IPL 2024 Eliminator: Major breakthroughs for RCB after good start from RR

The IPL 2024 Eliminator witnessed a thrilling clash between the Rajasthan Royals (RR) and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), as both teams vied for a spot in the coveted Qualifier 2 against the Sunrisers Hyderabad. Skipper Sanju Samson’s decision to bowl first, aiming to exploit the dew factor, set the stage for an intense encounter.

Early Momentum: RR’s Strong Start

A brisk start by RR, posting 47/1 at a rate of 7.83 runs per over.

• Swapnil Singh’s economical over.
• Cameron Green’s dropped chance off Mayank Dayal.
• Yashasvi Jaiswal’s flurry of boundaries off Dayal’s bowling.
• Maxwell’s missed opportunity to dismiss Tom Kohler-Cadmore.
• Adam Ferguson’s breakthrough, dismissing Tom Kohler-Cadmore.

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Key Moments in RR’s Innings

Sanju Samson’s fortunate escape as a run-out opportunity is missed due to a lack of awareness from the bowler. Samson receives a lifeline as a run-out opportunity is missed due to a lack of awareness from the bowler. Jaiswal survives a scare as RCB claims an edge, leading to a successful review.

Samson tossed up and wide, driven powerfully to the right of sweeper cover. Good pick-up and throw from Swapnil Singh, restricts it to just a single. Samson wanted a second and was sent back. He was pretty casual coming back and had a look back towards Jaiswal before even grounding his bat. The ball was in Karn Sharma’s hand then. A chance of a run out missed.

However, in the first ball of 11th over, RR faces a setback as skipper Sanju Samson is stumped by Karthik off Karn Sharma’s bowling. Samson’s dismissal marks a turning point in the match, shifting momentum in RCB’s favor.

Jaiswal’s Departure (Over 9)

Jaiswal’s innings comes to an end as he falls victim to Cameron Green’s delivery, caught behind by Karthik. Yashasvi Jaiswal’s dismissal after attempting a scoop, caught behind off Cameron Green. Riyan Parag takes the crease as the new batter for RR.

RCB’s Resurgence

RCB’s bowlers assert dominance, restricting RR’s scoring opportunities. RR’s score stands at 98/3 after the 11th over, indicating RCB’s resurgence in the match.

The IPL 2024 Eliminator between RR and RCB unfolds as a gripping contest, characterized by momentum swings and pivotal moments. While RR enjoyed a strong start, RCB’s disciplined bowling efforts and crucial breakthroughs tilted the scales in their favor. As the match progresses, RCB’s resurgence poses a formidable challenge to RR’s ba