Archer, Sandeep and batters' fire hand PBKS first loss
It looked like an ideal game for Royals; first posting a 200-plus total and then almost all their bowlers combining for a comprehensive win
05/04Result
18th Match (N), Indian Premier League at Mohali, Apr 5 2025
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![Rajasthan Royals]( "Rajasthan Royals")
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![Punjab Kings]( "Punjab Kings")
155/9 (20 ov, target 206)
Player of the Match
05/04Result
18th Match (N), Indian Premier League at Mohali, Apr 5 2025
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![Rajasthan Royals]( "Rajasthan Royals")
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![Punjab Kings]( "Punjab Kings")
155/9 (20 ov, target 206)
Player of the Match
Match Day
Jaiswal, Parag, and cameos from Hetmyer and Jurel lead RR to 205
It was the first time that a 200-plus total was scored in an IPL match in Mullanpur
Punjab Kings opt to bowl in first home game; Samson returns as Royals captain
RR made one change from their previous game, with Yudhvir Singh coming into their pace attack in place of Tushar Deshpande, who was out with a niggle
Samson: 'When Jaiswal performs, he'll be winning games for us'
The home advantage debate: "You just have to play smarter and score one run more from the opponent," Samson says
Preview
High-flying Punjab Kings hope to set home record straight
Sanju Samson will take back captaincy of Rajasthan Royals after being cleared to keep wicket
