Ahmedabad: In a thrilling encounter at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, the Rajasthan Royals emerged victorious against the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) by four wickets in the Indian Premier League (IPL) Eliminator. With this win, the Royals have secured a spot in the second qualifier, where they will face Sunrisers Hyderabad on May 24.
Match Summary:
- Toss: Rajasthan Royals won the toss and elected to field first.
- Inning 1 (RCB): RCB posted a total of 172 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Rajat Patidar (34 runs), Virat Kohli (33 runs), and Mahipal Lomror (32 runs) were the main contributors. Avesh Khan starred with the ball, taking 3 wickets for 44 runs, while Ravichandran Ashwin claimed 2 wickets. Yuzvendra Chahal, Sandeep Sharma, and Trent Boult chipped in with one wicket each.
- Inning 2 (RR): Chasing the target, Rajasthan Royals reached 174 runs for the loss of 6 wickets in 19 overs. Opener Yashasvi Jaiswal (45 runs) and Riyan Parag (36 runs) set the foundation, followed by crucial contributions from Shimron Hetmyer (26 runs) and Rovman Powell (16 runs not out). Ravichandran Ashwin’s all-round performance (0 runs, 2 wickets, 19 runs conceded in 4 overs) earned him the Player of the Match award.
Headline: Rajasthan Royals Secure Thrilling Victory in IPL Eliminator
The Royals’ bowlers restricted RCB to a below-par total, and their spirited chase ensured a place in the second qualifier. RCB’s dream run from the bottom of the table came to an end, while Rajasthan Royals continued their quest for the IPL title. The clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad promises another exciting battle in the qualifiers.
