Rajasthan Royals, in yet another close encounter with Punjab Kings, were able to hold their nerve and clinch a 2 run victory against Punjab Kings. For Rajasthan, Tyagi picked up 3 wickets, 2 of them coming in the final over in which just 4 runs were required by the PBKS. Punjab openers Mayank (67 off 43 balls ) & KL Rahul (49 off 33 balls) laid down the foundation for a win, adding 120 runs in 11.4 overs. However, Royals bowlers then took some crucial wickets after many catches were dropped, and brought back Rajasthan into the game.
In the first innings, RR was able to post 185/10. Yashavi scored 49 & Lomror scored 43, while Arshdeep took 5 wickets and Shami took 3.
Earlier, PBKS Captain KL Rahul won the toss & elected to field first against RR. This match was played at Dubai International Stadium, Dubai.
Brief Score -
Rajasthan Royals – 185/10 in 20 overs. (Yashasvi - 49(36), Lomror - 43(17), Arshdeep - 5/32), Shami - 3/21)
Punjab Kings - 183/4 in 20 Overs. (Mayank - 67, Rahul - 49, Tyagi - 2/29)
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