India, April 29 -- Rajasthan Royals head coach Kumar Sangakkara praised his batting unit after they pulled off a 223-run chase against Punjab Kings, reserving special mention for skipper Riyan Parag. It was a challenging task, made tougher by the pressure of coming off a defeat and facing an unbeaten Punjab side. Despite the circumstances, the inaugural champions showed composure and clarity in their approach. The batters stuck to their plans, kept the scoreboard moving, and handled key moments well. In the end, the Royals completed the chase with four balls to spare, underlining the depth and confidence in their batting lineup.

Sangakkara shifted the spotlight from individual brilliance to Rajasthan Royals' collective strength, stressin...