In the 38th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Rajasthan Royals clashed against Mumbai Indians (MI) at the iconic Sawai Mansingh Stadium. Rajasthan continued their dominance in the tournament registering another win and keeping their top position in the points table intact.
Tilak Varma shines despite Sandeep Sharma’s 5-fer
The toss favored Mumbai Indians, who elected to bat first. Despite some early setbacks, Tilak Varma‘s resilient knock of 65 runs off 45 balls anchored Mumbai Indians’ innings. Nehal Wadhera‘s explosive 49 off 24 deliveries bolstered the total to a competitive 179/9 in 20 overs. Sandeep Sharma was the standout bowler for RR. His fiery spell of 5 wickets for 18 runs wreaked havoc on Mumbai’s batting lineup.
Yashasvi Jaiswal takes RR home with stunning ton
In response, Rajasthan Royals put up a dominant batting display. Yashasvi Jaiswal‘s magnificent century, scoring 104 runs off 60 balls, paved the way for their victory. Jos Buttler and Sanju Samson provided valuable support with scores of 35 and 38 runs respectively. The Royals chased down the target with ease, reaching 183/1 in just 18.4 overs.
Key Performances
Yashasvi’s scintillating century was the highlight of the match, guiding Rajasthan Royals to victory.
Sandeep’s remarkable bowling spell, claiming 5 crucial wickets, played a pivotal role in restricting Mumbai Indians to a below-par total.
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Here is how Twitter reacted:
📸👏#TATAIPL | #RRvMI | @ybj_19 pic.twitter.com/ibjdp4pHcu
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 22, 2024
Rajasthan Royals just one win away to qualify for playoffs. We are just half way stage of the league. Outstanding effort for them so far. #rrvsmi
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) April 22, 2024
Just needed Yashasvi Jaiswal to come to the party and he does with a 100! Willed
Himself #RRvMI
— Vikrant Gupta (@vikrantgupta73) April 22, 2024
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s knock is a proof of class is permanent . Form is temporary @ybj_19 and there shouldn’t be any debate about Keepar batsman . @IamSanjuSamson should walks in to the Indian team for T20 worldcup and also groomed as a next T20 captain for india after rohit . koi…
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) April 22, 2024
Sandeep Sharma one of the most underrated bowlers in #IPL history.
Matches – 118
Wickets – 125
Econ – 7.86
S/R – 21.1
Today you can add 5/18 off 4 overs to the above.#RRvMI
— Tom Moody (@TomMoodyCricket) April 22, 2024
Sandeep Sharma is easily the most underrated IPL player. Goes about his job silently, is very brainy and a wicket-taker. 193 T20 wickets at 7.5 Economy. Not a bad idea to consider him for World T20, I think.
— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) April 22, 2024
Jais-WOW 💯🔥#RRvMI
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) April 22, 2024
Jaiswal becomes the first player to score hundreds in back-to-back IPL editions against same team.
2023 – scored 124(62) vs MI
2024 – scored 104*(60) vs MI
— Kausthub Gudipati (@kaustats) April 22, 2024
YASHASVI JAISWAL HAS 2 IPL HUNDREDS AT THE AGE OF 22. 🤯
– Youngest player in IPL history.pic.twitter.com/FDIwXGytgV
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) April 22, 2024
We go back to the drawing board.#MumbaiMeriJaan #MumbaiIndians #RRvMI pic.twitter.com/Ph4OFz3HN7
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) April 22, 2024
This is a massive win for @rajasthanroyals against @mipaltan 🔥🔥🔥
Now #SRHvsRR seems like a highly anticipated match. A match of two heavyweights of #IPL2024
This will be interesting. 🔥🔥💥💥#IPLonJioCinema #IPL2024 #MIvsRR
— Ridhima Pathak (@PathakRidhima) April 22, 2024
A comprehensive victory for Rajasthan Royals 🔥🫡#RRvMI #ipl2024
Scorecard: https://t.co/EH9GiHS2ge #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/kENfb9ld52
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) April 22, 2024
14 points! 🔥🙏 pic.twitter.com/yglDORfidD
— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) April 22, 2024
200 wickets in the #TATAIPL is an extraordinary achievement; a tribute to Chahal’s class over the years
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) April 22, 2024
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