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Twitter reactions: Sanju Samson’s stellar knock in vain as DC register victory over RR

Twitter Reactions: Sanju Samson’s Superb Knock Goes in Vain as DC Register Victory Over RR | IPL 2024

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In a highly competitive one Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 encounter, Delhi Capitals (DC) emerged victorious and secured a hard-fought victory against the Rajasthan Royals (RR) by 20 runs in Match 55 on Tuesday (May 7). Despite a valiant effort from Sanju Samsonwhose aggressive innings of 86 runs in 46 balls kept RR in the hunt, were unable to achieve DC’s challenging target.

Jake Fraser-McGurk and Ishan Porel lay the foundation for DC

DC began its innings with a dynamic display of powerful hitting led by Jake Fraser McGurkwho set the tone with a brilliant half century. Abhishek Porel complemented his partner’s aggressive approach with a well put together innings, anchoring the middle order with calculated shots. Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, DC managed to post an impressive score of 221/8 thanks to crucial contributions from Tristan Stubbs And Gulbadin Vice in the latter overs.

Ravichandran Ashwin’s sophisticated interpretation

With a daunting target of 222 runs, the Rajasthan Royals bowling unit faced a difficult task against the Capitals’ formidable batting line-up. Trent Boult and Sandeep Sharma provided early breakthroughs to stem the flow of runs, while Ravichandran Ashwin’s deft spin produced three crucial wickets in the middle overs. Despite their efforts, the Royals struggled to contain the Capitals’ aggressive attack and conceded a challenging score in the bottom of the inning.

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Sanju Samson’s heroics keep RR’s hopes alive

Chasing 222 runs, RR’s innings got off to a shaky start, losing early wickets to the pace duo of Khaleel Ahmed And Mukesh Kumar. If Butler and Samson tried to stabilize the innings with decisive hitting, but DC’s bowlers continued to apply pressure with disciplined lines and lengths. Despite a valiant performance from Samson who played a brilliant knock of 86 runs and contributions from Riyan Parag And Shubham DubeyRR fell short of their target and managed to reach 201/8 in their allotted 20 overs.

DC’s bowling unit holds its nerve despite Samson’s attack

DC’s bowling attack delivered a disciplined performance and restricted the Royals’ batting line-up with consistent line and length. Khaleel’s fiery spell brought crucial breakthroughs while Mukesh and Kuldeep Yadav provided valuable support with timely wickets. Rasikh Salam‘s impressive spell in the middle overs increased the pressure on RR and prevented them from building substantial partnerships.

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