RCB's Bowlers Shine in IPL Qualifier 1, Dismantling PBKS

In a thrilling IPL Qualifier 1 match, RCB's bowlers showcased their prowess by bowling out PBKS for just 101 runs. Captain Rajat Patidar's decision to bowl first raised eyebrows, but the team's bowlers, led by Suyash Sharma's impressive 3/17, proved critics wrong. This match highlighted a remarkable turnaround for Sharma, who had struggled in previous games. With contributions from Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar, RCB's bowling attack delivered a performance to remember. Read on to explore the details of this exciting encounter.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 30, 2025, 08:11 IST

RCB's Bold Decision Pays Off

Following the toss in Qualifier 1 at Mullanpur, RCB captain Rajat Patidar faced criticism for opting to bowl first against PBKS. Historically, teams batting first had triumphed in three out of four IPL 2025 matches at this venue. Nevertheless, the Bengaluru bowlers had a different strategy in mind.

PBKS Struggles with Batting

PBKS was bowled out for a mere 101 runs, marking one of the lowest scores in IPL playoff history. The standout performances came from a rejuvenated bowling attack featuring Josh Hazlewood, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Yash Dayal, and leg spinner Suyash Sharma, who delivered an exceptional performance with figures of 3/17.

Suyash Sharma's Game-Changing Performance

A Remarkable Turnaround

This performance marked a significant turnaround for Suyash, who had only managed one wicket in his last five outings. While he had shown variation, his inability to maintain good lengths had hindered his effectiveness. In this match, he finally found his rhythm and reaped the rewards of his efforts.

Hazlewood matched Suyash's impressive spell with three wickets, while Dayal contributed two and Bhuvneshwar added one by dismissing an opening batter.