Maratha king Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj sent his forces to counteract Sarja Khan, sent by Aurangzeb for the purpose of conquering Raigad.

In April 1685, Mughal emperor Aurangzeb managed to consolidate his power by first capturing Maratha allies, the Muslim kingdoms of Golkonda and Bijapur.

[3] Although the Marathas won, Hambirao Mohite was struck and killed by a cannonball during the battle.

[4] While the battle was a victory for the Marathas, the loss of the celebrated Hambirao Mohite weakened Sambhaji Maharaj's political position considerably and many of his troops deserted him.

[6] Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj went to the Western Ghats along with his close friend and counselor Kavi Kalash, leading eventually to the Mughal Army surrounding the Sambhaji Maharaj's camp and capturing the Maratha king.