Chandigarh: RCB vs PBKS Qualifier IPL 2025: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) stormed into the IPL 2025 final with a stunning 8-wicket win over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the first qualifier.
The match, held in Chandigarh, saw an all-round performance from RCB, dominating both with the ball and bat. 🎯
🏏 First Innings – Punjab Crumbles Under Pressure
After losing the toss and being asked to bat, PBKS was bundled out for just 101 runs in 14.1 overs – a disappointing show in a high-stakes game.
- Top scorer: Marcus Stoinis – 26 runs
- Rest of the batting order failed to perform ❌
RCB’s bowlers were clinical:
- Suyash Sharma – 3/14
- Josh Hazlewood – 3/17
- Yash Dayal – 2/11
Their precise bowling dismantled Punjab’s batting order early on, setting the tone for the match.
🚀 Second Innings – RCB Chases with Ease
Chasing a modest target, RCB reached 102/2 in just 10 overs, making a strong statement ahead of the final.
Key Performer:
- Phil Salt – 56 off 27 balls (6️⃣ fours, 3️⃣ sixes) 🌟
- Supported by Rajat Patidar – 15*
Though Virat Kohli (12) and Mayank Agarwal (19) fell early, Salt’s aggressive batting ensured RCB didn’t lose momentum.
🏆 What This Win Means
With this convincing win in the RCB vs PBKS Qualifier IPL 2025, Bengaluru has now advanced to the IPL 2025 Grand Final, just one win away from their maiden title. Fans are hopeful and excited for what lies ahead! 🙌💥