In a high-octane clash at the Indian Premier League, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) secured a commanding 60-run victory over Punjab Kings, igniting their faint hopes of clinching a playoff spot. Leading the charge for RCB was their stalwart captain, Virat Kohli, who delivered a scintillating performance, falling just short of a century with a blistering 92 runs off a mere 47 balls. Kohli's innings was a spectacle, adorned with six sixes and seven fours, until he was eventually caught at deep extra cover off Arshdeep Singh's delivery.

Supporting Kohli's fireworks was Rajat Patidar, who showcased his prowess with a whirlwind knock of 55 runs from just 23 deliveries, embellished with six sixes. Adding to the onslaught was Australia's Cameron Green, contributing a valuable 46 runs to RCB's imposing total of 241-7 at the Dharamsala Stadium.