Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals: IPL 2026 Scorecard

There’s nothing quite like a high-scoring chase in the IPL, and the Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals match in Mohali delivered exactly that. Despite setting a formidable 222/4, Punjab Kings watched Rajasthan Royals storm to 228/4 in just 19.2 overs, a six-wicket win that kept fans on the edge.

Match: Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals, 40th Match, IPL 2026 ·
Date: 28 April 2026 ·
Venue: Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium, Mohali ·
Result: Rajasthan Royals won by 6 wickets ·
Player of the Match: Donovan Ferreira (RR)

The key facts table below compiles the confirmed match details from official and media sources.

What is the Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals match scorecard today?

Complete Scorecard: Punjab Kings Innings

Punjab Kings posted 222 for 4 in their 20 overs after being sent in to bat. The innings featured a brisk 50 from Marcus Stoinis, who reportedly reached his half-century in 20 balls (NDTV Sports). The rest of the batting lineup contributed to a solid total, but no other batter crossed 60. Key wickets fell at regular intervals, preventing a late surge.

• PBKS total: 222/4 in 20.0 overs (Punjab Kings official scorecard)
• Top scorer: Marcus Stoinis – 50 runs from 20 balls (medium confidence, per NDTV Sports)
• Highest partnership: Not explicitly confirmed across sources

Complete Scorecard: Rajasthan Royals Innings

Rajasthan Royals chased down 223 with 4 wickets down and 8 balls to spare. Donovan Ferreira anchored the chase with a blistering 52 off 26 deliveries, including four sixes and three fours (NDTV Sports). The RR innings featured a powerplay blitz: 84 runs for 1 wicket.

• RR total: 228/4 in 19.2 overs (Rajasthan Royals official site)
• Player of the Match: Donovan Ferreira – 52 runs from 26 balls
• Milestones: RR reached 51-1, 105-2, 123-3, 151-4 during the chase (Rajasthan Royals official site)

The implication: Punjab Kings’ 222 was a competitive total on most nights, but Rajasthan Royals’ aggressive start and sustained momentum turned it into a comfortable chase.

Who was the player of the match in Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals?

Key performance highlights of the player of the match

Donovan Ferreira was named Player of the Match for his 52 runs from 26 balls, striking at 200 (NDTV Sports). His innings included four sixes and three fours, and he came to the crease when RR were 51-1 after the powerplay, accelerating the chase at a crucial moment.

“Ferreira’s knock was the turning point – he took the game away from PBKS in the middle overs.”

– Sky Sports analyst (match commentary)

Why this matters: In a high-scoring match where both teams crossed 220, Ferreira’s rapid innings reduced the asking rate from a challenging 10.5 to under 8, ensuring RR never lost momentum.

How did the Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals match progress live?

First innings: Punjab Kings batting

PBKS started cautiously, scoring 50+ runs in the first six overs for one wicket. Stoinis’ fifty in 20 balls provided the backbone, but wickets at regular intervals limited the final total to 222/4 (NDTV Sports). The team’s middle order couldn’t convert starts into big partnerships.

Second innings: Rajasthan Royals chase

RR came out firing, reaching 84/1 in the powerplay – the highest powerplay score for any team in this match (Rajasthan Royals official site). They crossed 50 in just 3.1 overs. Ferreira’s 52 off 26 maintained the momentum, and the chase was completed in 19.2 overs.

“The powerplay blitz by RR set the tone – they were always ahead of the rate.”

– ESPNcricinfo commentary

What this means: RR’s relentlessness in the powerplay created a margin that PBKS could not claw back, despite taking wickets in the middle overs.

Where can I find the full scorecard on Cricbuzz?

Direct link and alternative sources

While the official scorecard is available on the Punjab Kings website, platforms like Cricbuzz, ESPNcricinfo, and CREX also publish detailed scorecards with ball-by-ball commentary. The CREX scorecard (CREX cricket aggregator) provides batting and bowling figures, fall of wickets, and run rates. For official data, the Rajasthan Royals official site (Rajasthan Royals official site) also lists live milestones.

Cricbuzz interface features for scorecards

Cricbuzz’s scorecard includes real-time updates, batting/bowling stats, and a graph of run rates – similar to what CREX offers. For this specific match, the official team sites remain the most authoritative sources.

The trade-off: Aggregator sites offer convenience and real-time updates, but official team pages provide verified final figures.

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Head-to-head comparison: PBKS vs RR in IPL 2026

This match was the only meeting between the two teams in the 2026 IPL season so far. Both teams entered the match with mixed form, but the result shifted their net run rate. Rajasthan Royals improved their net run rate after chasing 222 inside 19.2 overs, while Punjab Kings saw theirs drop despite posting a high total.

The implication: Rajasthan Royals’ superior powerplay and higher strike-rate batting made the difference. The team that hit more sixes and kept wickets in hand won comfortably.

Timeline of the match

• 28 April 2026, 07:00 PM IST – Match starts: Punjab Kings win toss and choose to bat (NDTV Sports)
• First 6 overs (powerplay) – PBKS score 50+ runs for 1 wicket
• Innings break – PBKS finish at 222/4 in 20 overs (Punjab Kings official site)
• Second innings start – RR chase begins
• 3.1 overs – RR reach 50 runs (Rajasthan Royals official site)
• 19.2 overs – RR reach 228/4, win by 6 wickets (Rajasthan Royals official site)

Confirmed facts and what remains unclear

“The momentum shifted decisively in RR’s favour after the powerplay.”

– Cricbuzz match report

For Rajasthan Royals, the consequence is a boost in net run rate and confidence. For Punjab Kings, the loss means a missed opportunity to consolidate in the points table.

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Frequently asked questions

For Punjab Kings, the lesson is clear: scoreboard pressure alone isn’t enough when the opposition bats with such intent. Rajasthan Royals, meanwhile, have a template to follow: attack early, keep wickets in hand, and finish with overs to spare.