Shreyas Iyer led the charge as Punjab Kings sealed their spot in the final. They took down Mumbai Indians by 5 wickets in the second qualifier. Hardik Pandya’s team had set a target of 203 runs after batting first. Iyer’s captain’s knock made it a breeze for Punjab, who reached the target in just 19 overs. This is the first time they’ve made it to the final since 2014.
Iyer also made history as a captain, scoring 87 runs in the second qualifier. His 41-ball innings included 8 sixes and 5 fours. He was named player of the match for his incredible performance. Iyer became the first captain in IPL history to lead three teams to the final.
But the win came with a price – Iyer was fined 24 lakhs for slow over rates. It was the team’s second offense, and the BCCI issued a statement about it. The statement said Iyer would be fined 24 lakhs because it was his team’s second offense of the season. The rest of the playing eleven, including the impact player, were fined 6 lakhs or 25% of their match fee, whichever is less.
Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya also got fined for slow over rates. The match was delayed by two hours due to rain, but no overs were cut. The final will be between Punjab Kings and RCB on June 3 at the Ahmedabad cricket stadium. Both teams have never won an IPL title before, so it’s going to be a thrilling match.
The Road to the Final
Punjab Kings had a great run this season, and their win against Mumbai Indians was a testament to their skills. Iyer’s leadership was instrumental in their success, and his player of the match performance was the cherry on top. The team will be looking to continue their winning streak in the final.
Key Players to Watch
* Shreyas Iyer: The captain’s knock was incredible, and he’ll be looking to replicate that performance in the final.
* Hardik Pandya: Despite his team’s loss, Pandya had a great season, and his skills will be crucial in the future.
* RCB players: The team has never won an IPL title, and they’ll be looking to change that this season.
The stage is set for a thrilling final. Will Punjab Kings take home their first IPL title, or will RCB make history? Only time will tell.