Durrani was taken unaware by the early morning attack, and decided to counter-attack during daylight. Durrani faced heavy initial losses. A stray bullet hit Vishwasrao, Bhau's nephew and heir to Nanasaheb Peshwa and he died on the spot.
Durrani was caught off guard by the early morning assault, and chose to retaliate during daylight. Durrani suffered heavy initial casualties. A stray bullet struck Vishwasrao, Bhau's nephew and heir to Nanasaheb Peshwa, killing him instantly.