After yesterday’s sensational match between Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings, it’s high time we consider PBKS to be a tough contender against Royal Challengers Bangalore in tomorrow’s match. The captain of the Punjab Kings, Shreyash Iyer, played the boss role. So, who will win the IPL Finals 2025 is the question of the hour.
Before that, let’s catch up on some interesting highlights of MI vs. PBKS.
Top Highlights Of Yesterday’s Match (MI vs. PBKS)
- As it continued to sprinkle in places throughout Ahmedabad, it briefly appeared as though the weather would ruin the fun of the PBKS vs. MI match. Thankfully, the BCCI’s two hours of reserve time paid off, as the game started at 9.45 p.m. without any overs being lost.
- After his batting lineup’s dramatic failure in the previous match, PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer won the toss and decided to bowl first. When Rohit Sharma tried to hit a big shot to Marcus Stoinis and was removed within the 30-yard circle, PBKS claimed his wicket early in the innings.
- Jonny Bairstow, on the other hand, threatened PBKS by hitting the bowlers all over the field and assisting his team in a potent powerplay. Vyshak Vijay Kumar removed Bairstow on a score of 38 shortly after the six-over mark.
- MI was able to gain momentum in the last overs after being put in a stable position by Suryakumar Yadav (44 off 26 balls) and Tilak Varma (44 off 29 balls). From there, Naman Dhir (37 off 18 balls) took over, assisting MI in scoring more than 200 runs in their 20 overs.
Josh Inglis and Shreyas Iyer were brought to the crease when PBKS lost the early wickets of their openers, Prabhsimran Singh (6 off 9 balls) and Priyansh Arya (20 off 10 balls), while chasing a total of 204 runs. Iyer needed some time to settle into his groove, but Inglis immediately went into attacking gear and kept PBKS’ scoring pace high. Iyer and Nehal Wadhera (48 off 29 balls) put PBKS in a great position after Inglis was dismissed.
PBKS was well ahead by the time Wadhera was removed, but Iyer (81 off 47 balls) stayed until the very finish to make sure he didn’t lose.
This exceptional showdown has let the RCB fans think about the franchise bagging the IPL 2025 title. Let’s know the weather report, pitch report, and more to see who lifts the cup tomorrow.
RCB vs PBKS: Let The Final Show Begin; IPL 2025 Finals
The match between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore will be the one to be printed in the history of the IPL book by fans. It’s their first time to pick up the cup in the IPL Finals 2025. Both teams will try their best for the finals.
However, RCB has had the advantage in the IPL 2025. Bengaluru has won two of its three meetings this season. Two days later, RCB recovered with a convincing 7-wicket victory after PBKS had won the opening game on April 18 in a rain-soaked match.
When RCB bowled out Punjab for just 101 and chased the target down in just 10 overs in Qualifier 1, it made the largest statement. They advanced directly to the final thanks to that resounding victory.
It will be a jaw-dropping battle for sure!!
RCB vs PBKS: Head-to-head Stats (Venue)
- In terms of venue history, Bengaluru has defeated PBKS six times in Chinnaswamy, the home field of the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). At the former ground in Mohali, RCB is likewise in the lead.
- The qualification was conducted in Mullanpur, where PBKS has generally had trouble. However, Punjab leads in neutral grounds with four victories to RCB’s two.
- In 2021, PBKS defeated RCB in their lone prior encounter at the final location, Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. They might get a little mental lift from that.
RCB vs PBKS: Stats (Individual)
- With 1,116 runs in 35 innings, Virat Kohli has been exceptional when looking at individual records. He has scored the most runs in RCB vs. PBKS history.
- Yuzvendra Chahal leads all bowlers with 28 wickets. Due to a wrist injury, Punjab was unable to use their best spinner throughout the playoffs. PBKS will have a psychological benefit if their bowler who was most effective against Bengaluru plays in the championship game.
The stakes are high. The 18-year wait will come to an end for one team. However, the other will continue to experience heartbreak.
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