In the 18th game of IPL 2025held at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur. Royals Rajasthan (RR) And Punjab Kings (PBKS). After winning the draw, Captain Pbks Shreyas Iyer First elected in the bowl, probably expecting early help under the evening lights. But what happened was a masterclass of the Royals – directed by Sanju Samson– Followed by a disciplined bowling force that sealed a 50 -point commander victory.
PowerPlay Punch and Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Onslaught against Pbks
The Royals of Rajasthan started their sleeves with calculated assault, scoring 53 points in the power game without losing a counter. Samson’s opening duo and Yashasvi Jaiswal Looked in a sublime touch. Jaiswal, in particular, has appeared in confidence in dismantling the attack on rhythm of pbks with a range of powerful blows. He spoke of his half-century of 40 balls, presenting his flair with 3 four and 5 six.
Jaiswal sleeves of 67 discounts out of 45 deliveries were prevented from elegance and authority. If it was launched Marco Jansen Too long or pulling Lockie Ferguson In the stands, he seemed to strike on another surface. Its 89 partnership with the Samson skipper has established the foundations for a total of gigantic. Although Jaiswal fell to Ferguson in the 14th, but damage had already been caused.
Middle Order Mayhem by Riyan Parag and Dhruv Jurel’s Finish
After Samson’s layoffs (38 out of 26) and Nitish Rana (12 OFF 7), it was time for the intermediate order of the Royals to take the reins. Riyan Parag Played a Blinder, breaking 43 * on only 25 bullets, dotted with 3 four and 3 six. Shimron Hetmyer And Dhruv Adding rapid death races, pushing the Royals to an intimidating 205/4 at the end of their 20 Overs.
Despite decent spells of Arshdeep Singh (1/35) and Ferguson (2/37), PBKS not had control to contain the late assault of RR. Marcus Stoinis was the most expensive, conceding 48 of his four overtime without counters.
Failive pbks: early and lonely warrior collapse
Chasing a rigid target of 206, the PBKs have never really found their foot. Jofra Archer struck in the very first ball, returning a beginner Priyansh Arya For a golden duck. Archer continued his destructive fate, claiming Captain Iyer’s counters and later Arshdeep, ending with 3/25 impressive figures, which earned him the match player.
The upper order collapsed under pressure, reduced to 43/4 inside the first seven Overs. Just when the prosecution looked completely derailed, Nehal Wadhera Intensity with a crazy blow of 62 out of 41. He struck with composure and aggressiveness, striking 4 limits and 3 six to keep the weak hopes of Punjab.
Wadhera and Glenn Maxwell (30 out of 21) has sewn a 50 -point partnership together, briefly restart the sleeves. However, Maheesh TheEkshana And Wanindu hazaanga Assured that there was no miracle, swallowing up in the middle and lower order with timely breakthroughs.
Bowling Brilliance seals the agreement for RR
RR’s bowling unit was perfect with their lines and lengths. Sandeep Sharma was exceptional with the new ball and death, selecting 2/21 in its quota. Theekshana (2/26) and Rasanga (1/36) kept things tight in the middle of the Overs, not allowing PBKs to take a dynamic. The counters falling regularly and the points with points accumulating, the Punjab finally finished at 155/9, short by 50 massive races.
Also look: Jofra Archer Castles Priyansh Arya and Shreyas Iyer with an ardent rhythm in PBKS vs RR Clash
Here’s how fan reacted:
Well played, Yashasvi Jaiswal .. !!!
– 67 run from 45 balls, vital for confidence leading to the Backend of the Tournament ⚡ pic.twitter.com/6juvvalin
– Johns. (@Criccrazyjohns) April 5, 2025
Bhabhi ‘Maddie Hamilton’ is happy to see Jaiswal breaking the quieurs …… ..mmm#Yashasvi #jaiswal #rrvspk pic.twitter.com/2ln2zm0ubk
– Shikhar Das (@astro__sunita) April 5, 2025
Yashasvi Jaiswal is back baby 🔥🔥❤️#Pbksvrr pic.twitter.com/bxp8krijoa
– chai_sutta (@chai_suttaguy) April 5, 2025
Either a low score or a test
Nothing between the two for Yashasvi Jaiswal Égoitte pic.twitter.com/g2b6azsplj
– 𝘿𝙖𝙠𝙨𝙝 (@ Visgauge77) April 5, 2025
Yashasvi Jaiswal
First 40 balls after 40 balls 🥵 pic.twitter.com/pvaox5icto
– Robert (@ b3tt3rcallsa7l) April 5, 2025
A generational talent
Will govern this decade🔥 || Remember the name Yashasvi Jaiswal 🔫 pic.twitter.com/6xqixilllw– Anurag Singh (@enoughsamm) April 5, 2025
Yashasvi Jaiswal scored 67 (45) vs PBKS.
A good blow by Jaiswal. 👏 pic.twitter.com/ul0pvemtsj
– MUFADDAL VOHRA (@mufaddal_vohra) April 5, 2025
We all await Yashasvi’s return
Jaiswal in IPL 2025 ❤️🩹✨#Yashasvijaiswal #Jaiswal #Ipl # IPL2025 pic.twitter.com/9xacue5b2r– Cictale_yash (@ feeltuner84754) April 3, 2025
Fraud?
Did they really say that?
Yashasvi Jaiswal has just dropped a 67 on 43 Masterclass – 3 ovens, 5 Sixes 💥
Close the noise.
The guy never left – he was just to charge. 👑🔥
He will continue to strike.#Srhvsrr #Yashasvijaiswal pic.twitter.com/acelayvl6f– sg⁷⁷_ybj⁶⁴ (@jyajashvi) April 5, 2025
A splendid victory for the Royals 💪#Pbksvsrr # IPL2025
Dashboard 👉 pic.twitter.com/dxwrlkwnab– Crickettimes.com (@CricketTimeMeshq) April 5, 2025