56th

Match

IPL No : #868

Fri, 08 October 2021, Starts from 19:30

Royal Challengers Bangalore - 3/166 (20 ov)

Delhi Capitals - 5/164 (20 ov)

DUBAI

Bangalore won by 7 wickets

Delhi Capitals innigs
5/164 (20 ov)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
PP Shaw
c Garton b Chahal
48553142154.83 In 20214014714 Career122714641
S Dhawan
c Christian b Patel
43473532122.85 In 20215446114 Career5741652122
RR Pant
c †Bharat b Christian
1015810125.00 In 2021362388 Career2441221111
SS Iyer
c Christian b Mohammed Siraj
18331810100.00 In 202114464 Career234419587
SO Hetmyer
c Kohli b Mohammed Siraj
29412222131.81 In 2021188169 Career160312777
Ripal Patel
not out
717710100.00 In 20212530 Career2530
Extras
9 (5w, 1nb, 3lb)
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Total
5/164 (20 overs, 8.2rpo)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
GJ Maxwell3029010321 In 20213213/26 Career55319
Mohammed Siraj4025261140 In 202191374/32 Career48423
GHS Garton302007620 In 20213281/27 Career328
YS Chahal403419512 In 2021161194/25 Career134767
HV Patel403419812 In 2021301125/27 Career76333
DT Christian2019110521 In 20214285/14 Career120403
Royal Challengers Bangalore innigs
3/166 (20 ov)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
V Kohli
c Rabada b Nortje
41280050.00 In 2021366389 Career6244541210
Devdutt Padikkal
c Ashwin b Nortje
041000.00 In 20213904214 Career8639322
KS Bharat
not out
78885234150.00 In 2021182108 Career182108
AB de Villiers
c Iyer b AR Patel
26262621100.00 In 20213022216 Career5778461282
GJ Maxwell
not out
51543380154.54 In 20214984721 Career4212336209
Extras
7 (5w, 1nb, 3lb)
000000.00
Total
3/166 (20 overs, 8.3rpo)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
A Nortje402426920 In 20219673/33 Career31227
Avesh Khan4031081121 In 2021221393/13 Career27209
AR Patel4039110842 In 202115844/21 Career95609
K Rabada403709431 In 2021131174/21 Career74438
R Ashwin1011011101 In 20215884/34 Career157586
Ripal Patel302207520 In 2021050/22 Career05

IPL 2021 Match 56: Royal Challengers Bangalore vs. Delhi Capitals – Match Review

On October 8, 2021, the cricketing world witnessed an intense face-off between the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Delhi Capitals (DC) in the 56th match of IPL 2021 held in Dubai. The game concluded with RCB securing a convincing victory by 7 wickets, further asserting their position in the tournament.

Delhi Capitals Innings:

Batting first, Delhi Capitals set a target of 165 runs with a total score of 164 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in their allotted 20 overs. Opening the innings, Prithvi Shaw made a significant contribution with 48 runs off 55 balls, showcasing his aggressive style with 4 fours and 2 sixes. Shikhar Dhawan provided solid support with a well-played 43 runs off 47 balls, including 3 fours and 2 sixes. However, the innings experienced a slight hiccup in the middle, as Rishabh Pant and Shreyas Iyer were dismissed cheaply for 10 and 18 runs, respectively. Shimron Hetmyer also chipped in with 29 runs, but it was not enough to anchor the innings. The efforts of their lower order, including a 7 not out from Ripal Patel, could not bridge the gap, concluding their innings at 164 runs.

Notably, the Royal Challengers Bowlers were once again in fine form, with Mohammed Siraj leading the charge, picking up 2 wickets for just 25 runs in his 4 overs. Daniel Christian was also prominent with his economical bowling, taking 1 wicket for 19 runs in just 2 overs.

Royal Challengers Bangalore Innings:

Chasing down the target, RCB emerged robustly, finishing their innings at 166 runs for the loss of 3 wickets in 20 overs. It was the performance of KS Bharat that stole the show as he scored a brilliant 78 runs off 88 balls, playing a pivotal role in the chase. Bharat's innings featured 3 fours and 4 sixes, and his composed approach ensured RCB stayed in the driver's seat throughout. Glenn Maxwell made a valuable contribution with a swift 51 runs off 54 balls, while Virat Kohli struggled, falling early for just 4 runs. Devdutt Padikkal unfortunately didn't trouble the scorers, getting out for a duck.

With the match resting on Bharat and Maxwell's shoulders, they anchored their team's innings towards victory. Their combined efforts helped RCB reach their target with an over to spare.

Match Summary:

  • Result: Royal Challengers Bangalore won by 7 wickets.
  • Location: Dubai
  • RCB Innings: 166/3 in 20 overs
  • DC Innings: 164/5 in 20 overs

This match marked another significant win for RCB, underscoring their potential as a strong contender for the title in IPL 2021. With performances from their players promising for the remainder of the season, fans are eagerly awaiting their next outing.


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