In the first innings of the match between Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Royal Challengers Bengaluru posted a challenging total of 196 runs for the loss of 8 wickets in their allotted 20 overs.
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— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) April 11, 2024
The standout performances for Royal Challengers Bengaluru came from their top-order batsmen. Faf du Plessis, the captain, led from the front with a brilliant knock of 61 runs off just 40 deliveries, at a striking rate of 152.50. He was well supported by Rajat Patidar who also made a significant contribution with the bat, scoring a quickfire 50 runs off 26 deliveries
Despite a few quick dismissals, including that of Virat Kohli and Glenn Maxwell, Dinesh Karthik’s unbeaten knock of 53 runs off 23 balls provided the late surge RCB needed to reach a competitive total.
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However, the Mumbai Indians bowlers managed to keep the scoring rate in check and picked up wickets at crucial intervals. Jasprit Bumrah was the pick of the bowlers for Mumbai Indians, claiming five wickets while conceding just 21 runs in his four overs.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru fell short of the 200-run mark, setting up an intriguing chase for the Mumbai Indians in the second innings.
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