RR defeat PBKS in a thriller to collect fifth win of IPL 2024 in six appearances
Rajasthan Royals managed to stave off a spirited fight back from the Punjab Kings in the middle overs to successfully chase down the modest 148-run target in Mullanpur on Saturday.
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Rajasthan Royals leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal celebrates with teammates after dismissing Punjab Kings keeper-batter Prabhsimran Singh. AP
Left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj was the pick of the Rajasthan Royals bowlers against Punjab Kings with figures of 2/23 from four overs. AP
Ashutosh Sharma's fiery knock of 31 off just 16 deliveries helped Punjab Kings post 147/8 after they were invited to bat by Rajasthan Royals. AP
Yashasvi Jaiswal, playing as an 'Impact Sub', top-scored for the Rajasthan Royals with a knock of 39 off 28 balls. AP
Punjab Kings pacer Kagiso Rabada bowled the standout spell of the evening, conceding just 18 runs for two wickets in four overs that revived the hosts' hopes of pulling off an unlikely victory. PTI
Middle-order batter Shimron Hetmyer provided the finishing touch in Rajasthan Royals' thrilling three-wicket victory with an unbeaten 27 off just 10 deliveries. AP