Marcus Stoinis played a breathtaking innings of 62 runs off just 22 balls to propel Punjab Kings (PBKS) to a commanding total of 222 for 4 against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) encounter. The all-rounder's late onslaught included six sixes and four boundaries, as he took apart the RR bowling attack in the death overs.
Stoinis Takes Charge
Coming in at number five, Stoinis wasted no time in shifting gears. He reached his half-century in just 18 balls, the fastest of the season for PBKS. His partnership with Jitesh Sharma, who contributed a quickfire 27 off 14, added 78 runs in just 4.3 overs for the fourth wicket.
PBKS Innings Highlights
- Prabhsimran Singh provided a solid start with 33 off 24.
- Sam Curran chipped in with 23 off 12.
- The team scored 72 runs in the last four overs.
For Rajasthan Royals, Trent Boult was the pick of the bowlers with 2 for 39, while Yuzvendra Chahal also took a wicket but was expensive, conceding 45 runs in his four overs.
The total of 222 is the highest score by any team against RR in this IPL season. PBKS will look to defend this total against a strong RR batting lineup.
