The 30th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 between Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) turned out to be one of the most exhilarating encounters in the tournament, brimming with unforgettable moments that left fans on the edge of their seats. SRH, with their formidable batting display, etched their names in the annals of IPL records by posting the highest-ever total in the tournament’s history, thanks to stellar performances from Travis Head and Heinrich Klaasen. However, amidst the fireworks of SRH’s batting prowess, it was Mayank Markande‘s magical delivery that stole the limelight, leaving none other than Virat Kohli himself utterly clueless.
SRH’s record-breaking batting display
The stage was set for a monumental clash as SRH took to the crease first, setting a daunting target of 287/3. Head’s scintillating century (102 runs) illuminated the stadium, supported ably by Abhishek Sharma‘s crucial knock of 67 and Klaasen’s contribution of 34 runs. The electrifying display of batting prowess was further fueled by Abdul Samad‘s explosive cameo of 37 runs off just 10 deliveries, propelling SRH to a record-breaking total that sent shockwaves across the cricketing world.
RCB’s chase and the Virat Kohli-Mayank Markande moment
RCB commenced their chase with gusto, with Kohli and Faf du Plessis laying a solid foundation. However, the momentum took a dramatic turn when Markande, with his bag of tricks, delivered a mesmerizing googly that shattered Kohli’s stumps, leaving the RCB skipper in disbelief.
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Markande’s magical delivery leaves Kohli clueless
The moment unfolded in the seventh over as Kohli, renowned for his impeccable batting prowess, fell victim to Markande’s guile. The leg-spinner’s cunningly disguised googly bamboozled Kohli, who failed to read the flight of the ball, resulting in his dismissal with the ball crashing into the middle and leg stump. Markande’s jubilant roar echoed through the stadium, a testament to the strategic brilliance that outwitted one of the cricketing giants.
Here’s the video:
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Kohli’s frustration after being castled
As Kohli trudged off the field, his frustration was palpable, evident in the forceful impact of his bat against his pad. The disappointment of misreading the line was etched on his face, a rare sight for fans accustomed to witnessing his mastery with the willow.
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