NEW DELHI: Rajat Patidar's aggressive half-century and exceptional bowling display propelled
Royal Challengers Bengaluru
to their fifth consecutive victory, significantly bolstering their playoff aspirations with a commanding 47-run triumph over Delhi Capitals on Sunday.
RCB posted a challenging total of 187-9, with Cameron Green's unbeaten 32 off 24 balls playing a crucial role in their innings.
In reply, RCB bowlers dismantled Delhi Capitals' batting lineup, restricting them to 140 runs in 19.1 overs at their home ground, M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
With this remarkable win, RCB have jumped to fifth place in the standings, igniting hope for a late charge towards playoff qualification.
However, securing victory in their final league match and relying on other favorable outcomes will be crucial for their chances of breaking into the top four.
Following the conclusion of the match, players and support staff from both teams exchanged handshakes as a customary sign of sportsmanship.
When it was
Sourav Ganguly
's turn, the Director of Cricket for Delhi Capitals, to shake hands with
Virat Kohli
, the former Indian captain showed his respect by removing his cap, a gesture that resonated deeply with fans across social media platforms.
Kohli is the leading run-getter in this season with 661 runs including one century and five half centuries.
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