Punjab Kings Achieve Record IPL Total with Stellar Batting Performance
Punjab Kings Dominate at Himachal Pradesh Stadium
During a thrilling match at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Shashank Singh made a significant impact after Nehal Wadhera's brief innings. On the fourth delivery of the 17th over, Singh seized a short ball from Mayank Yadav, executing a powerful pull shot that soared over fine leg for an impressive six, landing on the roof and prompting the umpires to replace the ball.
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In a remarkable display of batting prowess, Punjab Kings set a new record for their highest IPL score at this venue, finishing with an impressive 236/5 in their 20 overs. Prabhsimran Singh was the star of the show, scoring 91 runs off just 48 balls, including 6 fours and 7 sixes. He formed a solid partnership with captain Shreyas Iyer, who contributed a brisk 45 runs off 25 balls before being dismissed by spinner Digvesh Rathi, marking his first dismissal by a spinner in IPL 2025.
Josh Inglis also played a crucial role in the innings, scoring 30 runs off 14 balls, while Shashank Singh (33* off 15) and Marcus Stoinis (15* off 5) added valuable runs towards the end. Singh's highlight was his massive six off Mayank Yadav, showcasing Punjab's aggressive batting approach.
On the bowling side, Lucknow's bowlers faced challenges, with Avesh Khan and Mayank Yadav conceding 57 and 60 runs, respectively. Rathi and Akash Singh managed to take two wickets each, but Punjab's relentless batting ensured they set a formidable target, putting them in a strong position to defend their score on a high-scoring pitch.