TATA IPL 2025 Match 28: RR vs RCB – Match Highlights

RR vs RCB Match 28 Highlights, Match 28 of TATA IPL 2025, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) registered a dominant nine-wicket victory over Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur. A brilliant knock of 65 off 33 balls by Phil Salt and an unbeaten 62 off 45 balls by Virat Kohli led RCB to comfortably chase down 174 runs in just 17.3 overs.

RCB’s Clinical Win

The match, which saw RCB don their green jersey as part of their environmental sustainability initiative, was a showcase of their all-round dominance. It also marked RR’s first home game of the season.

RCB captain Rajat Patidar won the toss and opted to bowl first. The RR openers, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sanju Samson, started cautiously, with Jaiswal taking the lead during the powerplay. By the end of the first six overs, RR were at 45/0. For the first time this season, RCB failed to pick up a wicket during the powerplay, but their bowlers kept the run rate in check.

RR’s Innings: Jaiswal Shines, But Late Breakthroughs Hinder RR

Post powerplay, Krunal Pandya was brought into the attack and made an immediate impact by deceiving Sanju Samson with flight, having him stumped for 14 (12). Riyan Parag joined Jaiswal, and the duo stitched together a 56-run partnership. However, Yash Dayal got the breakthrough in the 14th over, dismissing Parag for 30 (22) with a clever slower ball.

Jaiswal, who had already reached his second half-century of the season, continued to accelerate. In the 16th over, he struck Josh Hazlewood for a six and a four but was eventually dismissed for 75 (47), trapped LBW by Hazlewood.

Dhruv Jurel finished the innings with an unbeaten 35 off 23 balls, helping RR reach a total of 173/4 in their 20 overs, setting a competitive target for RCB.

RCB’s Chase: Salt and Kohli Lead the Charge

In response, RCB openers Phil Salt and Virat Kohli began aggressively. Salt, in particular, came out with fierce intent. Despite surviving a couple of dropped chances, he capitalized in style, reaching his half-century in just 28 balls. He targeted the on-side boundaries and continued his onslaught before being dismissed by Kumar Kartikeya for 65 in the 9th over.

At 101/1 after 10 overs, RCB were well ahead in the chase. Kohli, who initially anchored the innings, started accelerating and brought up his 50 with a six, marking his 100th T20 half-century. This made him the first Indian and only the second player overall to achieve this feat in T20 cricket, further cementing his reputation as the ‘Chase Master’.

Devdutt Padikkal provided steady support with an unbeaten 40 off 28 balls, and together with Kohli, they guided RCB to victory in just 17.3 overs.

Match Summary:

RR: 173/4 (20 overs)
RCB: 174/1 (17.3 overs)
Result: Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by 9 wickets
Player of the Match: Phil Salt for his explosive 65 off 33 balls

What’s Next?

Rajasthan Royals will look to bounce back in their next match as they face off against Kolkata Knight Riders on April 14, 2025.
RCB will take on Delhi Capitals on April 13, 2025.

Conclusion

RCB delivered a clinical performance to beat RR by 9 wickets in Match 28 of IPL 2025. Phil Salt’s explosive innings and Virat Kohli’s calm chase were the highlights of the match, while the team’s all-round effort ensured they cruised to a comfortable victory. With this win, RCB continues their strong campaign in IPL 2025.