Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) celebrated their return to the Chinnaswamy Stadium with a resounding win against Mumbai Indians in their first match of the Indian Premier League (IPL). It was a staggering bowling and batting performance from their end. The RCB fans got their every wish fulfilled as not only did the team win but they saw a special effort from Virat Kohli as well. Their performance in the first game could well be a hint of what will be on the offer for the whole tournament.
RCB thumps Mumbai Indians by 8-wicket in their opening encounter
The toss of the 5th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Mumbai Indians went in favour of Rohit Sharma, who opted to bowl. But after that nothing went their way as the home side was all over them be with it bat and ball.
Mohammed Siraj tested Mumbai openers Ishan Kishan and Rohit Sharma with the new ball and drew the first blood for his team as he removed the southpaw for just 10 runs. His fiery bowling spell was complimented well by Reece Topley, who removed dangerous Cameron Green for 5 runs, and Akash Deep, who sent Rohit packing for 1 run.
Suryakumar Yadav tried to bail his side out of trouble but was the victim of debutant Michael Bracewell, who removed him for 15 runs. It was Tilak Varma’s show after that as he played a gritty knock of unbeaten 84 runs. He was left unfazed by the wicket tumbling at the other end. Based on his knock and handy contributions from Nehal Wadhera (21) and Arshad Khan (15), MI posted a total of 171 runs. Karan Sharma was the pick of the bowlers as he took two wickets for 32 runs.
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Chasing the target, RCB openers Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis came out all guns blazing and smashed Mumbai Indians bowlers all over the park. They stitched 148 runs for the opening partnership with both racing to their fifties in a quick span of time. Although skipper was back in the hut after scoring 73 runs, Kohli remained unbeaten on 82 runs and guided his side home.
RCB celebrate their 8-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians in a grand way
Royal Challengers Bangalore marked their return to Chinnaswamy after 4 years in a grand way. Not only did they give fans everything to be cheer about, but they also celebrated staggeringly in their dressing room after the win. The official page of the franchise posted a video of the team celebrating the win.
In the video, the team can be seen singing the winning song in the dugout and also can be seen dancing and having fun. Skipper Faf du Plessis also was shot talking about the effort from his team. Here’s the video:
RCB will next take on Kolkata Knight Riders in their next match on Thursday (6th April) at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
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