IPL 2023: PBKS vs RR | Sam Curran, Jitesh Sharma and Sharukh Khan revive Punjab innings
In a thrilling encounter between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023, PBKS won the match by 4 wickets. The match took place at the picturesque Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamshala. The home side won the toss and chose to bowl. RR made 188 runs in their 20 overs. In reply, PBKS chased down the target with 4 wickets in hand and 8 balls to spare.
Sam Curran, Jitesh Sharma and Sharukh Khan played an important role in reviving Punjab’s innings. Punjab Kings were in a spot of bother, having lost 3 wickets for just 26 runs. It was then that Sam Curran and Jitesh Sharma got together and put on a crucial partnership of 62 runs for the fourth wicket. Jitesh Sharma was eventually dismissed for 28 runs, but Sam Curran continued to hold the fort.
Sharukh Khan then joined Curran and the duo batted aggressively, with Sharukh Khan hitting some lusty blows. Curran top-scored for PBKS with 70 runs off just 47 balls, while Sharukh Khan remained unbeaten on 34 off 13 balls. Their partnership of 87 runs off just 37 balls was the turning point of the match.
For RR, Rahul Tewatia was the pick of the bowlers as he took 3 wickets for 26 runs. But his efforts were not enough to prevent PBKS from winning the match. In their innings, RR were propelled by some aggressive batting from Sanju Samson and Ben Stokes. Samson top-scored with 79 runs off just 47 balls, while Stokes made 47 runs off 31 balls.
Both teams have now played 3 matches each in the IPL 2023 season. PBKS have won 2 matches and lost 1, while RR have won 1 match and lost 2. This win will give PBKS a lot of confidence going forward, while RR will be looking to bounce back in their next match.
Heading 1: PBKS vs RR – A Thrilling Encounter at IPL 2023
Heading 2: RR Sets a Target of 188 Runs, PBKS Chases It Down with 4 Wickets in Hand
Heading 3: Sam Curran, Jitesh Sharma and Sharukh Khan – The Heroes of PBKS’s Revival
Heading 4: Aggressive Batting by Sanju Samson and Ben Stokes Propel RR to a High Total
Heading 5: PBKS Wins 2nd Match in IPL 2023, RR Loses 2nd Match
The match between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamshala was a thrilling encounter. After winning the toss, RR chose to bat first and made a formidable score of 188 runs in their 20 overs. In reply, PBKS chased down the target with 4 wickets in hand and 8 balls to spare.
However, it was not an easy chase for PBKS as they lost 3 wickets for just 26 runs. It was then that Sam Curran and Jitesh Sharma got together and put on a crucial partnership of 62 runs for the fourth wicket. Jitesh Sharma was eventually dismissed for 28 runs, but Curran continued to hold the fort.
Sharukh Khan then joined Curran, and the duo batted aggressively, with Sharukh Khan hitting some lusty blows. Curran top-scored for PBKS with 70 runs off just 47 balls, while Sharukh Khan remained unbeaten on 34 off 13 balls. Their partnership of 87 runs off just 37 balls was the turning point of the match.
On the other hand, RR’s innings were propelled by some aggressive batting from Sanju Samson and Ben Stokes. Samson top-scored with 79 runs off just 47 balls, while Stokes made 47 runs off 31 balls. However, their efforts were not enough to prevent PBKS from winning the match.
Rahul Tewatia was the pick of the bowlers for RR as he took 3 wickets for 26 runs. But his efforts were in vain as PBKS emerged victorious.
Both teams have now played 3 matches each in the IPL 2023 season. PBKS have won 2 matches and lost 1, while RR have won 1 match and lost 2. This win will give PBKS a lot of confidence going forward, while RR will be looking to bounce back in their next match.