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IPL 2026: Royal Challengers Bengaluru versus Lucknow Super Giants, Virat Kohli impact sub for the first time, Josh Hazlewood player of the match
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Virat Kohli was introduced as an impact substitute for the first time in the IPL and his 49 led defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a comprehensive five-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants on Wednesday.
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- / Virat Kohli made his debut as an impact substitute in the IPL.
- / Royal Challengers Bengaluru won the match against Lucknow Super Giants by five wickets.
- / Josh Hazlewood was named player of the match.
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