Introduction
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured their qualification for the TATA Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 playoffs with a dramatic 27-run win over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.
It all came down to the last over with CSK needing 17 to secure their qualification for the playoffs. Yash Dayal ran in and bowled a full toss first ball, and MS Dhoni swung hard to smash it out of the ground over fine-leg for a 110m six. (IPL BETTING)
RCB’s Innings
Early Momentum
In a virtual knockout, CSK won the toss and chose to bowl first. This established the equation that whatever score RCB gets, they will need to win by 18 runs. The Chinnaswamy Stadium pitch has traditionally produced big scores and today was no different.
RCB got into the act with Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis taking the attack in the early overs. At the end of three overs, RCB were 31 for three when the heavens opened up. Rain forced a short break in proceedings, and fortunately for all cricket lovers, it was a passing shower and play got underway without the loss of any overs.
Post-Resumption Struggles
The conditions suddenly seemed tougher for batting post resumption. CSK introduced their spinners as the ball showed signs of grip and turn. In the two overs after resumption, RCB managed only six runs – with the ball turning and beating the batters a few times.
Du Plessis broke the shackles in the last over of the powerplay when he hit one down the ground off Mahesh Theekshana. Kohli too found that energy as Ravindra Jadeja and Mitchell Santner continued the spin challenge post the powerplay. Kohli smashed Jadeja over mid-wicket for a six in the ninth over. When Santner came on for the 10th, he hit another one for six over mid-wicket. However, off the next ball, he was caught at long-on by Daryl Mitchell – who showed good awareness to keep the ball in play.
Late Charge
Then came the partnership that propelled RCB to over 200. Patidar and Cameron Green added 71 in only 28 balls in an exhibition of some attacking batting. In the last seven overs, only one went under 13. Patidar got 41 off 23 balls and Green remained unbeaten on 38 off 17 balls. Short cameos from Dinesh Karthik (14 off six balls) and Glenn Maxwell (16 off five balls) helped RCB go past 200. They got to 218 – which meant CSK needed to get 201 to qualify.
CSK’s Innings
Early Setbacks
CSK’s pursuit got off to a dramatic start when Ruturaj Gaikwad hit the first ball to short fine-leg and was caught by Yash Dayal. Glenn Maxwell was brought in to bowl the first over considering what happened during RCB’s innings. The initial overs were not easy for the batters. CSK lost their second wicket in the third over when Dayal got Mitchell to edge one to mid-off. At 19 for two, CSK were in trouble.
Middle Overs Revival
Rachin Ravindra and Ajinkya Rahane started the job of trying to resurrect the CSK innings. It was an important partnership that mixed caution with aggression – adding 66 off 41 balls. Both found boundaries at regular intervals to ensure the required rate did not go too far out of hand. The partnership moved at a fairly even keel as they shared the workload of scoring the runs. They moved to 85 for two in nine overs, when Lockie Ferguson was introduced. Off the first ball, Rahane hit one high in the air and was caught by du Plessis for 33.
Late Drama
Considering the target to qualify, CSK needed 71 off the last five overs when MS Dhoni walked in to join Jadeja. When the time-out was taken, it left CSK with 63 off the last four. Jadeja signaled his intentions soon after when he hit the first ball for six down the ground. CSK made good strides to their required total with 13 and 15 runs off the two overs after the time-out. It was mainly Jadeja who took on the responsibility of taking the attack to the bowlers as Siraj was hit for a six and four.
When Ferguson came on for the penultimate over, CSK needed 35. He bowled a beamer to begin with. Later, Jadeja and Dhoni picked a four apiece. Jadeja ended the over with a six off the last ball over mid-wicket for a six – setting up that thrilling finish.
FAQs
1. Who were the standout performers in the RCB vs CSK match?
Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis, and Rajat Patidar were standout performers for RCB. Ravindra Jadeja was the key player for CSK.
2. How did RCB secure their playoff spot in IPL 2024?
RCB secured their playoff spot with a 27-run victory over CSK, thanks to a strong batting performance and crucial wickets at key moments.
3. What were the key moments in the match?
Key moments included RCB’s late charge with the bat, early wickets for RCB’s bowlers, and the dramatic last over bowled by Yash Dayal.
4. What was the final score in the RCB vs CSK match?
RCB scored 218, and CSK ended up with 191, giving RCB a 27-run victory.
5. What is the significance of this match for IPL 2024?
This match was crucial as it decided the playoff qualification for both teams, with RCB securing their spot.
Conclusion
RCB’s dramatic 27-run win over CSK not only secured their playoff spot but also showcased the thrill and excitement that IPL matches bring to cricket fans worldwide. Both teams played their hearts out, making this a memorable encounter.
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