Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 19 (ANI): Although Royal Challengers Bangalore lost the game, batter Tim David received the Player of the Match award for scoring a half-century against Punjab Kings on Saturday.

David recognized the tough circumstances and the struggles his teammates faced adjusting to them. He showed readiness to help if he had the chance to move up in the batting lineup, though he understood the associated pressures and potential hazards.

David stressed the urgency of rapid regrouping for the approaching game against Punjab and underlined the necessity of discovering a victorious strategy when playing at their venue.

"It didn't feel so easy. I don't know what to say. I think that definitely boys batting up communicated it to me. The practice pitches have played similarly. Our coaching staff and management have built the squad for a reason. If I get an opportunity to bat, I will look to contribute to my team. At times when you are trying too hard, it doesn't come off. Tonight was difficult. You had to manage risks a little bit. Would want to have a drink after the team wins. We have been faced with different conditions in each game at home. We haven't played well at home. We need to find a template. We will have to regroup quickly as we will play Punjab," Tim David said in the post-match presentation.

Tim David's 50 came off just 25 balls, aiding Royal Challengers Bangalore ( RCB ) posted a score of 95 on the board following an humiliating collapse during which they lost seven wickets for only 42 runs.

Josh Hazlewood's remarkable spell of bowling, taking 3 wickets for just 14 runs, was outstanding. RCB wish, yet Punjab Kings PBKS ) sealed a five-wicket win with 11 balls to spare on Saturday in the ongoing Indian Premier League ( IPL In 2025, at the M. Chinaswamy Stadium.

Pursuing a score of 96 in a match with each side having 14 overs, PBKS reached 98/5 in 12.1 overs, securing their fifth victory of the season.

Wadhera stayed not out at 33 from only 19 balls, hitting three boundaries and three maximums. Marcus Stoinis clinched the match with a six, adding the final flourish to a precise pursuit.

RCB continued their winless run at home with their third successive defeat at Bengaluru, The teams will meet again on Sunday (April 20) in Mullanpur. (ANI)