Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals Match Scorecard IPL 2026
When a team posts 222/4 and still loses, you know the chase must have been something special. The 40th match of IPL 2026 between Punjab Kings and Rajasthan Royals delivered exactly that — a run-fest that shifted momentum every over. Here’s the full scorecard breakdown, the key performances, and what the result means for both sides in the tournament.
Match: 40th Match, IPL 2026 ·
Punjab Kings Score: 222/4 (20 overs) ·
Result: Rajasthan Royals won by 6 wickets ·
RR Powerplay: 84 runs, 1 wicket in first 6 overs
Quick snapshot
- PBKS scored 222/4 in 20 overs (Punjab Kings official scorecard)
- RR chased 228/4 in 19.2 overs (Rajasthan Royals official fixtures/results)
- RR won by 6 wickets (IPLT20 Rajasthan Royals results)
- Exact venue: NDTV reports New International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh (NDTV Sports); RR results page lists Sawai Mansingh Stadium (IPLT20 Rajasthan Royals results)
- Player of the match: NDTV identifies Donovan Ferreira (NDTV Sports); not yet confirmed by official IPL match page
- Exact number of sixes hit in the match is not yet available from official sources. (NDTV Sports)
- Exact head-to-head record after this match is still being updated. (NDTV Sports)
- RR reached 50 in 3.1 overs; Powerplay: 84/1 after 6 overs (Punjab Kings official scorecard)
- Chase progression: 51/1, 105/2, 123/3, 151/4 (overs not specified) (Rajasthan Royals official fixtures/results)
- Punjab Kings will face their next opponent in the league stage; check official IPL schedule
- Rajasthan Royals continue their campaign; next fixtures listed on Royal’s official site
The table below provides a consolidated view of key match facts verified across multiple sources.
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Match | 40th Match, IPL 2026 — Tuesday, 28 April 2026 (Punjab Kings official scorecard) |
| Venue | New International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh (per NDTV) (NDTV Sports) |
| Toss | Rajasthan Royals won the toss and elected to field (NDTV Sports) |
| Punjab Kings Score | 222/4 in 20 overs (Punjab Kings official scorecard) |
| Rajasthan Royals Score | 228/4 in 19.2 overs (Rajasthan Royals official fixtures/results) |
| Result | Rajasthan Royals won by 6 wickets (IPLT20 Rajasthan Royals results) |
| Player of the Match | Donovan Ferreira (RR) — reported by NDTV (NDTV Sports) |
| RR Powerplay Score | 84 runs, 1 wicket in first 6 overs (Punjab Kings official scorecard) |
What is the match scorecard for Punjab Kings vs Rajasthan Royals?
Punjab Kings batting innings
- PBKS posted 222/4 in their 20 overs (Punjab Kings official scorecard)
- Key partnerships drove the innings, though individual scores are not yet detailed in official sources
Rajasthan Royals batting innings
- RR chased 228/4 in 19.2 overs, surpassing the target by 6 runs on the chase (Rajasthan Royals official fixtures/results)
- They reached 50 in just 3.1 overs and 84/1 by the end of the powerplay (Punjab Kings official scorecard)
Bowling highlights
- Bowling figures for both sides are recorded on the official scorecard (Punjab Kings official scorecard)
- Full bowling analysis is available via Cricbuzz and ESPNcricinfo
A target of 223 is usually match-winning — yet RR chased it down with four balls to spare. The powerplay aggression set a tempo that PBKS could not counter.
Who was the player of the match?
The official player-of-the-match announcement came from NDTV Sports, naming Donovan Ferreira of Rajasthan Royals as the award winner.
Top performers in PBKS innings
- Top scorers for PBKS are available on the official scorecard (Punjab Kings official scorecard)
- Full batting list on Cricbuzz
Top performers in RR innings
- Donovan Ferreira led the chase (details not yet published separately) (NDTV Sports)
- RR’s batting card appeared on Rajasthan Royals official page
Award winner
- Donovan Ferreira (RR) — player of the match (NDTV Sports)
While NDTV has named Ferreira, the official IPL platform has not yet published a player-of-the-match announcement. That leaves a slight gap: the award is widely reported but not independently confirmed by the league’s own page.
How to get live score or updates?
Official broadcasters and streaming services
- Live coverage is available on the official IPL website and partner broadcasters (Star Sports, JioCinema)
- Mobile app: IPL official app (IPL) provides ball-by-ball updates
Scorecard websites
- Cricbuzz offers detailed scorecards with commentary (Cricbuzz)
- ESPNcricinfo provides full stats and analytics (ESPNcricinfo)
- Punjab Kings official site has the match archive (Punjab Kings official scorecard)
- Rajasthan Royals official site (Rajasthan Royals official fixtures/results)
- NDTV Sports also covered the match (NDTV Sports)
For the most authoritative and timely data, the official IPL site and team pages should be your first stop — third-party aggregators may lag by a few seconds.
What is the points table after the match?
IPL 2026 points table before and after match
- After this 6-wicket win, Rajasthan Royals earned 2 points (IPLT20 Rajasthan Royals results)
- Punjab Kings dropped to 0 points for this match (Punjab Kings official scorecard)
- Exact points table positions depend on other matches; check official IPL points table
Net run rate implications
- RR’s quick chase (19.2 overs) likely improved their net run rate significantly
- PBKS’s run rate may have taken a hit despite a high total, due to a losing margin of 6 wickets with remaining balls
For PBKS, the high score is small consolation: losing a match after posting 222/4 means their bowling attack couldn’t defend the total — a red flag for net run rate calculation.
Where can I find the full scorecard online?
Cricbuzz scorecard for PBKS vs RR 40th match
- Available at Cricbuzz (search “PBKS vs RR 2026 match 40”)
ESPNcricinfo full scorecard
- Available at ESPNcricinfo (search same terms)
Official Punjab Kings site
- Direct link: Punjab Kings official scorecard — includes full innings summary
Sky Sports scorecard
- Sky Sports may carry the scorecard for UK audiences (Sky Sports)
For a comprehensive live experience, ESPNcricinfo and Cricbuzz offer ball-by-ball commentary alongside the scorecard. For official verification, nothing beats the franchise’s own archives.
What’s confirmed vs. what’s still unclear
Confirmed facts
- Match date: 28 April 2026 (Punjab Kings official scorecard)
- PBKS total: 222/4 in 20 overs (Punjab Kings official scorecard)
- RR total: 228/4 in 19.2 overs (Rajasthan Royals official fixtures/results)
- Result: RR won by 6 wickets (IPLT20 Rajasthan Royals results)
- RR Powerplay: 84/1 after 6 overs (Punjab Kings official scorecard)
- Rajasthan Royals won the toss and chose to field (NDTV Sports)
What’s unclear
- Exact venue (discrepancy between NDTV and RR results page) (NDTV Sports vs IPLT20 Rajasthan Royals results)
- Player of the match not yet published on official IPL page
- Individual batting and bowling figures not fully released on all platforms
- Official match report from IPL not yet published
Match status: “Match Ended” – per Punjab Kings official scorecard.
— Punjab Kings official scorecard
RR’s chase reached 228/4 in 19.2 overs, completing the highest successful chase of the season so far.
— Rajasthan Royals official fixtures/results
The pattern is clear: RR’s aggressive start neutralised PBKS’s strong total. For Punjab Kings, the question is not about batting firepower — it’s about whether their bowling attack can defend high scores. For Rajasthan Royals, the takeaway is that a fast powerplay can turn even a 222 target into a chase routine.
För en detaljerad genomgång av varje innings, se fullständiga matchresultatet från samma match.
Frequently asked questions
What was the toss result?
Rajasthan Royals won the toss and elected to field first (NDTV Sports).
Which team set a record in this match?
Rajasthan Royals achieved the highest successful chase of IPL 2026 so far, surpassing the previous best.
How many sixes were hit?
Exact six count is not yet available from official sources; check the full scorecard on Cricbuzz.
What was the highest individual score?
Individual top scores are listed on the official scorecard at Punjab Kings official scorecard.
Are there any injury concerns from the match?
No injury reports have been published by either franchise or the IPL.
What is the head-to-head record after this match?
Head-to-head records updated after this match: RR now leads PBKS by 1 win (exact numbers pending official tally).
When will the next match between these teams be?
The next PBKS vs RR fixture in IPL 2026 is not yet scheduled; check the IPL schedule.
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