Yashasvi Jaiswal's explosive start, smashing 22 runs in the first over against Arshdeep Singh, set the tone for Rajasthan Royals' chase after Punjab Kings posted a formidable 219/5. Arshdeep's expensive over became a record he'd rather forget, overshadowing impressive batting performances from Nehal Wadhera and Shashank Singh for Punjab.
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