In a disciplined bowling performance, Rajasthan Royals contained Royal Challengers Bangalore to 172/8 in the IPL 2024 Eliminator clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
Opting to bowl first, Trent Boult’s tight opening spell set the tone, with Ravichandran Ashwin‘s impressive bowling further restricting RCB. Avesh Khan, despite conceding runs initially, staged a remarkable comeback, finishing with figures of 3-44.
Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis started well for RCB, but Boult’s perseverance paid off as du Plessis fell to a superb catch by Rovman Powell. Despite Kohli’s efforts, his dismissal by Yuzvendra Chahal shifted momentum in RR’s favor.
Cameron Green and Rajat Patidar tried to stabilize RCB’s innings, but Ashwin’s double strike in the 13th over disrupted their momentum. Patidar’s quick boundaries were nullified as Avesh Khan removed him shortly after.
Dinesh Karthik and Mahipal Lomror’s brief cameos were not enough to propel RCB, as Avesh Khan’s impressive spell continued. Karn Sharma’s excusal on the last ball summarized RCB’s innings.
Rajasthan Royals face the errand of pursuing down 173 for triumph in a vital experience against Regal Challengers Bangalore.
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