The 27th match of the IPL 2024 season unfolded on April 13, pitting the Punjab Kings (PBKS) against the Rajasthan Royals (RR). The clash took place at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur. In a nail-biting encounter, the Rajasthan Royals emerged victorious, chasing down a modest target set by the hosts.
Here are the key highlights from the match:
- Toss and Decision:
- RR won the toss and elected to field first.
- Stand-in captain Sam Curran led the PBKS side.
Inning-1 (PBKS Batting):
- PBKS managed 147 runs for 8 wickets in their allotted 20 overs.
- Ashutosh Sharma top-scored with 31 runs off 16 balls.
Inning-2 (RR Batting):
- RR chased down the target, scoring 152 runs for 7 wickets in 19.5 overs.
- Yashasvi Jaiswal played a crucial innings, contributing 39 runs off 28 balls.
Bowling Performances:
- RR’s Keshav Maharaj was the standout bowler, claiming 2 wickets for 23 runs.
- For PBKS, Kagiso Rabada also took 2 wickets for 18 runs.
Player of the Match:
- Shimron Hetmyer of RR was named the Player of the Match for his impactful performance.
Coaching Staff:
- PBKS: Trevor Bayliss (head coach), Brad Haddin (assistant coach), and others.
- RR: Kumar Sangakkara (director of cricket and head coach), Trevor Penney (assistant coach), and more.
In a thrilling encounter, the Rajasthan Royals held their nerve to secure a 3-wicket win over the Punjab Kings. The match showcased intense battles between bat and ball, leaving fans on the edge of their seats. With this victory, RR continues its campaign in the IPL 2024 season, while PBKS looks to regroup and bounce back in the upcoming fixtures.
Stay tuned for more exciting cricket action as the tournament unfolds! 🏏🔥