š RCB Secures Top-Two Finish with Record-Breaking Victory
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) clinched a spot in Qualifier 1 after a thrilling six-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). Jitesh Sharma’s explosive 85* off 33 balls led the chase of 228 runs, marking RCB’s seventh consecutive away wināa first in IPL history. IPL T20+7The Times of India+7NDTVSports.com+7The Times of India+4NDTVSports.com+4India Today+4
š Qualifier 1 Set: RCB vs PBKS on May 29
RCB will face Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Qualifier 1 at the new PCA Stadium in Chandigarh on May 29. Both teams aim for their maiden IPL title. RCB’s experienced lineup contrasts with PBKS’s reliance on uncapped talent, who contributed nearly 60% of their runs this season. The Times of India+3Business Standard+3Business Standard+3
šØ Code of Conduct Breach: LSG Penalized for Slow Over-Rate
LSG captain Rishabh Pant has been fined for maintaining a slow over-rate during Match 70 against RCB. This penalty comes as the team exits the tournament. IPL T20+1India Today+1
š Playoff Teams Finalized
The IPL 2025 playoff teams are:
- Punjab Kings (PBKS)
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
- Mumbai Indians (MI)
- Gujarat Titans (GT)India TodayBusiness Standard+2Business Standard+2The Times of India+2
PBKS and RCB will compete in Qualifier 1, while MI and GT will face off in the Eliminator. M9.news+8Business Standard+8Hindustan Times+8
š Jitesh Sharma Breaks MS Dhoni’s Record
Jitesh Sharma’s unbeaten 85* against LSG not only secured RCB’s win but also broke MS Dhoni’s record for the most sixes in a single IPL season by a wicketkeeper. Reuters+3The Times of India+3NDTVSports.com+3
š BCCI to Honor Armed Forces in Closing Ceremony
The BCCI plans to honor the Indian Armed Forces during the IPL 2025 closing ceremony on June 3, recognizing their service and dedication. News9live
