Delhi Capitals’ win over Rajasthan Royals on Monday, April 22, did not match the drama of the night before, when Royal Challengers Bangalore sneaked a one-run win over Chennai Super Kings. But that isn’t to say it was a dull experience in Jaipur.
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On the contrary, there were plenty of points proven, with Ajinkya Rahane and Rishabh Pant leading the way. Throw in a couple of reaffirmations – Ben Stokes is overpriced, and Ashton Turner needs another format – and it was quite an evening.
What’s hot
Proving people wrong. Rahane had been in miserable form for Rajasthan this season, crossing 50 just once in nine innings. Under his captaincy, Rajasthan were poor, and late last week, he was sacked for Steve Smith, who promptly guided the team to victory against Mumbai Indians. His place in the side was in question: If Rahane isn’t captain and wasn’t in form, why is he playing?
At the time, Shane Warne thought he’d boast a bit. “I studied him a bit and then rang the Royals owners and said that they should get Turner as the kid was good,” Warne told IANS. A penny for his thoughts now?
Turner is a talented player, but he really just needs a break now. Rajasthan will do well to bench him for Liam Livingstone for their next clash.
What they said
‘Felt special when Sourav Sir lifted me’, Pant tells Prithvi
Advisor @SGanguly99 wanted the @DelhiCapitals youngsters to finish games, which happened in Jaipur! @RishabPant777 and @PrithviShaw relive the chase. By @Moulinparikh. #RRvDC
Full video ? – https://t.co/ucI6oYXieL pic.twitter.com/ifnMRzztBc
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 23, 2019
“I won’t lie that the thought wasn’t running through my mind.”
– Rishabh Pant concedes the World Cup snub affected him.
What they didn’t say
Oh yeahhh ??
What a knock, Ajju ? pic.twitter.com/bETLRwqm4H
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 22, 2019
“Here, Jinx, captaincy is yours again.”
– Steve Smith has had enough
What’s next
Chennai Super Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad. This could be a humdinger. Chennai need a win, after two straight losses. Hyderabad, on the back of consecutive wins, are once again hanging about near the top of the table.
