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Match Summary
(RCB vs PBKS)Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) delivered a ruthless all-round performance to crush Punjab Kings (PBKS) and book their place in the IPL 2025 final. With tight bowling, sharp fielding, and a confident chase, RCB dominated every phase of the game and made a strong statement ahead of the championship match.
Full Scorecard
Punjab Kings – 102 all out (14.1 overs)
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shikhar Dhawan (c) | 10 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 111.11 |
| Jonny Bairstow | 15 | 11 | 3 | 0 | 136.36 |
| Liam Livingstone | 8 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 80.00 |
| Jitesh Sharma | 5 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 71.42 |
| Sam Curran | 18 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 128.57 |
| Shahrukh Khan | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 66.67 |
| Harpreet Brar | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 25.00 |
| Kagiso Rabada | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 120.00 |
| Rahul Chahar | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Arshdeep Singh | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Nathan Ellis | 11 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 157.14 |
Extras: 25 (including 15 wides)
Total: 102 all out in 14.1 overs
RCB Bowling Highlights
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Hazlewood | 3 | 21 | 3 |
| Suyash Sharma | 4 | 17 | 3 |
| Mohammed Siraj | 2.1 | 13 | 1 |
| Karn Sharma | 2 | 18 | 2 |
| Glenn Maxwell | 3 | 12 | 1 |
Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 106/2 (10.0 overs)
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | 21 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 123.52 |
| Phil Salt | 56* | 30 | 7 | 2 | 186.67 |
| Rajat Patidar | 9 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 128.57 |
| Glenn Maxwell | 11* | 6 | 1 | 1 | 183.33 |
Extras: 9
Total: 106/2 in 10 overs
Key Moments
Hazlewood & Suyash Magic: PBKS collapsed under pressure with Josh Hazlewood and Suyash Sharma tearing through the lineup.
Salt’s Fiery Knock: Phil Salt anchored the chase with a breezy half-century, ensuring there were no hiccups.
Kohli’s Calm Leadership: Virat Kohli remained focused and composed, guiding his team into the final once again.
Captain Quotes
Virat Kohli (RCB):
“One more to go! We’ve come this far with hard work and belief. The job’s not done yet, but the dream is alive.”
Shreyas Iyer (PBKS):
“We lost the battle, not the war. We still have one more shot to make the final, and we’ll come back stronger.”
Stats That Mattered
RCB chased down 102 in just 10 overs — their fastest chase in a playoff match.
PBKS recorded one of the lowest team totals in IPL playoff history.
Phil Salt scored his fourth half-century of the season.
Social Media Buzz
RCB fans flooded social media with messages of support, praise for Kohli, and confidence ahead of the final. Memes, celebration videos, and “#EeSalaCupNamde” trended globally within minutes of the win.
What’s Next?
RCB advance directly to the IPL 2025 Final on May 31.
PBKS get a second chance in Qualifier 2, where they’ll face the winner of Mumbai Indians vs Gujarat Titans.
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