Royal Challengers Bangalore’s 214-run target had Chennai Super Kings cruising at 75% win probability with Ayush Mhatre (94) and Ravindra Jadeja (77*) at the crease. Mhatre’s dismissal marked a turning point, and despite MS Dhoni’s arrival, CSK fell short.
The Turning Point
Yash Dayal’s exceptional yorkers sealed the win for RCB, defending 6 runs off the final three balls. Dhoni praised Dayal’s skill, acknowledging that CSK’s batsmen struggled with yorkers.
In the post-match analysis, Dhoni admitted that CSK’s batsmen were uncomfortable playing the paddle shot, a skill he believes is essential in modern cricket. “Most of our batsmen aren’t comfortable with it,” he said. Jadeja was an exception, but even he played more backfoot shots.
Key Takeaways
CSK’s batting performance was a major concern, with Dhoni taking responsibility for not playing bigger shots to ease the pressure. He emphasized the need for more yorker practice, suggesting that a low full toss could be a viable alternative.
The match was a thrilling encounter, with RCB emerging victorious. The win was a testament to their skill and strategy.
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