28th

Match

IPL No : #617

Sun, 29 April 2018, Starts from 00:00

Rajasthan Royals - 6/140 (20)

Sunrisers Hyderabad - 7/151 (20)

Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, India

Sunrisers won by 11 runs

Rajasthan Royals innigs
6/140 (20)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
AD Hales
c Samson b Gowtham
4503940115.38 In 20184540 Career4003917
S Dhawan
b Gowtham
60410150.00 In 2018152261 Career371342772
KS Williamson
c †Buttler b Sodhi
6304372146.51 In 20183222811 Career9057625
MK Pandey
c Rahane b Unadkat
1601510106.66 In 2018158112 Career237320866
Shakib Al Hasan
b Archer
60610100.00 In 2018123104 Career213319260
YK Pathan
c Kulkarni b Archer
2030066.66 In 2018147117 Career3051250153
WP Saha
not out
110710157.14 In 201879120 Career163614257
Rashid Khan
c Stokes b Archer
1030033.33 In 20182412 Career10367
Basil Thampi
not out
000000.00 In 2018300 Career3111
Extras
(1b)
100000.00
Total
(20 overs, 7.55rpo)
000000.00

BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
K Gowtham4018251000 In 2018 Career543
DS Kulkarni2020010440 In 201860 Career78303
JC Archer402637921 In 2018 Career32138
JD Unadkat3033111431 In 201800 Career60178
IS Sodhi302518330 In 2018 Career103
BA Stokes302007720 In 2018 Career16147
MK Lomror10808110 In 2018 Career01
Sunrisers Hyderabad innigs
7/151 (20)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
AM Rahane
not out
6505351122.64 In 2018225254 Career328234564
RA Tripathi
b Sandeep Sharma
4050080.00 In 20187962 Career4704919
SV Samson
c Hales b Kaul
4003031133.33 In 20182791713 Career170512970
BA Stokes
b Pathan
003000.00 In 201814795 Career5914228
JC Buttler
c Dhawan b Rashid Khan
100110090.90 In 201812074 Career120410054
MK Lomror
c †Saha b Kaul
110120091.66 In 20181100 Career1100
K Gowtham
c Dhawan b Basil Thampi
80510160.00 In 20185653 Career5653
JC Archer
not out
10100100.00 In 2018910 Career136114
Extras
(1b)
100000.00
Total
(20 overs, 7rpo)
000000.00

BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
Sandeep Sharma4015141410 In 2018 Career77459
Shakib Al Hasan403008420 In 2018120 Career168174
Basil Thampi2026113231 In 2018 Career1694
S Kaul402326810 In 2018 Career33139
Rashid Khan403118411 In 2018 Career78466
YK Pathan201417210 In 201830 Career4238

On April 29, 2018, the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur hosted an exhilarating match in the Indian Premier League (IPL) featuring the Rajasthan Royals and the Sunrisers Hyderabad. The match was characterized by tense moments, strategic plays, and outstanding individual performances, culminating in a thrilling contest that saw the Sunrisers Hyderabad clinch victory by 11 runs.

Batting first, the Rajasthan Royals struggled to find their footing against the disciplined bowling attack of Sunrisers Hyderabad, managing to score only 140 runs in their allotted 20 overs. Despite a commendable effort from Ajinkya Rahane, who top-scored with an impressive 65 runs off 53 balls, the Royals faltered with notable contributions from Sanju Samson (40 runs) and Rahul Tripathi (4 runs). However, the middle-order collapse highlighted the inability to capitalise on a solid start, with key players like Ben Stokes and Jos Buttler falling cheaply for 0 and 10 runs, respectively.

The standout performance with the ball for Sunrisers came from Krishnappa Gowtham, who wreaked havoc on the Royals' batting line-up, claiming 2 wickets for just 18 runs in his 4 overs, setting a firm foundation for his team's victory.

Seeking to defend a target of 141, the Sunrisers Hyderabad witnessed a stellar innings from their captain Kane Williamson, who anchored his team's batting with a polished 63 runs off 43 deliveries. He was well-supported by Alex Hales, who added a brisk 45 runs to the scoreboard. However, following Williamson's dismissal, the Sunrisers experienced a middle-order slump, losing quick wickets to leave them at 151 for 7 after their 20 overs.

Rajasthan's bowlers were effective, with Jofra Archer leading their attack with a splendid performance, taking 3 wickets for 26 runs in his 4 overs, while Ish Sodhi also picked up 1 wicket for 25 runs.

Ultimately, the Sunrisers Hyderabad emerged victorious, successfully defending their modest total, proving their mettle in tight situations. This 28th match of IPL 2018 not only showcased the brilliance of individual talents but also highlighted the importance of partnerships and strategic game plays in T20 cricket, keeping fans on the edge of their seats until the final ball.


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