In a match between Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings, Rajasthan won the toss and chose to bat first at their second home ground in Guwahati. Tom Kohler Cad more, a new batsman from Chennai, made his debut as an opener for Rajasthan. Kohler Cad more was seen wearing a Q-collar around his neck, a device that helps prevent brain damage in case of a head injury. This device is also worn by players in football and rugby to absorb shock and protect against impacts.
Tom Kohler Cad more, an English cricketer who plays for Yorkshire in the County Championship, has prior experience in The Hundred and BBL. In his T20 career, he has scored 4344 runs in 170 matches at a strike rate of 136.3 with 32 fifties.
Despite scoring only 18 runs off 23 balls in his IPL debut match, Kohler Cad more impressed with his hits before being dismissed. Punjab Kings emerged victorious in the match, chasing down the target of 144 with an over to spare, led by Rian Parag's 48 and Sam Karan's 63. Rajasthan Royals suffered their fourth consecutive defeat in the tournament.