RCB Edges Out RR in a Thrilling 11-Run Win in IPL 2025
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) pulled off an exciting 11-run victory against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in a heart-pounding IPL 2025 match at M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Thursday. It was RCB’s first home win this season, and the game had fans on the edge of their seats until the final ball.
RCB batted first and put up a solid 205/5 in their 20 overs, thanks to a fiery 70 off 42 balls from Virat Kohli. His knock, packed with 8 fours and 2 sixes, got the crowd roaring. Devdutt Padikkal chipped in with a steady 50, while Tim David’s quick 23 added some late firepower. RR’s Josh Hazlewood (4/33) bowled tightly toward the end, keeping RCB from running away with the score.
Chasing 205, RR looked strong, with Yashasvi Jaiswal (49) and Dhruv Jurel (47). But the game flipped in the final over, thanks to Josh Hazlewood. Tasked with defending 18 runs, the Australian pacer quickly took 2 wickets. RR collapsed to 194/9, falling short in a dramatic finish. The Chinnaswamy crowd erupted, and X lit up with fans praising Hazlewood’s ice-cool performance.
The win moved RCB to third in the IPL 2025 standings, giving their playoff chances a big boost. For RR, the loss exposed their struggle to seal close games, something fans pointed out online. RCB’s grit and key performances from Kohli and Hazlewood have fans buzzing with hope for a strong season.
RCB is now gearing up to face the Delhi Capitals in a big upcoming match, while RR hopes to bounce back against the Gujarat Titans. With IPL 2025 heating up, RCB’s thrilling home win has fans dreaming of a deep playoff run.
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