Cricket Highlights, April 13: IPL 2025 (28th Match) – RR vs RCB

RR vs RCB (28th Match) – Highlights

In a thrilling encounter at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) stamped their authority over Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the 28th match of IPL 2025. Chasing a target of 174 runs, RCB coasted to a dominant nine-wicket victory with 15 balls to spare, thanks to a brilliant opening partnership and a spectacular performance from Phil Salt, who was named Player of the Match for his explosive innings of 65 runs off just 33 balls.

After being put in to bat, the Rajasthan Royals got off to a strong start, led by a fluent Yashasvi Jaiswal, who looked in top touch. The young left-hander impressed with a stylish 75 off 47 balls, featuring 10 fours and 2 sixes. However, RR’s innings lost steam during the middle overs. Captain Sanju Samson struggled to get going and was dismissed for a scratchy 15, falling to a sharp stumping by Krunal Pandya.

Riyan Parag added some spark with a quickfire 30 off 22, while Dhruv Jurel provided a late push with an unbeaten 35 from 23 deliveries. Despite a few big hits at the death, the Royals ended with 173 for 4 from their 20 overs—a decent total, but far from intimidating.

RCB’s bowling effort was economical without being overly threatening. Krunal Pandya was the pick of the bowlers with 1 for 29 in his four overs, while Hazlewood, Yash Dayal, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar chipped in with a wicket each. However, the Royals would have hoped for more breakthroughs, especially against a powerful RCB batting line-up.

In reply, RCB got off to a flying start as Phil Salt and Virat Kohli stitched together a blazing 92-run partnership for the opening wicket. Salt came out all guns blazing, smashing 5 boundaries and 6 sixes in a scintillating knock that put RR on the back foot early. His fearless approach allowed Kohli to settle in and play the anchor role before shifting gears later on. Salt eventually departed for a fiery 65 in the ninth over, but by that point, the platform was well and truly set, and the pressure was firmly on the Royals.

Kohli continued to play with authority, finishing unbeaten on 62 off 45 balls, supported by Devdutt Padikkal, who also remained not out on a fluent 40 from 28 deliveries. The pair ensured there were no further hiccups, guiding RCB to their target in just 17.3 overs and sealing a comprehensive win.

This win provides RCB with a crucial lift in the points table while raising new concerns about RR’s struggles to defend totals. For the Royals, the failure to pick up wickets at key moments and expensive spells from main bowlers like Hasaranga and Theekshana proved costly.

Rajasthan Royals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Scoreboard

Rajasthan Royals – 173/4 (20)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 175/1 (17.3)

Result – RCB won by 9 wickets (with 15 balls remaining)

Player of the Match – Phil Salt

RR vs RCB Playing XIs

Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (c & wk), Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Nitish Rana, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Maheesh Theekshana, Sandeep Sharma, Tushar Deshpande

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar (c), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Yash Dayal

Disclaimer: This match highlight is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.

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