Updates:
Rajasthan Royals secured a convincing 50-run victory over Punjab Kings at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on April 5, 2025. Punjab Kings won the toss and chose to field first, but Rajasthan Royals' batting lineup delivered an impressive performance.
Yashasvi Jaiswal led the charge with a blistering 67 runs off 45 balls, contributing significantly to Rajasthan Royals' total score of 205/4 in 20 overs. This strong batting display set the stage for a challenging target for Punjab Kings.
In response, Punjab Kings' batting lineup faltered, managing to get only 155 runs in 20 overs. Despite a valiant effort, they fell short of the target, ultimately losing by 50 runs.
Rajasthan Royals posted a competitive total of 205/4. Yashasvi Jaiswal's knock of 67 runs off just 45 balls was the highlight of the innings. Jaiswal showcased his skill and finesse. The RR batsmen worked together to build a solid foundation, with Sanju Samson and Riyan Parag contributing crucial runs. Punjab Kings need to chase a target of 206 runs to win.
Rajasthan Royals Playing XI: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (capt), Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Yudhvir Singh, Sandeep Sharma
Punjab Kings Playing XI: Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Shreyas Iyer (capt), Marcus Stoinis, Nehal Wadhera, Glenn Maxwell, Shashank Singh, Suryansh Shedge, Marco Jansen, Arshdeep Singh, Lockie Ferguson, Yuzvendra Chahal
Squads:
Rajasthan Royals Squad: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson(w/c), Nitish Rana, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Sandeep Sharma, Tushar Deshpande, Shubham Dubey, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Kunal Singh Rathore, Kumar Kartikeya, Yudhvir Singh Charak, Kwena Maphaka, Ashok Sharma, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Akash Madhwal
Punjab Kings Squad: Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh(w), Shreyas Iyer(c), Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Glenn Maxwell, Suryansh Shedge, Marco Jansen, Lockie Ferguson, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Praveen Dubey, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Vishnu Vinod, Harpreet Brar, Josh Inglis, Xavier Bartlett, Yash Thakur, Aaron Hardie, Azmatullah Omarzai, Kuldeep Sen, Harnoor Singh, Musheer Khan, Pyla Avinash
Toss Update:
Punjab Kings have won the toss and opted to field first in the crucial game against the Rajasthan Royals at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Punjab on 5th April 2025.
Preview:
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is set to witness another thrilling encounter as Punjab Kings (PBKS) take on Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Punjab on April 5th. The match is scheduled to start at 7:30 pm, and fans can expect a high-octane clash between two teams looking to make a statement.
Punjab Kings, led by Shreyas Iyer, had a stellar start to the season. With some impressive wins, the team would be looking to carry forward the winning momentum in their next match. PBKS's batting lineup, which includes the likes of Prabhsimran Singh, Shashank Singh, and Glenn Maxwell, has the potential to dominate any opposition. However, it's their bowling attack that will need to step up if they hope to contain the RR batsmen.
Rajasthan Royals, on the other hand, will be looking to build on their recent win over Chennai Super Kings. The team has shown glimpses of brilliance, but consistency has been an issue. RR's batting lineup, which includes the likes of Sanju Samson, Yashasvi Jaiswal, and Dhruv Jurel, has the potential to dominate any opposition. However, it's their bowling attack that will need to step up if they hope to contain the PBKS batsmen.
