In an exhilarating Eliminator conflict of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Rajasthan Royals (RR) triumphed over Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) by 4 wickets on the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The inaugural season champions will now meet Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Chennai within the Qualifier 2. The winner of this contest will lock horns with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) within the ultimate.
Ravichandran Ashwin shines with the ball
Batting first, RCB posted a aggressive whole of 172/8 of their 20 overs. The innings was anchored by Rajat Patidar, who scored a brisk 34 off 22 balls, supported by essential contributions from Virat Kohli (33 off 24) and Mahipal Lomror (32 off 17). Regardless of shedding wickets at common intervals, RCB managed to maintain the scoreboard ticking, due to some lower-order hitting from Swapnil Singh (9 off 4) and Karn Sharma (5 off 4).
For RR, Avesh Khan was the standout bowler, claiming 3 wickets, however he gave away 44 runs in his 4 overs. Ravichandran Ashwin supplied wonderful assist with 2 wickets for simply 19 runs. Trent Boult and Yuzvendra Chahal chipped in with a wicket every, containing the RCB batsmen successfully within the center overs.
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag take RR dwelling
Chasing 173, RR began strongly with Yashasvi Jaiswal main the cost, scoring a fluent 45 off 30 balls. Contributions from Tom Kohler-Cadmore (20 off 15) and Riyan Parag (36 off 26) stored RR within the hunt. Regardless of some fast wickets within the center overs, Shimron Hetmyer (26 off 14) and Rovman Powell (16 off 8) ensured RR crossed the end line with an over to spare, ending at 174/6 in 19 overs.
RCB’s bowling was spearheaded by Mohammed Siraj, who took 2 wickets for 33 runs in his 4 overs. Cameron Inexperienced and Karn Sharma picked up a wicket every, however their efforts weren’t sufficient to cease the RR batters from reaching the goal. This victory propelled Rajasthan to the Qualifier 2. In the meantime, RCB’s journey ended right here, as they bow out after a commendable season.
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Right here is how Twitter reacted:
.@RCBTweets had an incredible run this season. Must be happy with themselves. Tonight was not their night time. Unimaginable win this for @rajasthanroyals with the gang behind RCB, they held their nerves and marched on. Massive congratulations!!
— Robin Aiyuda Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) Could 22, 2024
The entire Ahmedabad stadium was supporting RCB. Choices have been moving into favour of RCB. This can be a win and half for Rajasthan Royals. Properly performed.
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) Could 22, 2024
Chennai Calling ✈️
Congratulations to 𝗥𝗮𝗷𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗥𝗼𝘆𝗮𝗹𝘀 🥳🩷
They’re set to face Sunrisers Hyderabad in an electrifying #Qualifier2 🤜🤛
Scorecard ▶️ https://t.co/b5YGTn7pOL #TATAIPL | #RRvRCB | #Eliminator | #TheFinalCall | @rajasthanroyals pic.twitter.com/V8dLUL0hSS
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) Could 22, 2024
WE’RE GOING TO CHENNAI! 💗💗💗
— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) Could 22, 2024
Virat Kohli carrying the Orange cap after elimination pic.twitter.com/3cgTKbT6Ut
— Sagar (@sagarcasm) Could 22, 2024
The lengthy anticipate RCB followers to see their staff carry the IPL trophy continues 💔#RRvRCB #cricket #ipl2024 #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/bpr8Jkq8S6
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) Could 22, 2024
CSK and MI watching RCB taking part in playoffs.. pic.twitter.com/pq1zKLxlXe
— 🇮🇳 رومانا (@RomanaRaza) Could 22, 2024
Our dream run has come to an unlucky finish tonight, however the satisfaction and keenness we have proven will endlessly encourage us. 🫡
Maintain your heads excessive, staff. You gave it the whole lot. ❤️🩹#PlayBold #ನಮ್ಮRCB #IPL2024 #RRvRCB pic.twitter.com/9KrPdeJhNl
— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) Could 22, 2024
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Identify ModifiedNonetheless The anticipate the primary IPL trophy continues…💔#RRvRCB pic.twitter.com/7QxnkKZOfR
— 𝑺𝒉𝒆𝒃𝒂𝒔 (@Shebas_10dulkar) Could 22, 2024
RCB followers tonight #RRvRCB pic.twitter.com/kBYAb41rCp
— SwatKat💃 (@swatic12) Could 22, 2024
thodi jaldi mein hain#RRvRCB pic.twitter.com/ul5c9rEZmA
— Arun Lol (@dhaikilokatweet) Could 22, 2024
Nailed it! ❤️🔥
Congratulations RR @rajasthanroyals ♥️🥂#RRvsRCB #RCBvsRR #RRvRCB #RCBvRR pic.twitter.com/Pi1KkQpicx
— poorna_choudary (@poornachoudary1) Could 22, 2024
RCB misplaced. Nonetheless no IPL trophy for Virat Kohli after 17 years. This world is so unfair. I can not breathe correctly 😭😭😭😭😭💔💔💔💔💔#RRvRCB #tapmad #HojaoADFree #IPL2024 pic.twitter.com/n1Z4sRXVGz
— Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan) Could 22, 2024
Really feel for King Kohli
– 741 Runs.
– 61.75 Common.
– 154.69 Strike Price.
– 5 Fifties.
– 1 Century.
– 62 fours.
– 38 sixes.Provides 200% for the staff.
VIRAT KOHLI’S IPL 2024 ENDS WITH A HEARTBREAK. 💔 #RRVRCB #IPL2024 pic.twitter.com/q83blWZEIZ
— Nibraz Ramzan (@nibraz88cricket) Could 22, 2024