31st

Match

IPL No : #795

Thu, 15 October 2020, Starts from 19:30

Royal Challengers Bangalore - 6/171 (20 ov)

Kings XI Punjab - 2/177 (20 ov)

Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah

Royal Challengers Bangalore innigs
6/171 (20 ov)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
AJ Finch
b Ashwin
2001821111.11 In 2020191205 Career4180400155
Devdutt Padikkal
c Pooran b Arshdeep Singh
1801211150.00 In 2020261266 Career261266
V Kohli
c †Rahul b Mohammed Shami
4803930123.07 In 2020304177 Career5716497197
Washington Sundar
c Jordan b Ashwin
130141092.85 In 20207062 Career145116
S Dubey
c †Rahul b Jordan
2301902121.05 In 202010238 Career142411
AB de Villiers
c Hooda b Mohammed Shami
2050040.00 In 20202302013 Career5005408239
CH Morris
not out
250813312.50 In 20202513 Career6544734
I Udana
not out
100501200.00 In 20201101 Career1101
Extras
12 (6w, 2lb, 4b)
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Total
6/171 (20 overs, 8.55rpo)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
GJ Maxwell402807611 In 20201193/26 Career43222
Mohammad Shami4045211624 In 202012743/15 Career52325
Arshdeep Singh2020110330 In 20204272/33 Career747
Ravi Bishnoi3029010612 In 20208713/29 Career871
M Ashwin402326710 In 20206183/21 Career21155
CJ Jordan302017501 In 20201234/11 Career42225
Kings XI Punjab innigs
2/177 (20 ov)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
KL Rahul
not out
6104915124.48 In 20204483815 Career242521496
MA Agarwal
b Chahal
4502543180.00 In 20203823815 Career164815567
CH Gayle
run out (Padikkal/†de Villiers)
5304515117.77 In 20205315 Career7297559525
N Pooran
not out
60101600.00 In 20202181317 Career12307196
Extras
12 (6w, 2lb, 4b)
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Total
2/177 (20 overs, 8.85rpo)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
CH Morris4022061201 In 20205364/23 Career96551
NA Saini4021051421 In 20204772/24 Career15218
YS Chahal3035112823 In 202011624/25 Career110600
I Udana201407401 In 20207333/15 Career2033
Mohammed Siraj3044015224 In 20203224/32 Career31231
Washington Sundar4038010604 In 20205573/16 Career21192

Match Result: Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kings XI Punjab - IPL 2020

On October 15, 2020, cricket enthusiasts were treated to an exhilarating encounter between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Kings XI Punjab (KXIP) at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium. This clash marked the 31st match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 season, and it did not disappoint fans.

Match Summary:

  • Royal Challengers Bangalore: 171 runs for 6 wickets in 20 overs
  • Kings XI Punjab: 177 runs for 2 wickets in 20 overs
  • Result: Kings XI Punjab won by 8 wickets

Kings XI Punjab, led by their captain KL Rahul, exhibited a commanding performance to chase down RCB’s total of 171. In a high-scoring affair, the Kings XI Punjab achieved victory with an impressive run rate of 8.85, reaching 177 runs for the loss of just 2 wickets.

Highlights from the match:

Royal Challengers Bangalore Innings:

RCB, batting first, set a competitive total of 171, but they will feel they left some runs on the table. The standout performer with the bat was none other than the iconic Virat Kohli, who scored a solid 48 off 39 balls, striking three fours. Aaron Finch got off to a fast start with 20 runs off 18 deliveries, including two fours and a six. Young Devdutt Padikkal also made a notable contribution with 18 runs, while lower-order batsman Chris Morris added a brisk 25 runs off just 8 balls, ensuring RCB reached a respectable score.

Notably, bowlers Mohammed Shami and Arshdeep Singh restricted RCB’s middle order with two wickets apiece, playing key roles in limiting the run flow.

Kings XI Punjab Innings:

In response, KL Rahul led from the front with an outstanding unbeaten knock of 61 runs off 49 deliveries, featuring one four and five towering sixes. He was well supported by Mayank Agarwal, who made a quickfire 45 runs off just 25 balls, racking up four fours and three sixes. Chris Gayle also made a contribution at the top of the order with a quick 53 off 45 balls before being run out. With such strong performances from their top order, KXIP cruised to victory comfortably.

With this win, Kings XI Punjab showcased their potential as strong contenders for the title, while this match will serve as a learning experience for RCB as they look to improve their performance in the upcoming matches.

Conclusion:

The match outcome reflects the unpredictable nature of T20 cricket, where a single stellar performance can turn the tide. RCB will need to regroup and reflect on their strategy, while KXIP will savor this decisive victory as they aim to maintain their momentum in the tournament. Cricket fans can look forward to more thrilling encounters in the IPL as the season progresses!


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