Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Chennai Super Kings by 50 runs
Batting first, RCB posted a total of 196 for 7 in their 20 overs. Captain Rajat Patidar led the innings with a 51 off 32 balls, while opener Phil Salt contributed a quick 32 off 16 deliveries. Virat Kohli added 31 runs from 30 balls. CSK’s bowling attack saw Afghan spinner Noor Ahmad taking 3 wickets for 36 runs and Matheesha Pathirana claiming 2 wickets for 36 runs.
In response, CSK struggled against RCB’s disciplined bowling, managing only 146 for 8 in their 20 overs. Sachin Ravindra was the top scorer with 41 runs, and MS Dhoni remained unbeaten at 30. RCB’s Josh Hazlewood was instrumental, securing 3 wickets for 21 runs, while Yash Dayal supported with 2 wickets for 18 runs.
This win propels RCB to two consecutive victories in the season, showcasing their strong form. For CSK, this loss highlights areas needing improvement as they aim to bounce back in the tournament.
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