9th

Match

IPL No : #773

Sun, 27 September 2020, Starts from 19:30

Rajasthan Royals - 6/226 (19.3 ovs)

Kings XI Punjab - 2/223 (20 ov)

Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah

Kings XI Punjab innigs
2/223 (20 ov)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
KL Rahul
c Gopal b Rajpoot
6905471127.77 In 2020222239 Career219919990
MA Agarwal
c Samson b Curran
106050107212.00 In 20202212111 Career148713863
GJ Maxwell
not out
130920144.44 In 20201920 Career3246250171
N Pooran
not out
250813312.50 In 20204223 Career10546082
Extras
10 (8w, 1nb, 1b)
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Total
2/223 (20 overs, 11.15rpo)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
JD Unadkat3030010521 In 2020085/25 Career77301
AS Rajpoot4039110751 In 2020175/14 Career23176
JC Archer4046012962 In 20201223/15 Career71498
S Gopal4044011423 In 20201104/16 Career39193
R Tewatia1019019012 In 2020373/18 Career1798
TK Curran4044111442 In 20202104/22 Career50231
Rajasthan Royals innigs
6/226 (19.3 ovs)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
JC Buttler
c Khan b Cottrell
4070057.14 In 2020400 Career199519487
SPD Smith
c Mohammed Shami b Neesham
5002772185.18 In 2020119116 Career294526273
SV Samson
c †Rahul b Mohammed Shami
8504247202.38 In 2020159516 Career2368175105
R Tewatia
c Agarwal b Mohammed Shami
5303107170.96 In 20206317 Career1741210
RV Uthappa
c Pooran b Mohammed Shami
90420225.00 In 20201420 Career4425437156
JC Archer
not out
130302433.33 In 20204006 Career183811
R Parag
b Ashwin
002000.00 In 2020610 Career166185
TK Curran
not out
40110400.00 In 20201420 Career355398
Extras
8 (8w, 1nb, 1b)
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Total
6/226 (19.3 overs, 11.58rpo)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
SS Cotterrell3052117836 In 20205334/20 Career67357
Mohammad Shami4053313844 In 20207333/15 Career47284
Ravi Bishnoi4034091213 In 20204333/32 Career433
JDS Neesham4040110551 In 20201103/33 Career1067
M Ashwin1016111211 In 20204113/21 Career19148
GJ Maxwell3029010603 In 20201113/26 Career43214

Match Summary: Rajasthan Royals vs Kings XI Punjab - IPL 2020

On a spectacular evening at Sharjah Cricket Stadium on September 27, 2020, the 9th match of the Indian Premier League showcased an exhilarating display of batting prowess, with Rajasthan Royals prevailing in a high-scoring encounter against the Kings XI Punjab.

The Rajasthan Royals batted first and set an imposing target of 227 runs, finishing their innings at 226 runs for the loss of 6 wickets in just 19.3 overs. This explosive performance was spearheaded by the remarkable batting display from Sanju Samson, who scored a dazzling 85 runs from 42 balls, accompanied by Mayank Agarwal's standout performance for Kings XI Punjab, who narrowly fell short despite a magnificent century.

Batting Highlights

  1. Sanju Samson emerged as the superstar for the Royals, lighting up the match with 85 runs, featuring 4 boundaries and 7 sixes at an exceptional strike rate of 202.38.
  2. Stephen Smith contributed solidly with a quickfire 50 off 27 balls, before falling victim to Jimmy Neesham.
  3. Rahul Tewatia added to the fireworks with a valuable 53 runs in just 31 balls, making a critical impact in the middle order.

Despite the high stakes, KL Rahul of Kings XI Punjab led with resolute determination, scoring 69 runs. However, his efforts were overshadowed by Mayank Agarwal, who orchestrated a breathtaking innings, scoring 106 runs off just 50 balls, which included 10 fours and 7 sixes at a blistering strike rate of 212. His performance kept the chase alive until the very end.

Bowling Performances

On the bowling front for the Royals, Tom Curran was able to secure 1 wicket for 44 runs in his 4 overs. Notably, AS Rajpoot grabbed 1 wicket while conceding 39 runs in his allocated overs.

For Kings XI Punjab, Mohammad Shami was the pick of the bowlers, capturing 3 wickets for 53 runs, but his efforts came in a losing cause.

Final Result

In a dramatic finish, Kings XI Punjab managed to score 223 runs for the loss of 2 wickets in their full quota of 20 overs, falling just short by 4 runs against the Rajasthan Royals, who clinched victory with a total of 226 runs.

This match will be remembered for its high-octane batting performances and the incredible entertainment that IPL consistently promises. The spectacle of two formidable teams battling it out with such fervor is a testament to the thrilling nature of cricket, especially in the IPL circuit.


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