Rajasthan Royals edged out Punjab Kings in a nail-biting finish to IPL 2024's match 27. Shimron Hetmyer's late blitz secured a three-wicket win for the Royals.
The Rajasthan Royals pulled off a dramatic last-over heist against the Punjab Kings in a low-scoring thriller, securing a narrow three-wicket victory in match number 27 of the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL).
Table of Content
1.Rajasthan Royals Restrict Punjab Kings to 147 Runs
2.Royals Chase Falters in Middle Overs
3.Hetmyer's Last-Over Heroics Seals Victory for Rajasthan Royals
4.Royals Maintain Top Spot in IPL 2024 Points Table
Punjab Kings Set Modest Target
Opting to field first, the Rajasthan Royals bowlers did a commendable job restricting Punjab Kings to a paltry 147 runs in their 20 overs. Ashutosh Sharma, playing a crucial cameo at the lower end of the order, emerged as the highest run-scorer for Punjab with a valiant 32 off 25 balls. The disciplined bowling attack of the Royals, with Yuzvendra Chahal and Kuldeep Yadav taking two wickets apiece,, kept the Punjab batsmen in check throughout the innings.
Rajasthan Royals Stumble in Chase
Despite a decent start from their openers, the Rajasthan Royals chase also faltered in the middle overs. Key batsmen like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sanju Samson fell prey to some quality bowling from Kagiso Rabada, leaving the Royals in a precarious position at 128/5 with just a handful of overs remaining.
Hetmyer Takes Center Stage
Enter Shimron Hetmyer. The explosive left-hander played a match-winning knock, smashing an unbeaten 27 off just 10 deliveries. Hetmyer's knock was a masterclass in power-hitting, including a last-ball six that sealed the win for the Royals. Arshdeep Singh, bowling the final over for Punjab, had a chance to become the hero, but Hetmyer's brilliance proved too much to handle.
Rajasthan Royals Maintain Top Spot
With this thrilling victory, the Rajasthan Royals consolidated their position at the top of the IPL 2024 points table. Their bowling attack, coupled with the heroics of Shimron Hetmyer, ensured two crucial points for the Royals. The Punjab Kings, on the other hand, will be left ruing their missed opportunities, particularly in the death overs.
