In Pics: Sanju Samson's century in vain as Rajasthan Royals lose nail-biter to Punjab Kings

Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson en route to scoring 119 against Punjab Kings in their IPL 2021 match in Mumbai. Samson said the second-half of his innings, was the 'best he has ever played in IPL' as he smashed 7 sixes and 12 fours in his 63-ball knock. (Photo: IPL)

Rajasthan Royals' Riyan Parag and Sanju Samson put on an important partnership to keep their team in the hunt against Punjab Kings in Mumbai. Richardson, who was bought for Rs 14 crore in the IPL 14 auction, went for 55 runs from his four overs. (Photo: IPL)

Rajasthan Royals' Riyan Parag and Sanju Samson put on an important partnership to keep their team in the hunt against Punjab Kings in Mumbai. While Parag chipped in with 25 off 11 balls, Samson scored a brilliant century as the duo put on 52 runs for the fifth wicket. (Photo: IPL)

Punjab Kings captain KL Rahul acknowledges the cheers after completing a half-century against Rajasthan Royals in Mumbai. Rahul top-scored for PBKS with 91 off 50 balls, studded with five sixes and 7 fours. (Photo: IPL)

Punjab Kings batsman Deepak Hooda (centre) is disappointed after getting dismissed for 64 against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL 2021 tie. Hooda smashed six sixes and four fours during his brilliant 28-ball knock. (Photo: IPL)