PBKS Vs KKR: Punjab Kings etched their name in IPL history by successfully defending the lowest-ever total of 112 runs at the New PCA Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.

Absolute chaos unfolded in Mullanpur! Punjab Kings pulled off one of the most stunning turnarounds in IPL history. From a seemingly hopeless situation, they rose to defend the lowest full-match total ever in the league—just 112 runs.

KKR, who seemed in control after a disciplined bowling effort, were left in Trouble. After a promising start, their collapse was rapid and shocking. This will go down as a night to remember for PBKS and one KKR won’t forget anytime soon.

After Punjab was bowled out for just 111, KKR would’ve fancied their chances of a quick chase, possibly wrapping it up in just over 14 overs to reclaim the top spot on the table. 

Despite a shaky start, Punjab Kings found a ray of hope with a couple of quick breakthroughs. Ajinkya Rahane tried to steady the innings, bringing some much-needed calm to the chase with 17, while Angkrish Raghuvanshi (37) chipped in with a few confident strokes. But as the innings progressed, the momentum quietly started slipping out of KKR’s hands.

At 62 for 2, KKR appeared to be in control, but momentum shifted when Rahane was dismissed LBW, choosing not to review despite the ball missing off stump. That moment opened the door for PBKS to strike back, with Yuzvendra Chahal leading the charge. 

Though Andre Russell tried to keep KKR in the hunt with his signature power-hitting, wickets continued to fall around him. Chahal played a crucial role in Punjab’s dramatic turnaround, claiming 4 wickets for 28 runs in his 4-over spell.

PBKS Vs KKR: 1st Inning

After winning the toss, Punjab Kings got off to a flying start, reaching 39 without loss in just four overs. But things quickly unraveled once the opening stand was broken. While some dismissals were credited to disciplined bowling, others resulted from poor shot selection.

PBKS’s wickets tumbled consistently, and no batter could steady the ship, a recurring issue faced by both teams today. PBKS were eventually dismissed for a mere 111. Harshit Rana caused early damage with a three-wicket burst, standing out as KKR’s top bowler. In the middle overs, it was the spin pair of Sunil Narine and Varun Chakaravarthy whotightened the noose and dismantled Punjab’s batting unit.

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LSG VS CSK: Chennai Super Kings clinched a five-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants with three balls to spare at the Ekana Stadium on Monday.

CSK RETURN TO WINNING WAYS! In a thrilling last-over finish, Chennai Super Kings bounced back with a much-needed victory. Shivam Dube and MS Dhoni remained composed under pressure, guiding the team to a crucial win. 

After suffering five consecutive losses, CSK have finally turned the tide and secured their second triumph of the season.

CSK’s top order gave them a strong start, putting together a 52-run opening stand that laid the foundation. Debutant Shaik Rasheed impressed with a promising knock (27 off 19), while Rachin Ravindra looked in good touch as well but was dismissed for 37-run. However, both failed to capitalize on their starts. 

Rahul Tripathi got a second chance but couldn’t make it count. Ravindra Jadeja moved up the order and helped keep the chase on track, while Shivam Dube added some much-needed firepower to regain control. Despite a stutter in the middle overs, CSK stayed in the hunt. It was Dube’s impactful 43 and a classic Dhoni finish (26 off 11) that secured the narrow win for the visitors.

Lucknow’s bowling unit may feel somewhat disappointed with their overall showing, even though they managed to keep the match alive. Chennai Super Kings started aggressively in the Powerplay, but Ravi Bishnoi brought LSG back into the game with a sharp spell, claiming two crucial wickets.

Aiden Markram and Digvijay Singh bowled economically to build pressure, but Shardul Thakur had a rough outing, and the rest of the pace attack couldn’t quite find their groove. In the end, the lack of consistency and control proved costly, bringing their winning streak to a halt.

LSG VS CSK: 1st Inning

Earlier in the day, Lucknow Super Giants posted their lowest first-innings total of the season (166 runs) but it still posed a decent challenge on a tricky surface.

Rishabh Pant led from the front with a determined half-century, anchoring the innings, supported by handy contributions from Mitchell Marsh (30), Ayush Badoni (22), and Abdul Samad ( 20).

For Chennai, Ravindra Jadeja bagged two crucial wickets, while Noor bowled tightly despite going wicketless. Matheesha Pathirana struck twice in the final over, and Khaleel Ahmed, along with Anshul Kamboj, also chipped in with a wicket apiece, capping off a disciplined bowling performance.

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RCB Vs RR: Royal Challengers Bengaluru cruised to a comfortable victory over Rajasthan Royals with nearly 15 balls to spare at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Sunday.

The Royal Challengers extended their away winning streak to four matches this season with another stunning performance. With this result, RCB erased memories of past inconsistencies, marking their best-ever start to away games in IPL history. For Rajasthan Royals, it’s a troubling fourth defeat in six games, and they’ll be eager to bounce back quickly.

Chasing a target of 173 is no longer daunting in modern T20 cricket and RCB’s openers capitalized the innings perfectly. Phil Salt led the charge aggressively, dismantling the bowlers during the Powerplay, which produced 65 runs. He notched up a quick half-century and was eventually dismissed for 65, setting the stage for Virat Kohli to take control of the innings.

Kohli accelerated the innings, while Devdutt Padikkal provided steady support with a fluent knock of 40. Kohli brought up his 100th T20 half-century, becoming only the second male cricketer after David Warner to do so, as Bengaluru comfortably wrapped up the win with almost 15 balls remaining.

At the mid-innings, the Royals might have felt they had a fighting chance. Jofra Archer opened well but still leaked boundaries. From that point, the momentum slipped away as RCB’s batters consistently found gaps and punished loose deliveries.

Rajasthan’s poor fielding, including several dropped catches, made matters worse. Impact Player Kumar Kartikeya was the lone bright spot, managing to pick up a wicket. However, it wasn’t enough, as the Royals were thoroughly outplayed in all departments.

RCB Vs RR: 1st inning

Earlier in the match, Rajat Patidar won the toss and chose to bowl first on a scorching afternoon, primarily due to the sluggish nature of the pitch. The decision paid off, as run-scoring proved challenging and RCB struck early. 

Although Yashasvi Jaiswal managed to settle in and began counterattacking, RCB’s bowlers stayed sharp. Rajasthan clawed back in the middle overs, with Dhruv Jurel playing a crucial late cameo that pushed them beyond the 170-run mark despite RCB’s efforts to keep things tight.

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PZ VS QG: Quetta Gladiators cruised to a dominant 80-run victory over Peshawar Zalmi at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Saturday.

Peshawar’s run chase began shaky, with three wickets falling during the Powerplay. Saim Ayub was the lone bright spot, notching up a half-century (50). Hussain Talat (35) and Mitchell Owen (31) were the only other batters to show some resistance.

Zalmi might have to reassess Owen’s role in the top order, especially when it comes to Powerplay overs, which can prove to be pivotal. With this loss in their season opener, Babar Azam and his team now face an uphill battle to bounce back.

Quetta’s bowlers maintained tight control and stuck to their game plan effectively. Abrar Ahmed led the charge with an impressive four-wicket haul. Mohammad Amir and Usman Tariq each contributed with two wickets, while Kyle Jamieson added one to his name, capping off a commanding bowling performance from the Gladiators.

PZ VS QG: 1st Inning

Earlier in the match, Quetta’s batting line-up delivered a stellar performance, racking up a massive total. Finn Allen set the tone with an explosive half-century, while Saud Shakeel (59) and Hasan Nawaz (41) added valuable runs with their consistent contributions. 

Rilee Rossouw and Kusal Mendis added to the momentum with a blistering 58-run stand off just 23 balls. Rossouw added 21* off 10 while Mendis scored 35* off 14 which led Quetta’s final score to the 215-run mark.

On the bowling front for Peshawar Zalmi, Ali Raza, Sufiyan Muqeem, and Alzarri Joseph managed to claim one wicket each.

Babar Azam said:

Peshawar Zalmi skipper Babar Azam admitted that his team struggled to stick to their game plan, especially during the opening six overs of each innings, where they lost key momentum. Despite the pitch playing differently in the second innings, Babar made it clear that this wasn’t the leading cause of their downfall. He instead highlighted the absence of solid partnerships and the frequent loss of wickets as the primary reasons behind their defeat.

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CSK Vs KKR: Kolkata Knight Riders cruised to a comfortable victory, chasing down the 104-run target with almost 10 overs to spare at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium on Friday.

Kolkata Knight Riders completely dominated the five-time champions CSK in their own backyard. The Men in Yellow never quite found their rhythm, and they’ll need to regroup quickly moving forward. With KKR wrapping up the chase in almost 10 overs, they not only climbed to third place on the table but also gave their net run rate a massive boost.

Chasing a low target of 104, KKR came out with intent in the Powerplay. Sunil Narine and Quinton de Kock attacked CSK’s bowlers, piling up 71 runs in that initial phase and virtually finishing the contest early. They smashed eight sixes between them, with Narine hammering a fiery 44 off just 18 balls. 

From there, Ajinkya Rahane’s (20) calm presence and a solid knock from Rinku Singh (15) ensured the Knight Riders coasted to victory with nearly half their overs still in the bank.

For CSK, their bowlers struggled to make any real impact – though to be fair, they had very little to defend. Against a powerhouse batting lineup like KKR’s, the challenge was always going to be steep. While Noor Ahmad and Anshul Kamboj managed to snag a wicket each, it was far from enough to stop what became CSK’s third straight home loss – a historic first for the franchise.

CSK Vs KKR: 1st Inning

Earlier in the game, CSK crumbled to their lowest-ever total at the Chepauk. Only Shivam Dube (31*) and Vijay Shankar (29) offered any signs of resistance as the rest of the batting lineup faltered.

KKR’s bowlers were clinical right from the start, with Sunil Narine taking charge and bagging three crucial wickets. Varun Chakaravarthy and Harshit Rana supported brilliantly with two wickets each, while Moeen Ali and Vaibhav Arora added one apiece to round off a commanding bowling effort that kept the home team firmly in check.

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GT vs RR: The Titans roared and the Royals crumbled! GT put on a commanding performance as they thrashed RR by 58 runs in a one-sided encounter at Narendra Modi Stadium on Wednesday. 

Gujarat Titans extended their winning streak to four matches, showcasing unstoppable form as they surged to the top of the points table. Rajasthan Royals, riding high on two back-to-back wins, were stopped in their tracks. The heavy defeat not only cost them the match but also dealt a blow to their already shaky net run rate.

Rajasthan had a rocky start, losing a couple of wickets early. Sanju Samson and Riyan Parag then put up a decent fightback to stabilize things. Just when the Royals seemed to be turning the tide, Parag (26) was dismissed in a controversial caught-behind decision that swung the momentum back to Gujarat.

As often happens, one wicket led to another, Samson tried to rebuild with Hetmyer, but just when their partnership looked promising, Samson was dismissed for 41, halting their recovery.

After that, Gujarat tightened their grip on the match, and Shimron Hetmyer found himself waging a lonely battle without much help from the other end. His dismissal for (52) ultimately sealed the result, as Gujarat completed a dominant victory by 58 runs. A big plus for the Titans was Rashid Khan’s return to wicket-taking form.

For Rajasthan, Tushar Deshpande and Maheesh Theekshana claimed two wickets each, while Jofra Archer and Sandeep Sharma chipped in with one apiece. However, their lack of bowling discipline proved costly, as they conceded 17 runs through wides. 

GT vs RR: 1st Inning

Earlier in the game, Sanju Samson won the toss and elected to bowl first, with Jofra Archer making an early impact with a fiery opening burst. Despite the initial pressure, Sai Sudharsan and Jos Buttler dug in to build a solid foundation.

Sai Sudharsan played a mature knock of 82 off 53, with quick contributions from Shahrukh Khan (36 off 20) and Rahul Tewatia (24 off 12) pushing the total to an imposing 217. Rajasthan missed Wanindu Hasaranga, who was unavailable due to personal reasons and apart from Archer, their bowling attack struggled throughout the match. 

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PBKS Vs CSK: Punjab Kings sealed the deal as they beat the Super Kings by 18 runs at the PCA New International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.

The Punjab Kings are back in form! They defeated the Super Kings, handing them their fourth consecutive loss. CSK have not chased down a target above 175 since 2021, and this time, 220 proved just out of reach. Although PBKS were sloppy in the field with four missed chances, it didn’t affect the outcome in the end.

CSK got off to a solid start, with the aggressive opening stand from the Kiwi duo—Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra. They struck early boundaries and played with positive intent. But the momentum shifted quickly after the Powerplay, with Rachin for (36) and Captain Ruturaj for just (1) both dismissed in just six balls. 

Though Conway and Dube tried to steady things, they struggled to find boundaries regularly, and the pressure kept piling up.

At one point, CSK looked like they might take control, especially after scoring 19 runs in the 14th over. But Shreyas Iyer made a smart move, bringing back Arshdeep Singh and Lockie Ferguson to regain control. They halted the run flow and pushed the required rate up. Despite a late push from MS Dhoni (27 off 12), the target remained out of reach and Super Kings lost another match by 18 runs.

For PBKS, Lockie Ferguson picked up two, while Glenn Maxwell and Yash Thakur chipped in with one wicket each.

PBKS Vs CSK: 1st Inning

Earlier in the match, PBKS won the toss, and Priyansh Arya wasted no time, launching a six off the first ball. He kept attacking relentlessly, even as wickets fell around him and brought up his maiden IPL century in just 39 balls. After his dismissal for 103, Shashank Singh (52*) and Marco Jansen (34*) chipped in to take Punjab Kings to a substantial total of 219. CSK had the Kings in trouble at 83/5 but failed to capitalize due to fielding errors and inconsistent bowling.

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PBKS vs RR: Rajasthan Royals crushed Punjab Kings by 50 runs, putting on a dominant bowling display to restrict them to 155 while chasing 206 at the PCA Stadium.

The Royals have begun building momentum with their second successive win in a row and both were impressive performances. After edging past CSK by 6 runs in Guwahati, they now comfortably defeated Punjab Kings by 50 runs on the road.

Following a rough start to their campaign with two straight losses, this victory not only boosts their confidence but alsogives their net run rate a big push. Notably, it’s Punjab Kings’ first defeat of the season, leaving Delhi Capitals as the only unbeaten team so far.

Rajasthan Royals kicked off their defense of 205 runs brilliantly, with Archer taking two wickets in his first over, including the key dismissal of PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer. The pressure continued to mount as Stoinis was also dismissed cheaply, leaving Punjab reeling at 43/3 by the end of the Powerplay.

The early flurry of wickets left Punjab struggling in their chase. RR’s impact player Kumar Kartikeya made an immediate difference, removing Prabhsimran Singh just as he was starting to settle. With the team desperate for a steady partnership, Maxwell and Nehal Wadhera looked to rebuild and took advantage of any loose deliveries they encountered.

Maxwell and Wadhera attempted a gutsy revival, stitching together a quick 88-run partnership off just 52 balls. Wadhera shifted gears with an explosive half-century, while Maxwell played to his strengths with aggressive strokeplay. However, the momentum flipped quickly, as RR’s spin duo from Sri Lanka turned the tide. First, Theekshana deceived Maxwell (30), and before Punjab could stabilize, Hasaranga dismissed the in-form Wadhera (62).

Following those crucial breakthroughs, Rajasthan Royals tightened their hold on the game. Their bowlers executed their plans flawlessly in the closing overs, shutting down the boundary flow just when Punjab Kings needed it the most. Shashank Singh, typically their reliable finisher, barely got a chance to face deliveries and couldn’t produce his usual magic to rescue the innings. Ultimately, Punjab Kings just made 155 in 20 overs while chasing 206. 

PBKS vs RR: 1st Inning

Earlier in the match, Rajasthan Royals got off to a flying start after being asked to bat first by Punjab Kings. Jaiswal, after a cautious beginning, found his rhythm and took charge, while Samson played a steady hand at the other end, helping build a solid 89-run opening partnership.

Despite Punjab trying various bowling changes to disrupt the flow, they had no answer to the Royals’ aggressive start. Once the platform was set, the middle order took full advantage. Jaiswal smashed a brisk 67, while Riyan Parag finished with a flourish, hammering a fiery 43 off just 25 balls. The fireworks didn’t stop there, Shimron Hetmyer (20) and Dhruv Jurel (13) chipped in with valuable cameos to push Rajasthan beyond the 200-run mark. 

Lockie Ferguson was the only real positive for PBKS with the ball, picking up a couple of wickets. However, the rest of the bowling unit struggled to deliver under pressure, especially at the death, where they leaked a costly 55 runs in the final four overs.

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PAK vs NZ: New Zealand whitewashed Pakistan 3-0 in a one-sided ODI series at the Bay Oval Cricket Stadium on Saturday.

NEW ZEALAND SEAL SERIES CLEAN SWEEP AGAINST PAKISTAN! The hosts turned in another complete team performance, dominating Pakistan throughout the series, even without some of their leading players. 

Pakistan’s tour was full of missed chances. They started some games well but couldn’t maintain momentum. Winning just one T20I out of a series with five T20Is and three ODIs reflects a disappointing campaign, leaving much to work on for the visitors.

Pakistan had a steady beginning despite losing Imam early to injury, with Abdullah Shafique and Babar Azam putting on a decent partnership. Unfortunately, Abdullah (33) couldn’t convert his start into a big score, and Babar fell shortly after reaching fifty. It was a key moment that shifted the momentum.

Once Babar was out for 50, Pakistan’s batting collapsed. The runs slowed down, and wickets fell regularly. Mohammad Rizwan (37) and Tayyab Tahir (33) tried to fight back with short contributions, but it wasn’t sufficient to chase the target without more support from the lineup. However, Pakistan were dismissed for only 221 runs and fell short by 43 runs in the match.

Even though New Zealand didn’t get early breakthroughs with the new ball, they made a strong comeback in the middle overs. The pacers were accurate, with Ben Sears leading the way impressively by taking key wickets. Bringing in Daryl Mitchell turned out to be a great move, as he removed the crucial wicket of Babar Azam.

Michael Bracewell and Muhammad Abbas also contributed with a wicket each. Sears ended the innings on a high note, claiming five wickets and making history as the first New Zealander to take consecutive five-wicket hauls in ODIs.

PAK vs NZ: 1st Inning

Earlier, New Zealand posted a competitive score of 264 in this rain-affected match. Michael Bracewell showed leadership skills with a solid fifty, and Rhys Mariu also supported with his first ODI half-century. 

The middle order played a key role in maintaining the scoring momentum, with Henry Nicholls making 31, Daryl Mitchell chipping in with 43, Tim Seifert adding 26, and a few others contributing useful runs as well.

On the Pakistan side, Akif Javed impressed with four wickets and Naseem Shah took two. Faheem Ashraf and Sufiyan Muqeem added one wicket each. Though this was a better bowling performance than in the earlier games, they still gave away some runs at the end.

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LSG VS MI: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) secured a thrilling 12-run victory over Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on Friday.

Lucknow Super Giants returned to winning! This victory reinforced their dominance over the five-time champions, marking their sixth triumph in seven games.

Meanwhile, Mumbai Indians slumped to their third consecutive defeat despite having their moments in the match. However, LSG’s brilliance in the death overs proved decisive, as Mumbai struggled to chase down 204, losing both openers within the first three overs.

Lucknow Super Giants showed inconsistency with the ball after making early inroads, allowing Mumbai to recover and keep the chase alive. Digvesh Singh struck a vital breakthrough right after the first strategic timeout, and from that moment, the hosts tightened their grip. 

Digvesh played a key role in building pressure, while Suryakumar Yadav managed to keep the required run rate under control but found it challenging to score freely on a sluggish wicket.

The dismissal of Suryakumar Yadav for 67 came at a crucial moment for Mumbai, leaving them with a daunting task of scoring 29 runs off the final 12 balls. 

With Tilak Varma struggling and eventually retiring out, the entire responsibility fell on Hardik Pandya’s shoulders. On the other hand, LSG executed their death bowling to perfection, with Shardul Thakur striking first and Avesh Khan sealing the win with pinpoint accuracy in the final overs.

LSG VS MI: Ist Inning

Earlier in the game, Lucknow Super Giants got off to a flying start after being put into bat, with Mitchell Marsh delivering an explosive innings of 60-run. However, Mumbai Indians fought back during the middle overs, led by Hardik Pandya’s clever use of slower deliveries.

Aiden Markram’s well-crafted 53 and Ayush Badoni’s steady 30 anchored the Super Giants’ innings before David Miller’s explosive 27 off 14 deliveries powered LSG to a strong total of 203.

For Mumbai, Hardik Pandya was the standout performer with the ball, grabbing his maiden five-wicket haul in T20s.

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