IPL 2022 Qualifier 2: RR Defeated RCB by 7 Wickets

By S. Sinha May 27, 2022

Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bangalore locked horns in the 2nd qualifier match of IPL 2022 at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

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Having won the toss, Rajasthan Royals (RR) elected to field against their opponent Royal Challengers (RCB).

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Rajat Patidar was the top scorer for RCB, making 58 off 42 balls with 4 fours and 3 sixes. Faf du Plessis made 25 off 27 balls.

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After losing 8 wickets in 20 overs, RCB set a target of 158 runs for RR.

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Rajasthan Royals defeated RCB by 7 Wickets, securing their spot for the final match scheduled to be held on Sunday (May 29).

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Jos Butler (not out) scored 106 off 60 balls with 10 fours and 6 sixes. Sanju Samson made 23 off 21 balls 1 four and 2 sixes.

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