Dharamsala, May 17 -- When Royal Challengers Bengaluru's innings needed a final burst of acceleration, Venkatesh Iyer delivered a masterclass in finishing, powering his side to a commanding 23-run victory over Punjab Kings in the 61st match of the Indian Premier League 2026 - a win that also sealed RCB's qualification for the playoffs.
In a high-octane encounter filled with momentum swings and explosive batting, RCB's total of 222 for 4 was built on a strong foundation and a devastating late surge. The innings was anchored by Virat Kohli's elegant 58 and Devdutt Padikkal's attacking 45, before the final overs turned into a batting exhibition.
The standout passage came in the death overs, where Venkatesh Iyer and Tim David unleashed a rele...