IPL Bulletin For May 28: From RCB Finishing 2nd In Standings To Jitesh Sharma's Blitzkrieg

IPL Bulletin For May 28: RCB sealed a historic win to confirm their playoff spot as the IPL 2025 league stage wrapped up in style. Jitesh Sharma starred with a match-winning knock, while Mayank Agarwal played the perfect support role.

The BCCI announced a tribute to the Indian Armed Forces during the final's closing ceremony. Meanwhile, Ravichandran Ashwin addressed fan criticism in an emotional live session. Here's a look at the top 10 stories.

1) RCB Beat LSG In Thrilling Run-Chase By 6 Wickets

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) beat Lucknow Super Giants (RCB) by 6 wickets in a thrilling run-chase at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Tuesday. Batting first, LSG put up 227/3 in 20 overs before Bengaluru chased down the target in 18.4 overs with 8 balls to spare.

2) Jitesh Sharma Emerges As MOTM For Match-Winning Knock For RCB

RCB stand-in captain Jitesh Sharma showed tremendous grit under pressure as his unbeaten 33-ball 85 helped RCB chase down the target of 228 against LSG.

3) Jitesh Sharma-Mayank Agarwal Partnership Turn The Tide For RCB

RCB seized control when Jitesh Sharma and Mayank Agarwal came together at 123/4 with the required rate soaring. Under pressure, Sharma led boldly in Patidar's absence, smashing a 22-ball fifty. A turning point came when he was dismissed on 49 but reprieved by a back-foot no-ball. Agarwal's smart strokeplay and rotation complemented Sharma's aggression as the pair dismantled LSG's bowling in the death overs, steering RCB past the target with ease.

4) Mayank Agarwal Turns Out To Be Unsung Hero In RCB's Stunning Win

Not many are talking about it but Mayank Agarwal's composed innings of 41 off 23, which saw him play clever strokes and his rotational approach along with the partnership with Jitesh Sharma turned the tide in RCB's favour.

5) IPL 2025 Standings Confirmed

After RCB's 6-wicket win, the IPL 2025 standings are now confirmed. Punjab Kings finished at the top ahead of RCB via NRR as both teams end league stage with 19 points. At third is Gujarat Titans with 18 points and Mumbai Indians occupy the 4th spot with 16 points.

6) IPL 2025 Play-Offs Schedule

As the teams are aware of their standings, Punjab will take on RCB in Qualifier 1 on 29th May, while Gujarat will take on Mumbai on 30th May in the Eliminator. Qualifier 2 is scheduled for 1st June.

7) Rishabh Pant's Redemption Century Goes In Vain

Rishabh Pant didn't have the best of IPL 2025 as the 27 crore enlisted player was below 200 runs till the last match of the season. He did get a century against RCB (118 off 61) but it was not enough for LSG to end the season on a positive note as Bengaluru won the match by 6 wickets.

8) RCB Become First Team To Win All Away Matches In League Stage

RCB become the first team in IPL history to win all away matches (7) in the league stage of the IPL.

9) Told To Leave CSK In Middle Of Interview, Ravi Ashwin Replies

During a live session, Ravichandran Ashwin faced a tough question from a CSK fan who urged him to leave the team after a poor season. Ashwin acknowledged his struggles-just 7 wickets and 33 runs in 9 games-and admitted the season took an emotional toll. However, he defended his commitment to CSK, highlighting his long association and past successes with the team. He assured fans that he'll work on improving and return stronger next season, reaffirming his deep love and loyalty to the franchise.

10) BCCI To Honour Indian Armed Forces During IPL 2025 Closing Ceremony Ahead Of Summit Clash

BCCI will be honouring the Indian Armed Forces during IPL 2025 Closing Ceremony ahead of IPL Final on 3rd June in Ahmedabad following Operation Sindoor, where India successfully targeted and destroyed 9 terrorist spots in Pakistan in response to the Pahalgam Massacre that claimed the lives of 26 tourists back in April.