In a commanding display, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured a nine-wicket victory over Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Match 28 of IPL 2025 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur. This win propels RCB to third place on the points table, marking their fourth consecutive away triumph.
Rajasthan Royals Set a Competitive Total
Opting to bat first, RR posted a total of 173/4 in their allotted 20 overs. Yashasvi Jaiswal led the charge with a fluent 75 off 47 balls, supported by Dhruv Jurel’s quickfire 35 from 23 deliveries. Despite their efforts, RR’s innings lacked the acceleration needed in the death overs, limiting their final score.
🔥 RCB WIN BY 9 WICKETS! 🔥
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Kohli & Salt light up the evening with a dominant chase! 💪
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RCB’s Dominant Chase
Chasing 174, RCB’s openers, Phil Salt and Virat Kohli, laid a solid foundation. Salt’s aggressive 65 off 33 balls set the tone, while Kohli’s unbeaten 62 ensured a smooth pursuit. Devdutt Padikkal contributed an unbeaten 40, guiding RCB to 175/1 in just 17.3 overs. RR’s fielding woes, including multiple dropped catches, further eased RCB’s chase.
Key Performances and Milestones
- Phil Salt earned the ‘Player of the Match’ title for his explosive innings.
- Virat Kohli achieved his 100th T20 half-century, equaling David Warner’s record for the most 50+ scores in IPL history.
- RCB’s bowlers, notably Krunal Pandya and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, maintained tight lines, restricting RR’s scoring opportunities.
Implications for the Tournament
This victory enhances RCB’s playoff prospects, showcasing their prowess in away conditions. Conversely, RR’s defeat highlights areas needing improvement, particularly in fielding and death-over batting. As the tournament progresses, both teams will aim to refine their strategies for the upcoming fixtures.
