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Punjab Kings Seal Playoff Spot with Big Win Over Rajasthan Royals

May 19, 2025, 2:36 pm

Punjab Kings (PBKS) secured a place in the IPL 2025 playoffs after a thrilling win against Rajasthan Royals (RR) on Sunday. The victory was the result of a strong team effort and smart strategy, which their head coach Ricky Ponting praised after the match.

Ponting Praises Team’s Simplicity and Grit

Inside the dressing room, Ponting spoke to the players and congratulated them for sticking to a straightforward game plan throughout the season. He appreciated how the team played to their strengths, regardless of the match pressure.

He also applauded the batting unit, who scored a huge 219 runs for the loss of five wickets. The target proved too much for RR, and PBKS walked away with a vital win.

Nehal and Shreyas Shine with Key Partnership

Ponting gave special credit to Nehal Wadhera, who scored an explosive 70 off just 37 balls. He also acknowledged Shreyas for his role in the partnership that added 67 runs in 44 balls.

He said, “What you did was manage to put pressure back on them straight away. You have to do that in this format, right? You had a great partnership with Shreyas. I actually said to him at one of the timeouts that because you’re so good, you can find a way to score runs, be out there in a partnership, and you ended up putting on 67 off 44 balls.”

Shashank Singh Delivers Again

Ponting was full of praise for Shashank Singh, who remained unbeaten on 59 and once again proved his value in crucial moments.

“Shashank (Singh), awesome again. Every time you have been confronted with something in the tournament, you have found a way to get it done,” Ponting added.

Harpreet Brar’s Breakthrough Bowling

PBKS also impressed with the ball. The bowlers defended the 219-run total effectively, especially Harpreet Brar. He took three key wickets while conceding just 22 runs in his four overs.

Ponting said, “You and Dubey have bowled more than anybody here over the last eight weeks. You put in the hard work, you get a chance, and it yields results. So, personally, all your teammates and coaches couldn’t be happier that you got the chance to make an impact, and you made an impact by registering figures of 3/22 in four overs and grabbing all big wickets. Well done!”

Next Match Against Delhi Capitals

After this morale-boosting victory, PBKS will now face the Delhi Capitals on May 24 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium. With momentum on their side, they look ready to make a strong impact in the playoffs.

Rohit Sharma’s IPL Future in Limbo: Speculation Grows for 2025 Mega Auction

August 26, 2024, 9:08 am

Rohit Sharma’s future in the Indian Premier League (IPL) is a subject of significant speculation as the cricketing world looks ahead to the 2025 mega auction. Sharma, who has been a cornerstone of Mumbai Indians (MI) and led them to five IPL titles (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020), is renowned for his leadership and performance. Under his captaincy, MI established itself as one of the most dominant franchises in IPL history. Rohit has accumulated 6,628 runs in 257 matches, with an average of 29.72, and has made notable contributions with both bat and ball, including a memorable hat-trick. His leadership legacy is tied with MS Dhoni as one of the most successful in IPL.

The speculation about his future intensified when he was replaced as MI’s captain by Hardik Pandya for the 2024 season. This change has led to uncertainty regarding whether MI will retain him for the 2025 season. The potential for a bidding war at the mega auction is high, given Sharma’s considerable experience, leadership qualities, and batting prowess. Teams looking for a seasoned captain might view him as an ideal candidate, making him a highly sought-after player.

The Punjab Kings (PBKS) have shown interest in Rohit Sharma, particularly as they need a new leader following Shikhar Dhawan’s retirement. Sanjay Bangar, PBKS’s head of cricket development, hinted that while Rohit would command a premium price, the team is keen on his potential availability. If Rohit enters the auction, his value is expected to be high, reflecting his impact and achievements in the league.

Rohit’s potential departure from MI could significantly impact the team’s strategy and performance. His legacy with MI is well-established, and his move to a new franchise could alter the dynamics of the IPL. The upcoming months will be pivotal in determining his future and how teams position themselves for the auction.

IPL 2024: Punjab Equals This Stunning Record of Mumbai Against Chennai

May 2, 2024, 2:23 pm

Punjab Kings (PBKS) matched Mumbai Indians’ (MI) achievement of securing five consecutive victories against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League (IPL). PBKS accomplished this milestone with a convincing 7-wicket triumph over CSK at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Wednesday.

PBKS began their five-game winning streak against CSK in the 2021 IPL season and have maintained their dominance since then. Previously, MI held the record for the most consecutive wins between the 2018 and 2019 seasons of the T20 tournament. Additionally, Delhi Capitals (DC) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) have each enjoyed four consecutive victories against the Chennai-based franchise in the IPL.

PBKS also joined Mumbai Indians (MI) as the second franchise with the highest number of wins as visiting teams at Chepauk in the IPL, with 5 victories at Chennai’s home stadium. Meanwhile, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) rank third with three wins as away sides against CSK in Chennai.

Reflecting on the match, the energetic yellow presence in the stands of Chepauk was silenced as PBKS efficiently chased down 163 with over two overs to spare. Stand-in captain Sam Curran’s decision to bowl first paid off, as the dew factor later hindered CSK bowlers in the second innings.

Ruturaj Gaikwad played a pivotal role, scoring 62 runs off 48 balls, while MS Dhoni’s late onslaught propelled CSK to a total of 162/7.

In response, PBKS batsmen comfortably chased down the target of 163. Jonny Bairstow and Rilee Rossouw’s partnership of 64 runs tilted the momentum firmly in their favor, with Curran and Shashank Singh wrapping up the victory with ease.

IPL 2024: Eden Witnesses History as Punjab Chases Down the Highest Total Ever in T20 Cricket

April 27, 2024, 12:21 am

PBKS won the match against KKR by 8 wickets at the Eden Gardens.

IPL 2024: Another Run Fest in this year’s season saw the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) posting a score of 261 in their allotted 20 overs. Sunil Narine and Phil Salt were the main aggressors who scored at a strike rate of more than 200. It was followed by the cameos of Venkatesh Iyer, Andre Russell and Shreyas Iyer.

After KKR put up a daunting target of 262 for the Punjab Kings (PBKS), the game seemed over but Punjab had other ideas. Jonny Bairstow and Prabhsimran Singh smashed the KKR bowlers all around the ground. While Prabhsimran got run out, Bairstow went on to smash a century in just 45 balls. This assault meant Punjab needed just 61 off the last 5 overs.

The game was slightly tilted in favour of Punjab before the young sensation Shashank Singh came all guns blazing. Shashank went on to score 68 not out of just 28 balls with 2 fours and 8 sixes which meant Punjab won the game in just 18.4 overs. The match was certainly between the Kolkata and Punjab batters as bowlers took a heavy tonking.

A galore of records were broken including the most sixes in a T20 match ever and the highest score ever chased in a T20 match. The fans were treated with delight and cricket of the highest order. In the last two days, the bottom two teams, Bengaluru and Punjab have upset two of the best teams of this season. With so much action, the fans would want this year’s IPL to continue the same way which means a heavy challenge awaits the bowlers.

IPL 2024: Punjab Kings’ Struggle Continues as GT Successfully Chase Down the Target

April 21, 2024, 11:43 pm

Punjab Kings (PBKS) continued their inconsistent batting performance in the Indian Premier League (IPL), as most of their top-order batsmen struggled while the lower-order players rescued the team. In their match against Gujarat Titans (GT), PBKS managed only 142 runs in 20 overs, with their top five batsmen failing to make significant contributions except for Sam Curran (20) and Prabhsimran Singh (35). Despite a promising partnership between Curran and Prabhsimran, Riley Rossouw, Liam Livingstone, and Jitesh Sharma couldn’t sustain momentum. Harpreet Brar and Harpreet Singh helped PBKS reach a respectable total. Sai Kishore was the top bowler for GT, taking 4 wickets for 33 runs.

This season, PBKS’s top five batsmen have struggled, scoring a total of 744 runs in eight innings at an average of 19.07 and a strike rate of 123.79, with only two half-centuries. Shikhar Dhawan leads the top order with 152 runs in five matches, followed by Jonny Bairstow, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma, and Prabhsimran Singh, who have all underperformed despite their potential. Sam Curran has been more effective in the lower order than as an opener. Punjab’s top five has the lowest aggregate, average, and strike rate among all IPL teams in 2024.

In contrast, PBKS’s lower-order batsmen, from number six to eleven, have performed significantly better. In eight innings, these players have scored 566 runs at an average of 29.78 and a strike rate of 160.33, with two half-centuries. The uncapped Indian duo of Shashank Singh and Ashutosh Sharma have been standout performers for PBKS, with impressive averages and strike rates. Among all teams, only RCB’s lower order has scored more than 350 runs, with PBKS’s lower order being the next best.

SRH Captain Pat Cummins lauds Nitish Reddy for all-round performance

April 10, 2024, 12:27 pm

Following a hard-fought victory over the Punjab Kings (PBKS), Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) captain Pat Cummins lauded all-rounder Nitish Reddy for his outstanding performance, which ultimately made the crucial difference between the two teams. Despite Punjab Kings’ valiant effort led by Shashank Singh and Ashutosh Sharma, they fell short by two runs in their Indian Premier League (IPL) clash against SRH at Mullanpur Stadium.

Cummins praised Nitish for his impressive debut last week, highlighting his contributions with the bat, in the field, and with the ball, emphasizing how his innings of 64 runs greatly impacted their total of 182. Cummins also commended the overall team effort, noting the significance of the ‘Impact Player’ rule in bolstering their batting lineup. Reflecting on the match, Cummins emphasized the importance of a strong start, particularly with the new ball, and shared insights into their bowling strategy aimed at maximizing success.

Despite SRH’s initial struggles, a crucial partnership between Nitish Reddy and Abdul Samad helped propel their score. In the run-chase, PBKS fought hard but ultimately fell short, with Bhuvneshwar Kumar shining as the standout bowler for SRH. Nitish Reddy’s exceptional performance earned him the ‘Player of the Match’ award as SRH moved up to fifth place in the standings, while PBKS sits in sixth place.

IPL 2024: GT vs PBKS, When and Where to Watch, Results So Far

April 4, 2024, 11:21 am

KKR won the match last night against DC in Visakhapatnam by 106 runs.

IPL2024: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) smashed the second-highest score of the IPL last night against the Delhi Capitals (DC). Meaning, they have now jumped to the top of the points table. While DC are placed second last on the points table, only ahead of the Mumbai Indians (MI).

Today, the cricket carnival moves to Ahmedabad for the Gujarat Titans (GT) vs Punjab Kings (PBKS) match. The Titans will be playing in their den. PBKS will be desperate to win after losing their last match. They have only won one out of their three matches and are placed 7th in the table.

Schedule and Results So Far:

The schedule for the next 10 matches is given below.

1 March 22 7:30 PM CSK vs RCB Chennai (CSK won by 6 wkts)
2 March 23 3:30 PM PBKS vs DC Mohali (PBKS won by 4 wkts)
3 March 23 7:30 PM KKR vs SRH Kolkata (KKR won by 4 runs)
4 March 24 3:30 PM RR vs LSG Jaipur (RR won by 20 runs)
5 March 24 7:30 PM GT vs MI Ahmedabad (GT won by 6 runs)
6 March 25 7:30 PM RCB vs PBKS Bengaluru (RCB won by 4 wkts)
7 March 26 7:30 PM CSK vs GT Chennai (CSK won by 63 runs)
8 March 27 7:30 PM SRH vs MI Hyderabad (SRH won by 31 runs)
9 March 28 7:30 PM RR vs DC Jaipur (RR won by 12 runs)
10 March 29 7:30 PM RCB vs KKR Bengaluru (KKR won by 7 wkts)
11 March 30 7:30 PM LSG vs PBKS Lucknow (LSG won by 21 runs)
12 March 31 3:30 PM GT vs SRH Ahmedabad        (GT won by 7 wkts)
13 March 31 7:30 PM DC vs CSK Visakhapatnam   (DC won by 20 runs)
14 April 1 7:30 PM MI vs RR Mumbai (RR won by 6 wkts)
15 April 2 7:30 PM RCB vs LSG Bengaluru (LSG won by 28 runs)
16 April 3 7:30 PM DC vs KKR Visakhapatnam (KKR won by 106 runs)
17 April 4 7:30 PM GT vs PBKS Ahmedabad (Today)
18 April 5 7:30 PM SRH vs CSK Hyderabad
19 April 6 7:30 PM RR vs RCB Jaipur
20 April 7 3:30 PM MI vs DC Mumbai
21 April 7         7:30 PM        LSG vs GT         Lucknow
22 April 8         7:30 PM        CSK vs KKR       Chennai
23 April 9         7:30 PM       PBKS vs SRH    Mohali
24 April 10       7:30 PM        RR vs GT Jaipur
25 April 11 7:30 PM MI vs RCB Mumbai
26 April 12 7:30 PM LSG vs DC Lucknow

When and Where to Watch:

GT vs PBKS will be coming live on the Star Sports Network TV Channels and online on Jio Cinema. The match commences at 7:30 PM (IST) today.

IPL 2024: GT vs SRH & DC vs CSK, When and Where to Watch, Results So Far

March 30, 2024, 11:06 pm

The ongoing match between LSG and PBKS can be watched live on Star Sports Network TV Channels and online on Jio Cinema.

IPL 2024: The top 3 teams in the points table are Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Rajasthan Royals (RR). All three teams have 4 points each. Lucknow Super Giants are the only team who haven’t opened their account. They will be hoping to win the match today and secure their first win.

The cricket carnival moves to Ahmedabad tomorrow for the Gujarat Titans (GT) vs Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) match. Followed by the match of Delhi Capitals (DC) vs Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Visakhapatnam in the evening. SRH and CSK are coming off fresh wins. While the GT and DC lost their last match respectively.

Schedule and Results So Far:

The schedule for the next 10 matches is given below.

1 March 22 7:30 PM CSK vs RCB Chennai (CSK won by 6 wkts)
2 March 23 3:30 PM PBKS vs DC Mohali (PBKS won by 4 wkts)
3 March 23 7:30 PM KKR vs SRH Kolkata (KKR won by 4 runs)
4 March 24 3:30 PM RR vs LSG Jaipur (RR won by 20 runs)
5 March 24 7:30 PM GT vs MI Ahmedabad (GT won by 6 runs)
6 March 25 7:30 PM RCB vs PBKS Bengaluru (RCB won by 4 wkts)
7 March 26 7:30 PM CSK vs GT Chennai (CSK won by 63 runs)
8 March 27 7:30 PM SRH vs MI Hyderabad (SRH won by 31 runs)
9 March 28 7:30 PM RR vs DC Jaipur (RR won by 12 runs)
10 March 29 7:30 PM RCB vs KKR Bengaluru (KKR won by 7 wkts)
11 March 30 7:30 PM LSG vs PBKS Lucknow (Ongoing)
12 March 31 3:30 PM GT vs SRH Ahmedabad (Tomorrow)
13 March 31 7:30 PM DC vs CSK Visakhapatnam (Tomorrow)
14 April 1 7:30 PM MI vs RR Mumbai
15 April 2 7:30 PM RCB vs LSG Bengaluru
16 April 3 7:30 PM DC vs KKR Visakhapatnam
17 April 4 7:30 PM GT vs PBKS Ahmedabad
18 April 5 7:30 PM SRH vs CSK Hyderabad
19 April 6 7:30 PM RR vs RCB Jaipur
20 April 7 3:30 PM MI vs DC Mumbai

When and Where to Watch:

Both matches will be coming live on the Star Sports Network TV Channels and online on Jio Cinema. The encounter between GT and SRH starts at 3:30 PM (IST) tomorrow. The evening match between DC and CSK will start at 7:30 PM (IST).

IPL 2024: LSG vs PBKS, When and Where to Watch, Results So Far

March 29, 2024, 10:44 pm

The ongoing match between RCB and KKR can be watched live on Star Sports Network TV Channels and online on Jio Cinema.

IPL 2024: The points table stands with the defending champions Chennai Super Kings right on the top. They are followed by the Rajasthan Royals (RR) which is the only other team that has won both their matches. However, Kolkata Knight Riders look set to win their ongoing encounter against the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and join CSK and RR on the top.

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) will go head-to-head tomorrow in LSG’s backyard. Having lost their opening encounter, LSG will be looking to open their account in the points table. While Punjab will be looking to get back to winning ways following their loss against the RCB.

Schedule and Results So Far:

The schedule for the next 10 matches is given below.

When and Where to Watch:

The match between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) will be coming live tomorrow on Star Sports Network TV Channels and online on Jio Cinema. The match commences at 7:30 PM (IST).

RCB Skipper Faf du Plessis Heaps Praise On Virat Kohli After Win Against PBKS

March 26, 2024, 1:10 am

After Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) secured a victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match, RCB captain Faf Du Plessis praised Virat Kohli for his performance, emphasizing the importance of his innings on the challenging pitch. Du Plessis highlighted Kohli’s enduring passion for cricket and his vital contribution to the team’s success.

In the match, Kohli, known as the ‘Chasemaster,’ played a pivotal role, supported by Mahipal Lomror and Dinesh Karthik, who provided crucial finishes to secure RCB’s four-wicket win at Chinnaswamy Stadium. Du Plessis expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance, particularly acknowledging Karthik’s contribution to the victory.

Despite PBKS’s decent batting performances from Shikhar Dhawan, Jitesh Sharma, and Sam Curran, they could only manage to score 176/6, with Mohammed Siraj and Glenn Maxwell taking two wickets each for RCB. In their chase, RCB faced wicket losses but were steadied by Kohli’s innings of 77 runs.

Dinesh Karthik and Mahipal Lomror’s impressive finishes ensured RCB’s victory with four wickets in hand and four balls remaining. Harpreet Brar and Kagiso Rabada stood out as PBKS’s top bowlers. Kohli was rightfully awarded the ‘Player of the Match’ title for his outstanding performance.

IPL 2024: RCB vs PBKS When and Where to Watch, Results So Far

March 24, 2024, 10:34 pm

Watch GT vs MI live on Star Sports Network TV Channels and online on the Jio Cinema app and its website.

IPL 2024: All the teams will have played one match each after the ongoing match between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Mumbai Indians (MI). Rajasthan Royals (RR) won their afternoon encounter against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) today. Now, they find themselves sitting on the top of the table.

However, they can be replaced by the end of tonight as the match between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Mumbai Indians (MI) is still underway. Tomorrow features a single-header match between the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS). RCB will be looking to find the winning ways and open their account in the points table.

The schedule for the upcoming matches is given below. (BCCI has only released the schedule for the first 21 matches of the season due to the Lok Sabha Polls).

Schedule and Results so far:

When and Where to Watch:

The match between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and the Punjab Kings (PBKS) will be coming your way live on the Star Sports Network TV Channels and online on the Jio Cinema app and its website. The match starts at 7:30 PM (IST).

CSK vs PBKS: Spin to play crucial role in Chepauk

April 29, 2023, 6:46 pm

Spinners are anticipated to play a significant role in the strategy of the home team, Chennai Super Kings, in the IPL encounter against Punjab Kings on Sunday. Both sides enter the game having suffered losses in their previous games. CSK lost to Rajasthan Royals by 32 runs, while PBKS lost to Lucknow Super Giants by 56 runs.

However, CSK will be relieved to be back in familiar surroundings where spin is king and their cunning captain M S Dhoni will try to suffocate the PBKS batters. In Jaipur, a high-flying CSK was ambushed as the batters fell short of the required 203 runs to defeat the Royals.

The CSK batting lineup, which has proven effective, struggled against RR. Despite being in excellent form, opener Devon Conway struggled. In addition to Conway, CSK’s notable hitters have included opener Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ajinkya Rahane, and Shivam Dube, who has demonstrated his ability to score quickly.

The CSK think-tank may be concerned about Ravindra Jadeja’s lack of runs, but the all-rounder more than makes up for it with his excellent bowling and fielding. The fans would be ecstatic if the talismanic captain faced even a few deliveries because Dhoni seemed to be on a farewell run. When the Royals went on the offensive, Dhoni turned to his spinners, and Maheesh Theekshana and Ravindra Jadeja were able to stop the bleeding right away.

Come Sunday, the skipper will once again rely on his spinners to turn the ball and bamboozle the opposition. CSK is likely to continue with its three-pronged spin attack of Jadeja, Theekshana, and Moeen Ali. In the pace department, Tushar Deshpande, with 14 wickets, albeit at an economy rate of 12.57, has put his hand up in the absence of an injured Deepak Chahar and will look to put his best forward, while young Aksah Singh and Matheesha Pathirana will look for an improved show.

Punjab Kings, on the other hand, have struggled for consistency, and the return of skipper Shikhar Dhawan did not help the team’s cause on Friday. Up against a daunting target, the PBKS batters scored at a decent pace and did their best to reach 200 but couldn’t take the side over the line. They will have their work cut out against the spin-heavy CSK.

The top-order, comprising Dhawan, Prabhsimran Singh, and Atharva Taide, needs to get going, while Liam Livingstone is yet to come into his own and get a big score. Sam Curran led the way against the Mumbai Indians, and his contribution with both bat and ball holds the key for the team.

Pacers Arshdeep Singh and Kagiso Rabada, who were taken to the cleaners by LSG batters, will have to regroup quickly. Leg-spinner Rahul Chahar’s spell in the middle overs would also be crucial on a Chennai track, which is usually slow and low.

IPL Match 27: Strong start by Plessis, Kohli for RCB against PBKS

April 20, 2023, 4:24 pm

On Thursday, PBKS stand-in skipper Sam Curran won the toss and opted to field first against RCB in the Indian Premier League at IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali.

For the RCB side, Virat Kohli will lead as captain, and they will take Faf Du Plessis as an impact player in the opener against the PBKS. Sam Curran will captain the side as Shikhar Dhawan missed out on today’s match for Punjab. So far, RCB has won only two of its five matches and is ranked eighth in the points table. While PBKS has three wins in their bag out of five matches, they are placed in fifth place.

So far, RCB starts well in batting position as opener batsman Faf Du Plessis and opener Virat Kohli have made a strong partnership of 100 runs. Kohli scored 43 runs out of 34 balls, and Faf Du Plessis scored 58 runs out of 38 balls.

Punjab Kings (Playing XI):

Atharva Taide, Matthew Short, Harpreet Singh Bhatia, Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran(c), Jitesh Sharma(w), Shahrukh Khan, Harpreet Brar, Nathan Ellis, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh.

Royal Challengers Bangalore (Playing XI):

Virat Kohli(c), Faf du Plessis, Mahipal Lomror, Glenn Maxwell, Shahbaz Ahmed, Dinesh Karthik(w), Wanindu Hasaranga, Suyash Prabhudessai, Harshal Patel, Wayne Parnell, Mohammed Siraj