Punjab Kings Beat Rajasthan Royals By 10 Runs, Inch Closer To Playoffs!!
Match Details:
- Tournament: Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025
- Match Number: 59
- Date: 18 May 2025
- Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
- Toss: Rajasthan Royals won the toss and elected to bowl first.
Match Summary:
Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals – Who Won?
In a high-scoring thriller, Punjab Kings (PBKS) defeated Rajasthan Royals (RR) by 10 runs. Batting first, PBKS posted a formidable total of 219/5, thanks to impressive half-centuries from Nehal Wadhera and Shashank Singh. In response, RR managed 209/6, with Dhruv Jurel’s valiant 62* going in vain. Harpreet Brar’s economical spell of 3/22 was instrumental in PBKS’s victory.
IPL 2025 is heating up with thrilling matches, and today’s clash between Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals was no different. Cricket fans witnessed a nail-biting encounter where Punjab Kings showcased an outstanding performance. This article provides a detailed match report, including key highlights, top scorers, best bowlers, and the updated points table.
First Innings: Punjab Kings – 219/5 in 20 Overs
- Top Scorer: Nehal Wadhera – 62 off 41 balls
- Best Bowler (RR): Jofra Archer – 3 wickets for 25 runs in 4 overs
Second Innings: Rajasthan Royals – 209/6 in 20 Overs
- Top Scorer: Dhruv Jurel – 62* off 35 balls
- Best Bowler (PBKS): Harpreet Brar – 3 wickets for 22 runs in 4 overs
Key Highlights:
✅ Nehal Wadhera’s explosive 62 laid the foundation for PBKS’s massive total.
✅ Harpreet Brar’s match-turning spell of 3/22 stifled RR’s chase.
✅ Dhruv Jurel’s unbeaten 62 showcased resilience, keeping RR in the hunt till the end.
✅ PBKS’s victory propelled them closer to securing a playoff berth.
Player of the Match:
🏆 Harpreet Brar (Punjab Kings) for his exceptional bowling performance of 3/22 in 4 overs.
Updated Points Table:
| Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru | 12 | 8 | 4 | 16 | +0.45 |
| Punjab Kings | 12 | 8 | 4 | 16 | +0.32 |
| Rajasthan Royals | 12 | 7 | 5 | 14 | +0.28 |
| Chennai Super Kings | 12 | 6 | 6 | 12 | +0.15 |
What’s Next?
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