Jofra Archer’s stellar all-round performance secured Rajasthan Royals a spot in the IPL 2026 playoffs, defeating Mumbai Indians by 30 runs. Archer’s quickfire 32 and crucial 3/17 bowling spell silenced critics and propelled the Royals to a fourth-place finish, setting up a clash with Sunrisers Hyderabad. Mumbai’s disappointing season concluded with a loss.
