Punjab Kings Defeat Bengaluru in Rain-Affected IPL Match

In a rain-shortened IPL match at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Punjab Kings defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru by five wickets, prolonging Bengaluru's winless streak at home. The game was reduced to 14 overs per side due to a drizzle, and RCB struggled with the bat, collapsing to 95-9 despite Tim David's unbeaten 50, which was the only significant resistance in their lineup. Punjab's bowlers, led by Arshdeep Singh and Marco Jansen, delivered a disciplined performance to keep RCB in check. Chasing a modest total, Punjab had initial setbacks but Nehal Wadhera's composed 33 not out guided them to victory in 12.1 overs. This win took Punjab to second place in the table, while Bengaluru remained winless at home despite several away victories. The match highlighted Punjab's clinical bowling and the batting woes faced by RCB in front of their home crowd.