Royal Challengers Bengaluru delivered a spectacular all-round performance to trounce Punjab Kings by eight wickets in Qualifier 1 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, securing their place in the final in emphatic fashion.
Opting to bowl first after winning the toss, RCB’s bowling unit unleashed relentless pressure on a strong PBKS batting line-up, folding them for a paltry 101 runs in just 14.1 overs. Suyash Sharma and Josh Hazlewood returned with three wickets each.
Meanwhile, chasing a modest 102 for victory, RCB opener Phil Salt set the tone with an explosive, unbeaten 56 off just 27 balls. His innings featured six boundaries and three sixes, ensuring RCB stayed on top. Salt was supported by the rest of the top order, as RCB cruised to the target in just 10 overs