IPL 2025 Points Table and Net Run Rate Updated Following PBKS vs RR Match
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Rajasthan Royals (RR) turned up the heat in IPL 2025 with a powerful all-round performance, crushing the previously unbeaten Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 50 runs in Match 18 at Mullanpur on Saturday.
The win not only boosted RR’s morale but also jolted the points table. Rising from ninth to seventh, Rajasthan bagged their second win of the season and gave their net run rate a much-needed lift. PBKS, though handed their first defeat, stayed in the top two owing to their strong early-season run.
Jaiswal and Parag Lead the Charge
Put in to bat, Rajasthan made the most of the opportunity. Yashasvi Jaiswal was in top gear, hammering a fluent 67 off 45 balls. Skipper Sanju Samson chipped in with a quickfire 38, setting the platform for a big total.
But it was Riyan Parag who lit up the final overs, smashing an unbeaten 43 off just 25 balls. Cameos from Nitish Rana (12 off 7) and Shimron Hetmyer (20 off 12) ensured RR finished strong at 205/4.
Punjab’s bowlers had a tough outing. Lockie Ferguson took two wickets but went for 37 runs. Marco Jansen and Arshdeep Singh managed a wicket each, but the middle overs lacked sting, allowing RR to dominate.
Punjab’s Chase Fizzles Out
Chasing 206, PBKS faltered early. Skipper Shreyas Iyer departed in the very first over, triggering a top-order collapse. Despite a valiant 62 from Nehal Wadhera and a brisk 30 from Glenn Maxwell, Punjab never looked in control and stumbled to 155/9.
Jofra Archer was the pick of the bowlers, grabbing 3/25. Spin twins Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana choked the scoring in the middle overs, while Sandeep Sharma’s tight lines and key strikes sealed the game.
IPL 2025 Points Table
Momentum Shift
This convincing win gave Rajasthan Royals a vital shot of momentum as they look to build on their campaign. Punjab Kings, meanwhile, will aim to regroup quickly and stay in the race in a highly competitive season.
The win not only boosted RR’s morale but also jolted the points table. Rising from ninth to seventh, Rajasthan bagged their second win of the season and gave their net run rate a much-needed lift. PBKS, though handed their first defeat, stayed in the top two owing to their strong early-season run.
Jaiswal and Parag Lead the Charge
Put in to bat, Rajasthan made the most of the opportunity. Yashasvi Jaiswal was in top gear, hammering a fluent 67 off 45 balls. Skipper Sanju Samson chipped in with a quickfire 38, setting the platform for a big total.
But it was Riyan Parag who lit up the final overs, smashing an unbeaten 43 off just 25 balls. Cameos from Nitish Rana (12 off 7) and Shimron Hetmyer (20 off 12) ensured RR finished strong at 205/4.
Punjab’s bowlers had a tough outing. Lockie Ferguson took two wickets but went for 37 runs. Marco Jansen and Arshdeep Singh managed a wicket each, but the middle overs lacked sting, allowing RR to dominate.
Punjab’s Chase Fizzles Out
Chasing 206, PBKS faltered early. Skipper Shreyas Iyer departed in the very first over, triggering a top-order collapse. Despite a valiant 62 from Nehal Wadhera and a brisk 30 from Glenn Maxwell, Punjab never looked in control and stumbled to 155/9.
Jofra Archer was the pick of the bowlers, grabbing 3/25. Spin twins Wanindu Hasaranga and Maheesh Theekshana choked the scoring in the middle overs, while Sandeep Sharma’s tight lines and key strikes sealed the game.
IPL 2025 Points Table
Momentum Shift
This convincing win gave Rajasthan Royals a vital shot of momentum as they look to build on their campaign. Punjab Kings, meanwhile, will aim to regroup quickly and stay in the race in a highly competitive season.
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