Punjab Kings-Royal Challengers Bangalore Register UNWANTED IPL Record During Thriller in Mumbai

PBKS vs RCB Records: The match saw a total of 45 extras being conceded which happens to be the most in the history of IPL.

Mumbai: The first 200-run total was scored in this edition of the Indian Premier League and the team to do it was – Royal Challengers Bangalore. RCB posted 205 for two in their stipulated 20 overs. And while one felt they would win the match easily, PBKS had other plans. A sensation show from Odean Smith helped Punjab do the unthinkable. PBKS won the match by five wickets and six balls to spare.

While many records were broken and personal milestones achieved – there is one stat that will not please both the teams. The match saw a total of 45 extras being conceded which happens to be the most in the history of IPL. RCB conceded 23, while Punjab gave away 22. The previous highest was 38 which happened during a match between Deccan Chargers and Kolkata Knight Riders in 2008.

Meanwhile, Faf du Plessis blistering knock went in vain as Punjab Kings batters showed their power-hitting ability and hammered Royal Challengers Bangalore by five wickets in a high scoring 3rd match of the IPL 2022 at DY Patil Sports Academy, here on Sunday. After a brilliant performance with the bat, du Plessis has got the most runs till now (88) and is the orange cap holder.

It is noteworthy that Faf du Plessis has dethroned MS Dhoni as the orange cap holder.

Earlier in the day, Delhi Capitals beat Mumbai Indians in a thriller to go top of the points table. These are ealy days, but in a long tournament like the IPL, start is always the key.