27th Match (N)

Match

IPL No : #

Sat, 13 April 2024, Starts from 7:30 pm

Punjab Kings - 147/8 (20 ov)

Rajasthan Royals - 152/7 (19.5 ov)

Mullanpur

Rajasthan Royals Won By 3 Wickets

Punjab Kings innigs
147/8 (20 ov)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
Atharva Taide 
c Sen b Avesh Khan
15191220125.00 In 20241520 Career201226
Jonny Bairstow 
c Hetmyer b Maharaj
1539191078.94 In 202496123 Career138714558
Prabhsimran Singh 
c Jurel b Chahal
1013141071.42 In 2024 Career
Sam Curran (c)
c Jurel b Maharaj
612100060.00 In 2024126113 Career9707548
Jitesh Sharma (WK)
c Parag b Avesh Khan
29352412120.83 In 202410657 Career6494940
Shashank Singh 
c Jurel b Sen
912910100.00 In 2024146157 Career2152011
Liam Livingstone 
run out (Kotian/†Samson)
21251421150.00 In 202410477 Career1892122128
Ashutosh Sharma 
c Maharaj b Boult
31201613193.75 In 20249576 Career9576
Harpreet Brar 
not out
311300100.00 In 2024800 Career166117
Extras
(lb 2, nb 1, w 5)
800000.00
Total
147/8 20 Ov (RR: 7.35)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
Trent Boult4022161120 In 20246574/18 Career1401006
Kuldeep Sen403519932 In 20244164/20 Career1281
Avesh Khan403429822 In 20245364/24 Career59445
Yuzvendra Chahal403118602 In 202411475/40 Career1951056
Keshav Maharaj402326820 In 20242112/17 Career1528
Rajasthan Royals innigs
152/7 (19.5 ov)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
Yashasvi Jaiswal 
c Patel b Rabada
39522840139.28 In 2024102151 Career127415949
Tanush Kotian 
b Livingstone
2438313077.41 In 2024 Career
Sanju Samson (c)(WK)
lbw b Rabada
18221411128.57 In 20242642511 Career4152329193
Riyan Parag 
c Rabada b Arshdeep Singh
23221811127.77 In 20242841818 Career8846245
Dhruv Jurel 
c Shashank Singh b Patel
619110054.54 In 20244841 Career2001510
Shimron Hetmyer 
not out
27221013270.00 In 20247055 Career3086215167
Rovman Powell 
c †JM Sharma b Curran
116520220.00 In 20241120 Career2142115153
Keshav Maharaj 
c Livingstone b Curran
1320050.00 In 2024100 Career7673
Trent Boult 
not out
040000.00 In 2024000 Career134410
Extras
(w 3)
300000.00
Total
152/7 19.5 Ov (RR: 7.66)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
Arshdeep Singh4045112833 In 20249555/32 Career66443
Kagiso Rabada4018251420 In 20249684/21 Career135742
Sam Curran402526930 In 20248424/11 Career64370
Liam Livingstone302117921 In 2024193/27 Career2192
Harshal Patel2021111111 In 20247315/27 Career118591
Harpreet Brar302207210 In 20244424/30 Career22207

Match Result: Rajasthan Royals Clinches Victory Against Punjab Kings

In an intense encounter on April 13, 2024, Rajasthan Royals secured a thrilling victory over Punjab Kings by 3 wickets in the 27th match of the season held at Mullanpur. This nail-biting clash saw Punjab set a challenging target after posting a total of 147 runs, while Rajasthan chased it down with just one ball to spare, ending their inning at 152 for 7.

Punjab Kings Innings Recap

Punjab Kings had a rocky start, facing early wickets as they struggled to build momentum. Atharva Taide and Jonny Bairstow managed to amass 15 runs each, but it was not enough to anchor the innings. The standout performance came from Jitesh Sharma, who contributed 29 runs from 35 balls, while Ashutosh Sharma added a brisk 31 off just 20 deliveries, showcasing some much-needed aggression towards the end. However, their total of 147 runs came at the cost of 8 wickets over 20 overs, with the team’s run rate settled at 7.35.

Rajasthan Royals Chase

In reply, Rajasthan Royals started their innings on a cautious note but gradually built up their scoring rate. Yashasvi Jaiswal was instrumental at the top order, scoring 39 runs off 52 balls, while the likes of Sanju Samson and Riyan Parag chipped in with vital contributions of 18 and 23 runs respectively. The true impact came from Shimron Hetmyer, who remained unbeaten with a swift 27 runs off 22 deliveries, ensuring that Rajasthan crossed the finish line. Ultimately, the Royals achieved their target, reaching 152 runs with just one ball left in their innings, boasting a run rate of 7.66.

Bowling Performances

For Punjab, Kagiso Rabada and Sam Curran stood out with the ball, picking up 2 wickets each while maintaining reasonable economy rates. Rabada's bowling showed brilliance as he finished with figures of 2 for 18 in 4 overs, while Curran contributed with 2 for 25. On the other hand, Trent Boult was effective for Rajasthan, claiming 1 wicket for 22 runs in his 4 overs.

Conclusion

This victory marked a significant boost for Rajasthan Royals, putting them on the winning track as they aim for a strong position in the tournament. Punjab Kings, on the other hand, will need to regroup and strategize to turn their fortunes around in the upcoming matches. Fans are eagerly looking forward to more exhilarating matches as the IPL 2024 season unfolds.


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