8th

Match

IPL No : #

Wed, 05 April 2023, Starts from 7:30 PM

Rajasthan Royals - 7/192 (20 ov)

Punjab Kings - 4/197 (20 ov)

BARSAPARA CRICKET STADIUM, Guwahati

Punjab won by 5 runs

Punjab Kings innigs
4/197 (20 ov)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
P Simran Singh
c Buttler b Holder
60493473176.47 In 20238395 Career147157
S Dhawan
not out
861135693153.57 In 2023126153 Career6370716139
PBB Rajapaksa
retired hurt
13100100.00 In 20235152 Career7887141
JM Sharma
c Parag b Chahal
27311621168.75 In 20234833 Career2822515
Sikandar Raza
b Ashwin
1220050.00 In 20231711 Career6734633
M Shahrukh Khan
c Buttler b Holder
11231010110.00 In 20232230 Career120710266
SM Curran
not out
1320050.00 In 20232702 Career4383524
Extras
10 (8w, 1nb, 1b)
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Total
4/197 (20 overs, 9.85rpo)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
TA Boult4038010832 In 20232234/18 Career105859
KM Asif4054014753 In 20230162/43 Career434
R Ashwin402516720 In 20232174/34 Career174733
JO Holder402927721 In 20233174/27 Career124939
YS Chahal4050113571 In 20235165/40 Career168928
Rajasthan Royals innigs
7/192 (20 ov)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
Yashasvi Jaiswal
c sub (MW Short) b Arshdeep Singh
1112811137.50 In 202365101 Career6127223
R Ashwin
c S Dhawan b Arshdeep Singh
0234000.00 In 2023100 Career8517128
JC Buttler
c & b Ellis
19241111172.72 In 20237384 Career4125390186
SV Samson
c sub (MW Short) b Ellis
42392551168.00 In 20239785 Career3623287163
Devdutt Padikkal
b Ellis
2147261080.76 In 20232310 Career128313636
R Parag
c Shahrukh Khan b Ellis
20161212166.66 In 20232722 Career5494224
SO Hetmyer
run out (Shahrukh Khan/Curran)
36351813200.00 In 20235824 Career2531189129
Dhruv Jurel
not out
32321532213.33 In 20233232 Career3232
JO Holder
not out
14100100.00 In 2023100 Career13329081
Extras
10 (8w, 1nb, 1b)
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Total
7/192 (20 overs, 9.6rpo)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
SM Curran4044011733 In 20231114/11 Career41240
Arshdeep Singh40472121043 In 20235205/32 Career45294
Harpreet Brar201508520 In 2023083/19 Career9115
NT Ellis4030481122 In 20235194/27 Career70411
RD Chahar403108511 In 20231104/27 Career58448
Sikandar Raza2024012211 In 2023174/16 Career1560

Match Summary: Punjab Kings Edge Out Rajasthan Royals in a Nail-Biting Finish

On April 5, 2023, the 8th match of the IPL unfolded at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati, where the Punjab Kings triumphed over the Rajasthan Royals by a narrow margin of 5 runs. This thrilling encounter showcased impactful performances from several players and kept the spectators on the edge of their seats till the very last ball.

The Punjab Kings batted first, posting a formidable total of 197 runs for the loss of 4 wickets in their quota of 20 overs. Leading the charge was the experienced Shikhar Dhawan, who remained unbeaten with an impressive 86 runs off 113 balls, peppered with 9 boundaries and 3 sixes, displaying his classic stroke play in a well-paced innings. Simran Singh also made a significant contribution, scoring a brisk 60 off 49 deliveries, hitting 7 fours and 3 sixes at an explosive strike rate of 176.47. Despite some hiccups along the way, including a retired hurt from Bhanuka Rajapaksa and some lower-order contributions, Punjab managed to set up a competitive target.

In response, the Rajasthan Royals began their innings with mixed fortunes. They started well but experienced early setbacks, losing key wickets at crucial junctures. Jos Buttler, the marquee player for Rajasthan, managed only 19 runs while skipper Sanju Samson scored 42 runs off 39 balls. However, it was Shimron Hetmyer who provided a late flourish, scoring 36 runs in just 35 balls, alongside Dhruv Jurel's solid contribution of 32 runs off 32 balls. Despite their valiant efforts, Rajasthan fell short of the target, ending their innings at 192 runs for 7 wickets, just 5 runs shy of victory.

In terms of bowling performances, Nathan Ellis was the star for Punjab Kings, claiming 4 wickets while conceding 30 runs in his 4 overs, making critical breakthroughs at pivotal moments. Arshdeep Singh also impressed with figures of 2 for 47, providing crucial breakthroughs and adding to Rajasthan's woes.

The match was a testament to the unpredictability and spectacle of T20 cricket, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the next match-ups in the IPL 2023 season. Punjab Kings’ victory further established their intent in the tournament, while Rajasthan Royals would be looking to regroup and bounce back in their subsequent games.

Stay tuned for further updates and analyses from the IPL 2023!


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