70th

Match

IPL No : #

Sun, 21 May 2023, Starts from 7:30 PM

Royal Challengers Bangalore - 5/197 (20 ov)

Gujarat Titans - 4/198 (19.1 ov)

M CHINNASWAMY STADIUM, Bengaluru

Gujarat won by 6 wickets

Royal Challengers Bangalore innigs
5/197 (20 ov)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
Extras
7 (lb 2, w 5)
000000.00
Total
5/197 (20 overs, 9.85rpo)
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V Kohli
not out
10110261131165.57 In 20236396516 Career7263643234
F du Plessis
c Tewatia b Noor Ahmad
28351950147.36 In 20237306036 Career5467485207
Anuj Rawat
not out
23301511153.33 In 20239164 Career2201611
GJ Maxwell
b Rashid Khan
117511220.00 In 20234002931 Career5396446267
MK Lomror
st †Saha b Noor Ahmad
1530033.33 In 202313598 Career4022421
MG Bracewell
c & b Mohammed Shami
26261650162.50 In 20235861 Career5861
KD Karthik
c †Saha b Yash Dayal
021000.00 In 2023140135 Career4554444139

BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
Mohammad Shami4039110970 In 2023241724/11 Career123880
Yash Dayal4039110751 In 20232243/40 Career13100
Rashid Khan402416510 In 2023241196/17 Career2911966
Noor Ahmad4039210641 In 202313833/37 Career18131
MM Sharma4054014281 In 202317704/14 Career109446
Gujarat Titans innigs
4/198 (19.1 ov)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
Extras
19 (b 5, lb 6, nb 1, w 7)
000000.00
Total
4/198 (19.1 overs, 10.33rpo)
000000.00
WP Saha
c Parnell b Mohammed Siraj
1215142085.71 In 2023287377 Career271426883
Shubman Gill
not out
104975258200.00 In 20236806722 Career258025569
V Shankar
c Kohli b Vyshak
53533572151.42 In 20232872714 Career11888747
D Shanaka
c sub (SS Prabhudessai) b Patel
053000 In 2023910 Career7535942
DA Miller
c sub (SS Prabhudessai) b Mohammed Siraj
61271085.71 In 20232551813 Career3678248171
R Tewatia
not out
41250080.00 In 20238437 Career8226042

BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
Mohammed Siraj4032281122 In 2023191624/21 Career78724
WD Parnell3042013762 In 20239563/10 Career62150
Vijaykumar Vyshak4040110622 In 20239403/20 Career940
HV Patel4029171121 In 202314875/27 Career111560
MG Bracewell1016016202 In 20236262/13 Career626
Himanshu Sharma302809431 In 2023040/28 Career04

Match Summary: 70th IPL Match – Royal Challengers Bangalore vs. Gujarat Titans

In an exhilarating contest held at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on May 21, 2023, the Gujarat Titans emerged victorious over the Royal Challengers Bangalore by 6 wickets. This match was nothing short of a roller-coaster ride for the fans, showcasing some outstanding performances from both teams.

Royal Challengers Bangalore Innings

Batting first, the Royal Challengers Bangalore set a formidable total of 197 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in their allotted 20 overs, averaging an impressive 9.85 runs per over. Leading the charge was none other than the iconic Virat Kohli, who delivered a breathtaking performance, scoring an unbeaten 101 runs from 102 balls. Kohli’s innings included 13 boundaries and a six, resulting in a staggering strike rate of 165.57, reaffirming his prowess in the shortest format of the game.

Faf du Plessis contributed with a solid 28 runs off 35 balls, while Anuj Rawat chipped in with a quick 23 runs off 30 deliveries. Other notable contributions came from Glenn Maxwell (11 runs) and Mike Lomror (1 run).

The team’s innings saw a total of 7 extras, which included 2 leg byes and 5 wides.

Gujarat Titans Innings

Chasing 198 runs for victory, the Gujarat Titans put up a commendable fight, successfully reaching their target in just 19.1 overs, scoring 198 runs for the loss of 4 wickets, at a remarkable run rate of 10.33.

Shubman Gill played an exceptional knock, remaining not out at 104 runs off 97 balls and displaying an explosive batting technique with 5 fours and 8 sixes, achieving a strike rate of 200.00. Alongside him, Vijay Shankar also made a valuable contribution, scoring a brisk 53 runs off 35 balls with 7 boundaries and 2 sixes.

Wriddhiman Saha (12 runs) and David Miller (6 runs) weren’t able to make significant impacts with the bat, but the foundation was well laid by Gill and Shankar for a successful chase. The inning was wrapped up with Rahul Tewatia remaining not out at 4 runs.

Gujarat’s innings also included 19 extras (5 byes, 6 leg byes, 1 no ball, and 7 wides), aiding their successful chase.

Bowling Highlights

Mohammed Siraj was the pick of the bowlers for the Royal Challengers Bangalore, taking 2 wickets for 32 runs in his 4 overs. Other impressive bowling performances came from Vijaykumar Vyshak and Harshal Patel, although they were unable to secure wickets. For the Gujarat Titans, Noor Ahmad shone with the ball, taking 2 wickets for 39 runs in his 4 overs.

Conclusion

This win holds significant value for the Gujarat Titans, demonstrating their ability to chase down sizable targets under pressure. With this match, the IPL season continues to provide thrilling encounters that keep fans on the edge of their seats. The next matchup promises to be just as exciting, as teams battle it out for crucial points in the quest for the playoffs. Stay tuned for more updates and insights into the IPL 2023 season!


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