Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) secured a narrow 2-run victory against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in yesterday’s IPL match held in Bengaluru.
Batting first, RCB scored 213 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in their 20 overs. The top scorer was Virat Kohli with 62 runs. Jackker Bethell contributed 55 runs, while Romario Shepherd remained unbeaten on 53.
For CSK, Matheesha Pathirana was the standout bowler, taking 3 wickets for 36 runs.
In reply, CSK managed to score 211 runs for 5 wickets in their allotted 20 overs, falling just 2 runs short of the target.
Ayush Matre played a brilliant innings, scoring 94 runs off 48 balls, including 9 fours and 5 sixes. Ravindra Jadeja remained unbeaten with 77 runs.
Lungi Ngidi was instrumental for RCB with the ball, taking 3 crucial wickets.