In IPL cricket, Punjab Kings beat the Rajasthan Royals by five wickets at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati last night. Opting to bat first, Rajasthan Royals posted a mere 144 for 9 in the stipulated 20 overs. In reply, Punjab Kings scored 145 for 5 in 18.5 overs to win the match.
For Rajasthan, it was their fourth defeat on the trot, but they remained second on the table with 16 points. While, Punjab has moved up from 10 to 9th position.
Kolkata Knight Riders lead the table with 19 points, while Mumbai Indians are at the bottom.