosive Knock Powers RCB to Dominant Total vs MI

He made 6 fours and 6 sixes and took his fifty off only 25 balls. At one point in time, he made three consecutive boundaries followed by a six off Mayank Markande.

As Salt was batting aggressively, Virat Kohli batted cautiously at the other end and kept his feet firmly on the ground. As a result, he created pressure for Mumbai from the beginning.

Salt got out in the 11th over, attempting an audacious shot against Shardul Thakur. However, his role in his team’s innings was almost accomplished.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru posted an imposing total of 240/4. His innings proved Salt’s worth and helped RCB dominate the match from the very start.