India, April 29 -- Chasing 223 against an unbeaten Punjab Kings side at their New Chandigarh fortress was always going to demand something extraordinary. Rajasthan Royals found that spark in a familiar source-Yashasvi Jaiswal-who quietly but decisively anchored a chase that will be remembered as much for its audacity as for its execution.

While much of the pre-match buzz centred on teenage prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the 24-year-old Jaiswal reminded everyone why he remains one of India's most complete young batters. If Sooryavanshi brought the fireworks with a blistering 16-ball 43, Jaiswal supplied the balance, crafting a measured 51 off 27 balls-his third half-century of the season.

The left-hander's innings was a study in control. ...