6th

Match

IPL No : #770

Thu, 24 September 2020, Starts from 19:30

Kings XI Punjab - 3/206 (20 ov)

Royal Challengers Bangalore - 109

Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai

Kings XI Punjab innigs
3/206 (20 ov)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
KL Rahul
not out
132069147191.30 In 2020153168 Career213019289
MA Agarwal
b Chahal
2602040130.00 In 2020115114 Career138112856
N Pooran
c de Villiers b Dube
170181094.44 In 20201710 Career10295979
GJ Maxwell
c Finch b Dube
5060083.33 In 2020600 Career3233248171
KK Nair
not out
150820187.50 In 20201620 Career148016039
Extras
11 (4w, 1nb, 4lb, 2b)
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Total
3/206 (20 overs, 10.3rpo)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
U Yadav3035012651 In 20200144/24 Career119528
DW Steyn4057014554 In 20201144/27 Career114117
NA Saini403709860 In 20202172/24 Career13158
YS Chahal402516820 In 20204194/25 Career103557
Washington Sundar201307210 In 2020063/16 Career16141
S Dubey3033211322 In 20204102/15 Career413
Royal Challengers Bangalore innigs
109
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
Devdutt Padikkal
c Ravi Bishnoi b Cottrell
1020050.00 In 20205780 Career5780
AJ Finch
b Ravi Bishnoi
200213095.23 In 20204942 Career4038384152
JR Philippe
lbw b Mohammed Shami
003000.00 In 2020100 Career7997623
V Kohli
c Ravi Bishnoi b Cottrell
1050020.00 In 20201500 Career5427480190
AB de Villiers
c Khan b Ashwin
2801841155.55 In 20207983 Career4854396229
Washington Sundar
c Agarwal b Ravi Bishnoi
3002721111.11 In 20203021 Career10575
S Dubey
b Maxwell
1201201100.00 In 20201901 Career5914
U Yadav
b Ravi Bishnoi
002000.00 In 2020000 Career122114
NA Saini
b Ashwin
6071085.71 In 2020610 Career810
DW Steyn
not out
1020050.00 In 2020100 Career170143
YS Chahal
lbw b Ashwin
1030033.33 In 2020100 Career2200
Extras
9 (4w, 1nb, 4lb, 2b)
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Total
10/109 (17 overs, 6.41rpo)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
SS Cotterrell3017261211 In 20204254/20 Career66349
Mohammad Shami3014151020 In 20204253/15 Career44276
Ravi Bishnoi4032381231 In 20204213/32 Career421
M Ashwin302137930 In 2020393/21 Career18146
JDS Neesham201307501 In 2020053/33 Career962
GJ Maxwell201015510 In 2020153/26 Career43208

Match Report: Kings XI Punjab vs Royal Challengers Bangalore - Match 6 of IPL 2020

In an electrifying encounter on September 24, 2020, Kings XI Punjab (KXIP) showcased their batting prowess by posting a formidable total of 206 runs, a target that proved insurmountable for the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), who were bowled out for just 109 runs, resulting in a comprehensive 97-run victory for KXIP at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

Kings XI Punjab Innings

KXIP's innings was anchored magnificently by captain KL Rahul, who recorded a staggering 132 runs off just 69 balls, an innings that included 14 fours and 7 sixes, and saw him strike at an impressive strike rate of 191.30. His explosive performance not only led KXIP to a commanding total but also underscored his status as one of the premier batsmen in this IPL season.

Mayank Agarwal contributed a quickfire 26 runs off 20 balls, while Nicholas Pooran and Glenn Maxwell faltered, managing only 17 and 5 runs respectively. However, the depth in KXIP's batting lineup was evident, with Karun Nair adding a useful 15 runs towards the end.

Royal Challengers Bangalore Bowling

For RCB, Yuzvendra Chahal was the standout bowler, claiming 1 wicket for just 25 runs in his 4 overs spells. Shivam Dube also impressed, taking 2 wickets but went for 33 runs in his 3 overs. However, KXIP’s explosive batting overshadowed the efforts of RCB’s bowlers.

Royal Challengers Bangalore Innings

Chasing a daunting target of 207 runs, RCB’s innings got off to a dreadful start, losing wickets in quick succession. Devdutt Padikkal, Aaron Finch, and Virat Kohli were all dismissed cheaply, with Padikkal scoring just 1 run, Finch 20, and Kohli only managing a single run. The RCB batting order crumbled under pressure, with Josh Philippe dismissed for a duck and the team finding themselves reeling at 4-31.

AB de Villiers tried to stabilize the innings with a score of 28 runs off 18 deliveries but had little support from the other batsmen. Washington Sundar's contribution of 30 runs was the next highest score, which highlights the batting collapse that RCB suffered.

Kings XI Punjab Bowling

In terms of bowling performance, KXIP's attack was relentless, with Sheldon Cottrell leading the charge with figures of 2 for 17 in 3 overs. Mohammad Shami also impressed by conceding only 14 runs while taking 1 wicket in his 3 overs. Ravi Bishnoi made a notable impact on his debut, taking 3 wickets for 32 runs, while M Ashwin also contributed significantly, claiming 3 wickets for just 21 runs in his spell.

Conclusion

The match ended with RCB bundled out for just 109 runs in 17 overs, handing KXIP a resounding 97-run victory. This commanding performance not only reinforced KXIP's credentials as title contenders but also raised significant questions about RCB's batting frailties.

As the tournament progresses, fans and analysts alike will be eager to see how both teams respond in their upcoming fixtures, especially as KXIP continues to ride high on the momentum gained from this emphatic win.


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