RCB Stumble Early Against Punjab Kings in Rain-Shortened Clash

In a rain-reduced 14-overs-a-side encounter, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) found themselves in early trouble at 26/3 after 4 overs against Punjab Kings (PBKS). Arshdeep Singh struck twice in quick succession, removing both Philip Salt (4) and the in-form Virat Kohli (1), while Xavier Bartlett dismissed Liam Livingstone for just 4. Rajat Patidar is holding the fort with a brisk 17 off 11 balls, but RCB’s top order collapse has put them on the back foot. PBKS bowlers have maintained tight lines, with Arshdeep conceding only 11 runs in his two overs and Bartlett giving away 15. With only 14 overs to set a competitive total, RCB will need a strong recovery from their middle order to challenge the Kings, who are currently favorites in this high-stakes, shortened contest.

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