RCB Outclasses RR with a Nine-Wicket Victory in IPL 2025 Showdown

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In a one-sided clash at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) delivered a dominant performance to defeat Rajasthan Royals (RR) by nine wickets in the 28th match of IPL 2025. The game was marked by RCB's clinical chase and Virat Kohli’s milestone innings.


RCB Outclasses RR with a Nine-Wicket Victory in IPL 2025 Showdown
RCB Outclasses RR with a Nine-Wicket Victory in IPL 2025 Showdown



RR’s Solid Start with the Bat

Batting first, Rajasthan Royals managed to post a competitive total of 173 runs for the loss of 4 wickets in their 20 overs. Young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal was the star of their innings, scoring a fluent 75 off 47 deliveries, laced with classy boundaries and well-timed sixes. Riyan Parag chipped in with 30 runs, while Dhruv Jurel played a handy cameo towards the end, remaining unbeaten on 35.

Although RR built partnerships at regular intervals, they missed the opportunity to press on in the final overs. Their total looked defendable but not intimidating on a batting-friendly surface.


RCB’s Chase: A Masterclass in Batting

RCB’s response was nothing short of sensational. Openers Virat Kohli and Phil Salt set the stage with an explosive opening stand. Salt’s blistering knock of 65 from just 33 balls took the pressure off the chase early on. He smashed the bowlers all over the park before getting dismissed.

Kohli continued the momentum with a well-paced unbeaten 62, registering his 100th half-century in T20 cricket — a remarkable achievement that highlights his legacy in the format. Devdutt Padikkal supported him effectively with a quickfire 40 not out, sealing the game in 17.3 overs.


Key Moments and Highlights

  • Kohli’s Historic Feat: Virat Kohli reached his 100th T20 fifty, reinforcing his position as one of the greatest in the format.

  • Salt’s Aggression: Phil Salt's explosive innings dismantled RR’s bowling plans early, setting the tone for an easy chase.

  • RR’s Missed Chances: Fielding errors, including a couple of dropped catches, hurt Rajasthan Royals significantly.

  • RCB’s Consistency: This victory marked RCB’s fourth consecutive win away from home, showcasing their strong form on the road.


Points Table Impact and What’s Next

With this comprehensive win, RCB jumped to third place on the points table with 8 points. On the other hand, RR, still struggling to find consistency, slipped further down the table.

Looking ahead, RCB will next take on Punjab Kings on April 18, while Rajasthan Royals will try to bounce back against Lucknow Super Giants on April 19.

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