Shreyas Iyer lads Punjab Kings to IPL 2025 Final with stunning knock
Ahmedabad: Punjab Kings have stormed into the IPL 2025 final after a thrilling chase against Mumbai Indians, powered by a brilliant unbeaten innings from their captain Shreyas Iyer.
Chasing a target of 204, PBKS reached 207 for 5 with an over to spare, securing a place in the final where they will face Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Iyer played a captain’s knock, scoring a match-winning 87 off just 41 balls. His powerful hitting in the final overs turned the game in Punjab's favour despite pressure from the Mumbai bowlers.
Earlier in the chase, Nehal Wadhera provided a steady start with a valuable 48, laying the foundation for the big finish. Mumbai Indians had made early breakthroughs and looked in control at one stage, but they could not stop the run flow in the death overs.
Punjab Kings will now head into the final with high confidence, hoping to lift their maiden IPL title.
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Passenger from Mumbai caught with 500g of Hydroponic Ganja at Mangaluru Airport
Mangaluru: A domestic air traveller from Mumbai was detained at Mangaluru International Airport on Monday evening after officials found around 500 grams of hydroponic ganja hidden in his luggage.
The accused, identified as Shankar Narayan Poddar, had arrived on an IndiGo flight that landed at 6:10 pm. Based on a tip-off, the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel intercepted and questioned him shortly after arrival.
During the inspection of his checked-in baggage, officials discovered approximately 512 grams of hydroponic ganja.
The passenger, along with the confiscated substance, were handed over to the Bajpe Police Station for further investigation and legal action.
