22nd

Match

IPL No : #846

Tue, 27 April 2021, Starts from 19:30

Delhi Capitals - 170/4 (20 ov)

Royal Challengers Bangalore - 171/5 (20 ov)

Ahmedabad

RCB won by 1 run

Royal Challengers Bangalore innigs
171/5 (20 ov)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
V Kohli
b Avesh Khan
1201120109.09 In 2021163183 Career6041521204
Devdutt Padikkal
b Sharma
1701430121.42 In 2021188228 Career6617316
RM Patidar
c Smith b Patel
3102202140.90 In 20214012 Career4012
GJ Maxwell
c Smith b Mishra
2502012125.00 In 20212232110 Career3937310198
AB de Villiers
not out
7504235178.57 In 20212041610 Career5680455276
Washington Sundar
c & b Rabada
6090066.66 In 20213120 Career217176
DR Sams
not out
30200150.00 In 2021300 Career4342326
Extras
2 (2w)
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Total
5/171 (20 overs, 8.55rpo)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
I Sharma4126171121 In 20211115/12 Career72248
K Rabada4038110641 In 20215404/21 Career66361
Avesh Khan4024161130 In 202112563/32 Career17126
A Mishra302719202 In 20216255/17 Career166452
AR Patel403318502 In 20213164/21 Career83541
MP Stoinis1023023103 In 20211134/15 Career65268
Delhi Capitals innigs
170/4 (20 ov)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
PP Shaw
c †de Villiers b Patel
2101830116.66 In 2021187236 Career101312233
S Dhawan
c Chahal b Jamieson
6071085.71 In 2021265335 Career5462624113
SPD Smith
c †de Villiers b Mohammed Siraj
4051080.00 In 20218081 Career323329277
RR Pant
not out
5804860120.83 In 2021183222 Career2262205105
MP Stoinis
c †de Villiers b Patel
2201730129.41 In 20216591 Career3027266105
SO Hetmyer
not out
5302524212.00 In 20216844 Career126510063
Extras
6 (2w)
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Total
4/170 (20 overs, 8.5rpo)
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BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
DR Sams201508420 In 2021044/14 Career63363
Mohammed Siraj4044111561 In 20216674/32 Career45353
KA Jamieson4032181113 In 20217563/41 Career756
Washington Sundar402807520 In 20213323/16 Career27281
HV Patel403729540 In 202117515/27 Career63272
YS Chahal201005510 In 20213454/25 Career121693

Match Summary: Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bangalore - A Thrilling Encounter

On April 27, 2021, the 22nd match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) showcased a nail-biting finish between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. In a match that kept fans on the edge of their seats, RCB emerged victorious by a mere 1 run, despite DC making a commendable chase.

Match Highlights:

  • Delhi Capitals Innings: Batting first, Delhi Capitals posted a respectable total of 170 runs, scoring 170/4 in their allotted 20 overs. Rishabh Pant led from the front with a brilliant 58 not out, supported well by Shimron Hetmyer, who scored 53 off just 25 balls, showing their prowess towards the end of the innings. Prithvi Shaw (21) and Marcus Stoinis (22) made decent contributions, but wickets fell at crucial moments, eventually leaving DC short by a margin of just one run.

  • Royal Challengers Bangalore Innings: RCB, chasing 171, took the game to the last over thanks to a scintillating performance by AB de Villiers, who scored 75 runs off 42 balls, anchoring RCB's innings. RCB managed to reach 171/5 in their 20 overs, with contributions from Rajat Patidar (31) and Glenn Maxwell (25). However, it was the steady hand of de Villiers that ultimately guided RCB over the line, with a final flurry of runs ensuring they scraped through at the death.

Key Performers:

  • Delhi Capitals:

    • Rishabh Pant: 58* runs (48 balls, 6 fours) - A mature knock under pressure.
    • Shimron Hetmyer: 53 runs (25 balls, 2 fours, 4 sixes) - Explosive hitting that brought DC close.
  • Royal Challengers Bangalore:

    • AB de Villiers: 75 runs (42 balls, 3 fours, 5 sixes) - A masterclass in power hitting.
    • Respresentative Bowling: Harshal Patel and Washington Sundar also contributed to restricting DC effectively, with Patel's vital wickets during key overs.

Bowling Performances:

  • Delhi Capitals:

    • Avesh Khan: 4 overs, 24 runs, 1 wicket - A tight spell that earned him a key breakthrough.
    • Kagiso Rabada: 4 overs, 38 runs, 1 wicket - Although a tad expensive, he delivered crucial wickets.
  • Royal Challengers Bangalore:

    • Harshal Patel: 4 overs, 37 runs, 2 wickets - His early strikes helped to set the tone for RCB's defense.
    • Mohammed Siraj: 4 overs, 44 runs, 1 wicket - Key contributor in the death overs.

Conclusion:

This one-run victory for Royal Challengers Bangalore was a testament to the thrilling nature of T20 cricket, where every run counts and the matches can turn in a heartbeat. With key performances from both teams, fans were treated to an exhilarating encounter, setting the stage for what promises to be an electrifying season ahead in IPL 2021.

As we reflect on this gripping match, cricket fans across the globe are reminded once again of the unpredictable and exhilarating nature of the game we all love.


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