Venue: Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium DharamshalaMatch coverage has started! Live updates will appear here.This live blog is AI generated.Venkatesh Iyer Crowned Player of the Match | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 222/4 (20.0), Punjab Kings – 199/8 (20.0)May 17, 2026 7:41 pmVenkatesh Iyer’s outstanding performance has earned him the Player of the Match award. His crucial contributions were instrumental in his team’s victory today.Punjab Kings valiant chase falls short | Punjab Kings – (199/8 (20.0))May 17, 2026 7:20 pmDespite a blistering half-century from Shashank Singh and a late surge, Punjab Kings finish their innings at 199 for 8, falling short of the target of 223. A thrilling chase comes to an end.20 — Rasikh Salam Dar 199/8199 runs · 8WShashank Singh 56(26)Azmatullah Omarzai 14(10)Harpreet Brar 5(3)RCB clinches victory despite Punjab Kings’ valiant chase | RCB – 222/4(20.0), Punjab Kings – 199/8(20.0)May 17, 2026 7:20 pmRCB successfully defended their formidable total of 222, securing a 23-run victory over Punjab Kings. Despite a brilliant half-century from Shashank Singh and late efforts, Punjab Kings fell short, finishing on 199 for 8.Match ResultRCB won by 23 runsPunjab Kings’ chase ends as Rasikh Salam Dar takes two | Punjab Kings – 199/8 (20.0)May 17, 2026 7:20 pmRasikh Salam Dar’s final over sees two wickets fall, including the fighting Shashank Singh and Azmatullah Omarzai. Punjab Kings finish their innings at 199 for 8, falling short of the target.Over 20 — Rasikh Salam Dar 199/89 runs · 2WHarpreet Brar 5(3)Wicket! Azmatullah Omarzai caught out | Punjab Kings – 199/8 (20.0)May 17, 2026 7:20 pmAzmatullah Omarzai departs, caught by Tim David off Rasikh Salam Dar. A crucial wicket at the very end of the innings, as Punjab Kings’ chase comes to a close.Wicket! Azmatullah Omarzai departs199/8BattingAzmatullah Omarzaic Tim David b Rasikh Salam Dar14(10) 4s: 1 6s: 1 SR: 140.00Harpreet Brarnot out5(3) 4s: 1 6s: 0 SR: 166.67BowlingRasikh Salam Dar3/36 4.0 ov Eco: 9.00Josh Hazlewood1/36 4.0 ov Eco: 9.00Harpreet Brar pierces the infield | Punjab Kings – 194/7 (19.3)May 17, 2026 7:18 pmA confident stroke from Harpreet Brar sends the ball racing to the boundary. Despite the fall of a big wicket, Punjab Kings are not giving up without a fight, adding crucial runs in the penultimate over.Shashank Singh’s valiant effort ends | Punjab Kings – 194/7 (19.2)May 17, 2026 7:16 pmThe dangerous Shashank Singh departs after a brilliant innings, caught by Virat Kohli off Rasikh Salam Dar. This is a huge wicket for RCB, shifting the momentum in their favour.Wicket! Shashank Singh departs194/7BattingShashank Singhc Virat Kohli b Rasikh Salam DarBowlingJosh Hazlewood finishes his spell as Punjab Kings push on | Punjab Kings – 190/6 (19.0)May 17, 2026 7:12 pmJosh Hazlewood finishes his spell, giving away 7 runs in the 19th over. Punjab Kings are 190 for 6, with Azmatullah Omarzai and Shashank Singh still fighting hard. They need 32 runs from the final 6 balls.Over 19 — Josh Hazlewood 190/67 runs · 0WAzmatullah Omarzai 14(9)Shashank Singh 58(25)Azmatullah Omarzai finds the boundary | Punjab Kings – 188/6 (18.3)May 17, 2026 7:10 pmA crucial boundary from Azmatullah Omarzai keeps the scoreboard ticking for Punjab Kings. He dispatches the ball with precision, adding pressure on the fielding side.Punjab Kings keep fighting, 16 runs off the over | Punjab Kings – 183/6 (18.0)May 17, 2026 7:06 pm16 runs came off the 18th over, including a crucial six from Azmatullah Omarzai and a fighting half-century from Shashank Singh. Punjab Kings are 183 for 6, needing 39 runs from 12 balls.Over 18 — Bhuvneshwar Kumar 183/616 runs · 0WAzmatullah Omarzai 9(5)Shashank Singh 56(23)Azmatullah Omarzai unleashes a towering maximum | Punjab Kings – 183/6(18.0)May 17, 2026 7:06 pmAzmatullah Omarzai smashes a massive six off Bhuvneshwar Kumar, providing a crucial boost to Punjab Kings’ chase. This powerful hit keeps the pressure firmly on the fielding side.Shashank Singh finds the fence again | Punjab Kings – 176/6May 17, 2026 7:04 pmShashank Singh continues his aggressive assault, smashing another boundary off Bhuvneshwar Kumar. His fearless batting is keeping Punjab Kings in the hunt during this thrilling chase.Shashank Singh’s fighting fifty | Punjab Kings – 172/6 (17.2)May 17, 2026 7:02 pmShashank Singh smashes a boundary to bring up a crucial half-century, keeping Punjab Kings’ hopes alive in this thrilling chase.SHASHANK SINGH REACHES A FIGHTING FIFTYShashank SinghShashank Singh reaches a crucial half-century!50Hazlewood Tightens the Screw | Punjab Kings – 167/6 (17.0)May 17, 2026 7:01 pmJosh Hazlewood bowls a crucial over, taking the wicket of Marcus Stoinis for 37 runs and conceding 7 runs. Punjab Kings now need 56 runs from 18 balls to win.Shashank Singh 47(19)  Azmatullah Omarzai 2(3)Shashank Singh finds the fence with a powerful strike | Punjab Kings – 167/6 (17.0)May 17, 2026 7:00 pmShashank Singh unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for four. This boundary provides some much-needed runs for Punjab Kings as they chase a challenging total.Stoinis falls LBW to Hazlewood | Punjab Kings – 160/6 (16.1)May 17, 2026 6:56 pmA crucial breakthrough for RCB as Josh Hazlewood traps Marcus Stoinis plumb in front. The umpire raises the finger, and a dangerous partnership is broken.Wicket! Stoinis departs160/6Batting1 Marcus Stoinis 37 (24) 5×4 154.172 Shashank Singh 42 (17) 2×4 4×6 247.06BowlingJosh Hazlewood 1 -0 0.1ov 0.00Bhuvneshwar Kumar 2 -22 3.0ov 7.33Rasikh Salam Dar 1 -27 3.0ov 9.00Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s over fuels Punjab Kings’ chase | Punjab Kings – 160/5 (16.0)May 17, 2026 6:51 pmBhuvneshwar Kumar bowls the 16th over, conceding 14 runs including a four and a six. Punjab Kings are 160 for 5, needing 63 runs from 24 balls.Over 16by Bhuvneshwar KumarShashank Singh 42(17)  Marcus Stoinis 37(24)Stoinis finds the rope with a fierce drive | Punjab Kings – 155/5 (15.3)May 17, 2026 6:48 pmMarcus Stoinis dispatches the ball to the boundary with a powerful shot, adding crucial runs for Punjab Kings. This boundary keeps the pressure on the bowling side.Shashank Singh unleashes a massive six! | Punjab Kings – 148/5 (15.1)May 17, 2026 6:46 pmShashank Singh launches Bhuvneshwar Kumar over the ropes for a huge six, injecting a burst of energy into the Punjab Kings’ chase. This powerful strike keeps the momentum going.Rasikh Salam Dar concedes 12 runs in the 15th over | Punjab Kings – 146/5 (15.0)May 17, 2026 6:45 pmRasikh Salam Dar bowls the 15th over, conceding 12 runs including two boundaries from Marcus Stoinis. Punjab Kings are 146 for 5, needing 77 runs from 30 balls.Over 15 — Rasikh Salam Dar 146/512 runs · 0WMarcus Stoinis 32(21)Shashank Singh 33(14)Marcus Stoinis finds the boundary again | Punjab Kings – 146/5 (15.0)May 17, 2026 6:44 pmMarcus Stoinis continues his aggressive batting, smashing another boundary off Rasikh Salam Dar. He’s building a crucial innings for Punjab Kings.Stoinis finds the fence with a powerful drive | Punjab Kings – 142/5 (14.5)May 17, 2026 6:44 pmMarcus Stoinis dispatches Rasikh Salam Dar for a boundary, adding crucial runs and keeping the scoreboard ticking for Punjab Kings. A well-timed shot under pressure.Krunal Pandya finishes a costly over for RCB | Punjab Kings – 134/5 (14.0)May 17, 2026 6:40 pmKrunal Pandya bowls the 14th over, conceding 12 runs, including two boundaries from Shashank Singh. Punjab Kings are now 134 for 5, with the required run rate still a major concern.12 Runs 0 WktMarcus Stoinis 23(17)Shashank Singh 31(12)Shashank Singh continues boundary barrage | Punjab Kings – 129/5(13.4)May 17, 2026 6:39 pmShashank Singh is in sublime form, finding the boundary again off Krunal Pandya. He is single-handedly trying to keep Punjab Kings in this chase with his aggressive batting.Shashank Singh finds the fence with a powerful stroke | Punjab Kings – 123/5 (13.1)May 17, 2026 6:38 pmShashank Singh continues his aggressive display, dispatching Krunal Pandya for a boundary. He is keeping Punjab Kings in the hunt with his fearless batting.Shashank Singh unleashes a six-hitting spree | Punjab Kings – 122/5(13.0)May 17, 2026 6:36 pmShashank Singh dominated the over with three massive sixes, plundering 20 runs off Suyash Sharma. Punjab Kings are now 122 for 5, injecting much-needed momentum into their chase.Over 13 — Suyash Sharma 122/520 runs · 0WShashank Singh 21(8)Marcus Stoinis 21(15)Shashank Singh unleashes another maximum | Punjab Kings – 116/5 (12.5)May 17, 2026 6:36 pmShashank Singh smashes another six, making it three in the over! He is single-handedly trying to shift the momentum for Punjab Kings with this aggressive display.Shashank Singh smashes another maximum | Punjab Kings – 110/5(12.4)May 17, 2026 6:35 pmShashank Singh unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball soaring over the boundary for a maximum. He is looking to accelerate the scoring for Punjab Kings.Shashank Singh launches a massive six | Punjab Kings – 102/5May 17, 2026 6:33 pmShashank Singh unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball soaring over the boundary for a maximum. This six provides a much-needed boost for Punjab Kings, who are chasing a challenging total.Krunal Pandya bowls a tight over for RCB | Punjab Kings – 102/5 (12.0)May 17, 2026 6:33 pmKrunal Pandya completes the 12th over, conceding 9 runs including a four and a wide. Punjab Kings are 102 for 5, with Marcus Stoinis and Shashank Singh looking to build a partnership.Marcus Stoinis 20(14)  Shashank Singh 2(3)Marcus Stoinis finds the fence | Punjab Kings – 96/5 (11.3)May 17, 2026 6:31 pmMarcus Stoinis unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for four. This boundary provides some much-needed momentum for Punjab Kings.Suyash Sharma strikes in the 11th over | Punjab Kings – 93/5 (11.0)May 17, 2026 6:29 pmSuyash Sharma bowls an eventful over, picking up the crucial wicket of Suryansh Shedge while conceding 7 runs. Punjab Kings are now 93 for 5 after 11 overs, facing an uphill battle.7 Runs 1 WktShashank Singh 0(1)Marcus Stoinis 14(10)Wicket! Suryansh Shedge falls to Kohli catch | Punjab Kings – 93/5(10.5)May 17, 2026 6:26 pmSuryansh Shedge’s aggressive innings comes to an end as he’s caught by Virat Kohli off Suyash Sharma. A crucial breakthrough for RCB, putting Punjab Kings in deeper trouble!Wicket! Suryansh Shedge departs93/5BattingBatterRB4s6sSRSuryansh Shedgec Virat Kohli b Suyash Sharma352222159.09Marcus Stoinisnot out141010140.00BowlingBowlerOMRWEcoSuyash Sharma2.5030110.59Krunal Pandya1.00606.00Over 10: Krunal Pandya keeps it tight | Punjab Kings – 86/4 (10.0)May 17, 2026 6:21 pmKrunal Pandya bowls a decent over, conceding just 6 runs as Punjab Kings reach 86 for 4 after 10 overs. The required run rate continues to climb.Over 10 — Krunal Pandya 86/46 runs · 0WMarcus Stoinis 11(8)Suryansh Shedge 32(19)Suyash Sharma bowls a costly over as Punjab Kings try to rebuild | Punjab Kings – 80/4 (9.0)May 17, 2026 6:16 pmSuyash Sharma bowls a costly over, conceding 12 runs as Suryansh Shedge and Marcus Stoinis find boundaries. Punjab Kings are 80 for 4 after 9 overs, needing a strong acceleration.12 Runs 0 WktMarcus Stoinis 7(4)Suryansh Shedge 29(16)Suryansh Shedge launches a massive six | Punjab Kings – 70/4 (8.2)May 17, 2026 6:13 pmSuryansh Shedge dispatches the ball over the ropes for a huge six, adding crucial runs and injecting momentum into the Punjab Kings’ chase.Romario Shepherd’s Wicket-Taking Over | Punjab Kings – 68/4 (8.0)May 17, 2026 6:11 pmRomario Shepherd delivers a crucial over, picking up the wicket of Cooper Connolly and conceding 8 runs. Punjab Kings are 68 for 4 after 8 overs, needing 155 runs from 72 balls.Over 8 — Romario Shepherd 68/48 runs · 1WMarcus Stoinis 6(3)Suryansh Shedge 19(12)Marcus Stoinis finds the fence with a well-timed shot | Punjab Kings – 64/4(7.5)May 17, 2026 6:11 pmMarcus Stoinis gets off the mark with a confident boundary, easing some pressure after the recent wicket. This four will help settle his nerves and add crucial runs to the Punjab Kings total.Connolly falls to Shepherd, Punjab Kings in deeper trouble | Punjab Kings – 62/4 (7.3)May 17, 2026 6:08 pmRomario Shepherd strikes, and Cooper Connolly departs after a promising start, caught by Jacob Bethell. A crucial wicket for RCB, putting Punjab Kings under immense pressure in their chase.Wicket! Cooper Connolly departs62/4BattingCooper Connollyc Jacob Bethell b Romario ShepherdBowlingOver 7 ends, Punjab Kings push on | Punjab Kings – 60/3 (7.0)May 17, 2026 6:06 pmSuyash Sharma bowls the 7th over, conceding 11 runs. Cooper Connolly and Suryansh Shedge are looking to build a partnership, with a six hit in the over. Punjab Kings are 60 for 3 after 7 overs.Over 7 — Suyash Sharma 60/311 runs · 0WCooper Connolly 35(19)Suryansh Shedge 18(11)Connolly unleashes a monstrous six | Punjab Kings – 59/3 (6.5)May 17, 2026 6:04 pmCooper Connolly dispatches the ball over the ropes for a huge six, adding crucial runs and injecting momentum into the Punjab Kings’ chase.Early strike for RCB, but Connolly finds the boundary | Punjab Kings – 5/1 (1.0)May 17, 2026 6:01 pmBhuvneshwar Kumar delivers an eventful first over, picking up the wicket of Priyansh Arya but also conceding a boundary to Cooper Connolly. Punjab Kings are 5 for 1 after the first over, facing a high required run rate.Over 1by Bhuvneshwar KumarCooper Connolly 4(3)  Prabhsimran Singh 0(0)Punjab Kings reach 49 after Powerplay | Punjab Kings – 49/3 (6.0)May 17, 2026 6:01 pmRasikh Salam Dar bowls a steady over, conceding 7 runs as Cooper Connolly and Suryansh Shedge look to rebuild. Punjab Kings finish the powerplay at 49 for 3, needing a big acceleration.Over 6by Rasikh Salam DarCooper Connolly 27(16)  Suryansh Shedge 16(9)Cooper Connolly dispatches the ball over the ropes | Punjab Kings – 42/3 (5.4)May 17, 2026 5:59 pmCooper Connolly unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball soaring over the boundary for a maximum. This six provides a much-needed boost for Punjab Kings, who are chasing a challenging total.Cooper Connolly finds the fence with a sublime shot | Punjab Kings – 42/3 (5.2)May 17, 2026 5:57 pmCooper Connolly plays a beautifully timed shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for four. This adds crucial runs to the Punjab Kings total.Suryansh Shedge dispatches it for four | Punjab Kings – 35/3(4.5)May 17, 2026 5:54 pmSuryansh Shedge continues to attack, smashing a powerful four off Josh Hazlewood. Punjab Kings are looking to accelerate despite the early wickets.Suryansh Shedge unleashes a powerful maximum | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 222/4(20.0), Punjab Kings – 25/3(4.1)May 17, 2026 5:51 pmSuryansh Shedge finds his rhythm, launching a massive six off Josh Hazlewood. This big hit provides a much-needed boost for Punjab Kings as they look to rebuild their innings.Rasikh Salam Dar picks up a crucial wicket | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 222/4(20.0), Punjab Kings – 23/3(4.0)May 17, 2026 5:49 pmRasikh Salam Dar bowls a tight over, picking up the key wicket of Shreyas Iyer and conceding just 4 runs. Suryansh Shedge got off the mark with a boundary, but Punjab Kings are struggling at 23 for 3 after 4 overs.Over 4 — Rasikh Salam Dar 23/3W14 4 runs · 1WSuryansh Shedge 4(4)Cooper Connolly 15(9)Suryansh Shedge finds the boundary | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 222/4(20.0), Punjab Kings – 19/3(3.5)May 17, 2026 5:49 pmSuryansh Shedge gets off the mark with a well-timed shot that races to the fence for four. A much-needed boundary for Punjab Kings after losing three quick wickets.Wicket! Shreyas Iyer departs early | Punjab Kings – 19/3 (3.2)May 17, 2026 5:45 pmShreyas Iyer is caught by Jitesh Sharma off Rasikh Salam Dar, adding to Punjab Kings’ woes with an early dismissal. The pressure mounts on the batting side.Wicket! Shreyas Iyer departs19/3BattingShreyas Iyerc Jitesh Sharma b Rasikh Salam Dar1 (3)0×40×6SR 33.33BowlingRasikh Salam Dar 1-00.2 ov0 mdnEco 0Bhuvneshwar Kumar 2-82.0 ov0 mdnEco 4.00Bhuvneshwar Kumar strikes again in a tight over | Punjab Kings – 19/2 (3.0)May 17, 2026 5:43 pmBhuvneshwar Kumar delivers a crucial over, picking up a wicket and conceding just 3 runs. Punjab Kings are now 19 for 2 after 3 overs, with the pressure mounting in their chase.Over 3by Bhuvneshwar KumarCooper Connolly 15(9)  Shreyas Iyer 1(1)Prabhsimran Singh falls, caught by Padikkal | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – (222/4 (20.0)), Punjab Kings – (18/2 (2.5))May 17, 2026 5:41 pmBhuvneshwar Kumar strikes again! Prabhsimran Singh attempts to clear the infield but is safely caught by Devdutt Padikkal. Punjab Kings lose their second wicket early in the chase.Wicket! Prabhsimran Singh departs18/2Batting1 Prabhsimran Singh 2 (5) 40BowlingBhuvneshwar Kumar 2 -7 1.5ov 3.82Cooper Connolly launches a majestic six | Punjab Kings – 16/1(1.5)May 17, 2026 5:36 pmCooper Connolly unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball soaring over the ropes for a massive six! This injects much-needed momentum into the Punjab Kings innings after an early wicket.Cooper Connolly finds the boundary with a well-timed shot | Punjab Kings – 10/1 (1.3)May 17, 2026 5:35 pmCooper Connolly eases the pressure with a confident boundary, finding the gap and sending the ball racing to the fence. A much-needed four for Punjab Kings.Bhuvneshwar strikes early, but Connolly finds the boundary | Punjab Kings – 5/1 (1.0)May 17, 2026 5:32 pmBhuvneshwar Kumar delivers a mixed first over, picking up an early wicket but also conceding a boundary to Cooper Connolly. Punjab Kings are 5 for 1 after the first over.Over 1by Bhuvneshwar KumarCooper Connolly 4(3)  Prabhsimran Singh 0(0)Cooper Connolly finds the boundary | Punjab Kings – 1/1 (0.3)May 17, 2026 5:31 pmCooper Connolly opens his account with a confident boundary, easing some of the early pressure after the fall of a wicket. A much-needed four for Punjab Kings.Priyansh Arya falls early, Romario Shepherd takes the catch | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 222/4(20.0), Punjab Kings – 1/1(0.3)May 17, 2026 5:29 pmPriyansh Arya is caught by Romario Shepherd off Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s bowling, a crucial early wicket for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, putting Punjab Kings under pressure.Wicket! Priyansh Arya departs1/1BattingPriyansh Aryac Romario Shepherd b Bhuvneshwar Kumar0 (3)0×40×6SR 0BowlingBhuvneshwar Kumar 1-10.3 ov0 mdnEco 2.00Royal Challengers Bengaluru post a massive 222 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 222/4 (20.0)May 17, 2026 5:12 pmRoyal Challengers Bengaluru conclude their innings on a formidable 222 for 4 in 20 overs. Venkatesh Iyer top-scored with a brilliant 73, well supported by Virat Kohli’s 58. Harpreet Brar was the pick of the bowlers with 2 wickets.222 Runs 4 WktVenkatesh Iyer 73(40)Virat Kohli 58(37)Tim David 28(12)Arshdeep Singh bowls a dramatic final over as RCB finish strong | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 222/4 (20.0)May 17, 2026 5:11 pmArshdeep Singh bowls the final over, conceding 14 runs but picking up the crucial wicket of Tim David. Royal Challengers Bengaluru finish their innings on a formidable 222 for 4, setting a challenging target.14 Runs 1 WktTim David 28(12)Venkatesh Iyer 73(40)Tim David caught by Brar, Arshdeep strikes | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 222/4 (20.0)May 17, 2026 5:11 pmArshdeep Singh gets the final wicket of the innings, as Tim David is caught by Harpreet Brar. A crucial dismissal right at the death for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.Wicket! Tim David departs222/4BattingBatterRB4s6sSRTim Davidc Harpreet Brar b Arshdeep Singh281222233.33Venkatesh Iyernot out734084182.5BowlingBowlerOMRWEcoArshdeep Singh4.0043110.75Azmatullah Omarzai4.003809.5Wicket! David caught in the deep | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 222/4(20.0)May 17, 2026 5:11 pmArshdeep Singh gets the last laugh as Tim David, attempting another big hit, is caught by Harpreet Brar. A crucial wicket on the final ball of the innings.Wicket! Tim David departs222/4BattingBatterRB4s6sSRTim Davidc Harpreet Brar b Arshdeep Singh281222233.33BowlingBowlerOMRWEcoArshdeep Singh4.0043110.75Azmatullah Omarzai4.003809.50Tim David’s hat-trick of boundaries | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 222/3(19.5)May 17, 2026 5:09 pmTim David unleashes a third consecutive boundary, this time a powerful four off Arshdeep Singh! He’s absolutely punishing the bowlers, propelling Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a formidable total.Tim David’s boundary blitz222/3BattingBowlingTim David unleashes a maximum | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 212/3 (19.3)May 17, 2026 5:08 pmTim David smashes a massive six off Arshdeep Singh, adding crucial runs to the Royal Challengers Bengaluru total as they eye a formidable score.Royal Challengers Bengaluru reach 208/3 after 19 overs | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 208/3 (19.0)May 17, 2026 5:03 pmAn eventful over sees Royal Challengers Bengaluru add 8 runs, including a four and a six, to reach 208/3 after 19 overs. Venkatesh Iyer and Tim David continue their aggressive hitting.Over 19 — Azmatullah Omarzai 208/341261 8 runs · 0WTim David 17(8)Venkatesh Iyer 71(38)Tim David unleashes a powerful boundary | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 204/3 (18.5)May 17, 2026 5:03 pmTim David finds the fence with a well-struck shot, adding crucial runs to the Royal Challengers Bengaluru total. He is looking to finish the innings strongly.Venkatesh Iyer pierces the field for four | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 196/3(17.4)May 17, 2026 4:56 pmVenkatesh Iyer continues his aggressive innings, finding the boundary with a well-timed shot. He’s keeping the pressure on the bowlers and accelerating the scoring for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.Tim David unleashes a powerful maximum | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 195/3 (17.3)May 17, 2026 4:54 pmTim David gets into the act, smashing Arshdeep Singh for a massive six! He’s looking to accelerate the scoring and keep the momentum going for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.Royal Challengers Bengaluru power through Over 17 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 187/3 (17.0)May 17, 2026 4:52 pmVenkatesh Iyer continues his onslaught, dominating the bowlers with two sixes and a four in a 19-run over. Royal Challengers Bengaluru finish the over at 187 for 3, accelerating rapidly.Over 17by Lockie FergusonVenkatesh Iyer 65(32)  Tim David 2(2)Venkatesh Iyer smashes another maximum | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 181/3 (16.5)May 17, 2026 4:52 pmVenkatesh Iyer continues his assault, sending the ball soaring over the ropes for a massive six. He’s in incredible form, powering Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s innings.Iyer continues the onslaught | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 180/3 (16.4)May 17, 2026 4:48 pmVenkatesh Iyer, fresh from his half-century, smashes another boundary, keeping the scoreboard ticking rapidly for Royal Challengers Bengaluru and piling on the pressure.Venkatesh Iyer brings up a blistering half-century | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 176/3 (16.3)May 17, 2026 4:47 pmVenkatesh Iyer reaches his fifty with a magnificent six! A powerful display of batting, accelerating the scoring for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.PLAYER MILESTONEVenkatesh IyerVenkatesh Iyer reaches his half-century!50Venkatesh Iyer finds the ropes again | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 163/3(15.4)May 17, 2026 4:44 pmVenkatesh Iyer continues his aggressive intent, sending the ball to the boundary for another four. He’s building a strong partnership and keeping the scoreboard ticking rapidly for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.Venkatesh Iyer finds the boundary with a powerful shot | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 163/3 (15.4)May 17, 2026 4:44 pmVenkatesh Iyer unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for four runs. He is accelerating the scoring for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.RCB crosses 150 mark as Kohli’s fifty ends | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 157/3 (15.0)May 17, 2026 4:39 pmRoyal Challengers Bengaluru reached 157/3 after 15 overs. Virat Kohli hit a half-century before his dismissal, with Venkatesh Iyer supporting well. They added 49 runs, featuring 3 sixes and 4 fours, losing one wicket in this five-over period.49 Runs 1 WktVirat Kohli 58(37)Venkatesh Iyer 38(22)Over 15 concludes with a wicket | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 157/3 (15.0)May 17, 2026 4:38 pmA dramatic end to the 15th over as Yuzvendra Chahal picks up the big wicket of Virat Kohli after conceding 14 runs. Royal Challengers Bengaluru finish the over at 157 for 3.Chahal strikes, Kohli caught by Arya | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 157/3(14.5)May 17, 2026 4:38 pmYuzvendra Chahal gets the big wicket of Virat Kohli, who is caught by Priyansh Arya. A crucial breakthrough for the bowling side at a critical juncture.Wicket! Kohli caught by Arya157/3BattingVirat Kohlic Priyansh Arya b Yuzvendra Chahal58 (36)4×43×6SR 161.11BowlingYuzvendra Chahal 1-422.5 ov0 mdnEco 14.82Harpreet Brar 2-354.0 ov0 mdnEco 8.75Venkatesh Iyer’s Power-Hitting Propels RCB Past 150 | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 150/2 (14.3)May 17, 2026 4:37 pmVenkatesh Iyer smashes another colossal six, taking Royal Challengers Bengaluru past the 150-run mark! A fantastic display of power-hitting, keeping the momentum firmly with RCB.150Team MilestoneRoyal Challengers Bengaluru crosses the 150-run mark!Venkatesh Iyer launches a maximum | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 144/2(14.1)May 17, 2026 4:36 pmVenkatesh Iyer unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball sailing over the boundary for a massive six. He is accelerating the scoring for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.Venkatesh Iyer finds the boundary again | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 139/2(13.2)May 17, 2026 4:32 pmVenkatesh Iyer picks up another boundary, driving the ball with power and precision. He is building a strong innings and keeping the pressure firmly on the bowling attack for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.Venkatesh Iyer dispatches it for four | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 135/2(13.1)May 17, 2026 4:31 pmVenkatesh Iyer unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary. He is looking to accelerate the scoring for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.Kohli dispatches to the fence | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 127/2 (12.5)May 17, 2026 4:30 pmVirat Kohli finds the boundary with another well-timed shot, sending the ball racing away for four runs. He continues to assert his dominance, keeping the scoreboard moving for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.Kohli’s majestic half-century | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 124/2 (12.2)May 17, 2026 4:28 pmVirat Kohli brings up a brilliant half-century, a masterclass of timing and power. Venkatesh Iyer also finds the boundary, contributing to Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s accelerating total.Virat Kohli’s Half-CenturyKohli dispatches it into the stands | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 114/2 (11.1)May 17, 2026 4:23 pmVirat Kohli launches a massive six, sending the ball soaring over the ropes. A powerful strike from the star batsman, adding crucial runs for Royal Challengers Bengaluru and accelerating the scoring.Chahal Holds Line as RCB Consolidates | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 108/2 (11.0)May 17, 2026 4:22 pmYuzvendra Chahal bowls a tidy over, conceding 7 runs as Virat Kohli and Venkatesh Iyer keep the scoreboard moving. Royal Challengers Bengaluru maintain a steady run rate, consolidating their position.Over 11 — Yuzvendra Chahal 108/27 runs · 0WVirat Kohli 44(30)Venkatesh Iyer 5(10)Venkatesh Iyer finds the fence | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 104/2(10.5)May 17, 2026 4:22 pmVenkatesh Iyer plays a well-timed shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for four runs. A much-needed boundary for RCB.Royal Challengers Bengaluru reach 101/2 after 10 overs | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 101/2 (10.0)May 17, 2026 4:19 pmRoyal Challengers Bengaluru reach 101/2 after 10 overs. It was a mixed over, yielding 4 runs and a crucial wicket. The batsmen are looking to rebuild after the recent dismissal.4 Runs 1 WktVenkatesh Iyer 3(4)Virat Kohli 38(25)Padikkal departs after a fluent knock | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – (97/2 (9.1))May 17, 2026 4:15 pmHarpreet Brar gets the crucial breakthrough for Punjab Kings! Devdutt Padikkal, who was looking dangerous, is caught by Shreyas Iyer. A big wicket at a vital stage for RCB.Wicket! Padikkal caught97/2BattingDevdutt Padikkalc Shreyas Iyer b Harpreet BrarBowlingVirat Kohli creams it through the covers | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 93/1(8.3)May 17, 2026 4:12 pmVirat Kohli finds the boundary with a beautifully timed shot, adding four more runs to his tally. He is looking in great form.A well-placed shot from Padikkal | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 87/1(7.4)May 17, 2026 4:09 pmDevdutt Padikkal expertly guides the ball through the field, adding another boundary to his tally. He continues to build on his strong start for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.Aggressive batting by Padikkal and Kohli in Chahal’s over | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 75/1 (7.0)May 17, 2026 4:03 pmDevdutt Padikkal and Virat Kohli showcased aggressive batting in Yuzvendra Chahal’s over, scoring 14 runs. Padikkal hit a six and a four, while Kohli also found the boundary, maintaining a high scoring rate for RCB.Over 7.0by Yuzvendra ChahalDevdutt Padikkal 37(18)  Virat Kohli 30(18)Padikkal launches a towering six | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 76/1(6.5)May 17, 2026 4:03 pmDevdutt Padikkal unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball sailing over the boundary for a massive six. He is accelerating the scoring for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.Kohli finds the fence, a well-timed shot | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 70/1 (6.4)May 17, 2026 4:02 pmVirat Kohli unleashes a perfectly timed shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for four runs. He continues to build on his strong start, keeping the scoreboard ticking for RCB.Padikkal launches a massive six | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 61/1(6.0)May 17, 2026 4:00 pmDevdutt Padikkal unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball soaring over the ropes for a magnificent six. A brilliant start to the over for RCB.Royal Challengers Bengaluru finish powerplay strong | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 61/1 (6.0)May 17, 2026 4:00 pmThe Royal Challengers Bengaluru conclude the powerplay with a flourish, adding 12 runs in the sixth over without losing a wicket. The batsmen are looking set and ready to accelerate further.Over 6.0 — Arshdeep Singh 61/112 runs · 0WVirat Kohli 24(15)Devdutt Padikkal 23(14)Harpreet Brar’s over yields 9 runsMay 17, 2026 3:59 pmHarpreet Brar bowls the 5th over, conceding 9 runs including a boundary and a wide. Devdutt Padikkal and Virat Kohli keep the scoreboard moving without losing a wicket.9 Runs 0 WktVirat Kohli 24(15)Devdutt Padikkal 23(14)A big over for Royal Challengers Bengaluru | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 61/1 (6.0)May 17, 2026 3:59 pmLockie Ferguson bowls an expensive over, conceding 13 runs. Virat Kohli smashed two sixes, and Devdutt Padikkal also joined the party with a maximum, keeping the scoreboard ticking rapidly for RCB.13 Runs 0 WktVirat Kohli 24(15)Devdutt Padikkal 23(14)Padikkal finds the fence again | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 60/1(5.5)May 17, 2026 3:58 pmDevdutt Padikkal unleashes another perfectly timed shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for four runs. He’s building a strong partnership and keeping the scoreboard ticking.Kohli unleashes a powerful drive | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 53/1(5.1)May 17, 2026 3:55 pmVirat Kohli finds the boundary with a well-timed shot, adding four crucial runs to the Royal Challengers Bengaluru total. He’s looking to accelerate the scoring.Devdutt Padikkal finds the fence with a sublime drive | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 40/1 (4.0)May 17, 2026 3:51 pmDevdutt Padikkal plays a delightful shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for four runs. He’s building a good innings here.Devdutt Padikkal finds the fence with a crisp drive | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 35/1 (3.2)May 17, 2026 3:48 pmDevdutt Padikkal plays a beautiful shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for four runs. He is looking to build on his start.Kohli unleashes a powerful maximum | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 33/1(3.1)May 17, 2026 3:46 pmVirat Kohli dispatches the ball with immense power, sending it sailing over the boundary for a massive six. He is looking in fine touch today.Devdutt Padikkal announces his arrival with a massive six | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 21/1(2.2)May 17, 2026 3:43 pmA sensational shot from the new batsman, Devdutt Padikkal, who dispatches the ball over the ropes for a maximum. What a way to get off the mark!Timber! Harpreet Brar cleans up Jacob Bethell | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 21/1 (2.2)May 17, 2026 3:42 pmHarpreet Brar strikes early for Punjab Kings, bowling Jacob Bethell with a beauty. A crucial breakthrough in the powerplay, sending the dangerous opener back to the pavilion.Wicket! Bethell departs21/1BattingBowlingBethell finds the fence again | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 17/0 (2.0)May 17, 2026 3:42 pmJacob Bethell starts the new over with a confident drive, sending Harpreet Brar’s delivery racing to the boundary for four runs.Jacob Bethell finds the fence with a powerful drive | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 16/0 (1.4)May 17, 2026 3:38 pmJacob Bethell unleashes a superb drive, sending the ball racing to the boundary for four runs. A confident start for the young batsman.Kohli unleashes a powerful maximum | Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 4/0 (1.1)May 17, 2026 3:36 pmVirat Kohli gets off the mark in style, dispatching Azmatullah Omarzai for a magnificent six over the ropes. A statement of intent from the star batsman.The battle lines are drawn: Squads revealedMay 17, 2026 3:06 pmThe highly anticipated playing XIs for both Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru have been announced, setting the stage for an exciting encounter.Punjab KingsCooper ConnollyAll-rounderSuryansh ShedgeAll-rounderAzmatullah OmarzaiAll-rounderRoyal Challengers BengaluruRomario ShepherdAll-rounder