In a dramatic turn of events, Gujarat Titans (GT) displayed remarkable resilience with the bat, overcoming an initial setback to post a formidable total against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the IPL 2024 clash. Despite losing their openers within the first seven overs, GT’s decision to promote Shahrukh Khan to No. 4 proved to be a masterstroke.
Shahrukh Khan, along with Sai Sudharsan, steadied the innings and thwarted RCB’s spinners, unleashing a flurry of boundaries in the middle overs. The turning point came when RCB’s Mohammed Siraj unleashed a breathtaking reverse-swinging yorker to dismiss Shahrukh Khan.
However, Sai Sudharsan continued his onslaught, while David Miller attempted to accelerate but fell short. Despite the challenging conditions, GT managed to reach the imposing total of 200, setting a daunting target for RCB on a pitch expected to remain consistent throughout the match.
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During the chase, RCB faced an uphill battle, requiring 53 runs off the final six overs. With nine wickets in hand, Will Jacks and Virat Kohli appeared poised to secure victory for their team. However, Jacks, who was batting aggressively, achieved a remarkable milestone, completing his century in just 41 balls. His explosive innings, comprising a flurry of boundaries and sixes, completely shifted the momentum in RCB’s favour, propelling them towards an unlikely victory.
Chase complete with 4 overs to spare 🤯
When there is a way, 𝐖𝐈𝐋𝐋 gets you there faster 💥#TATAIPL #IPLonJioCinema #GTvRCB pic.twitter.com/bCqc2KoTJY
— JioCinema (@JioCinema) April 28, 2024
Meanwhile, in the earlier stages of the game, RCB’s decision to field first paid dividends, as Swapnil Singh struck early to dismiss Wriddhiman Saha. Despite the setback, GT remained determined to post a competitive total, with Shubman Gill’s innings reflecting both the promise and the unpredictable nature of cricket.
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Following Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s impressive 9-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans in IPL 2024, Twitter exploded with reactions from fans. The Faf du Plessis-led team’s stellar display with both bat and ball earned them praise, with fans expressing joy and admiration for their dominant performance. Here are some of the notable reactions:
#ViratKohli, the chase master, proves his consistency again! This is the 7th time in the IPL he has scored 500+ runs in a season. #GTvsRCB
— Yusuf Pathan (@iamyusufpathan) April 28, 2024
Celebrates someone else’s success like Virat Kohli does.
A total sport, a team man.#GTvsRCB #ViratKohli𓃵 pic.twitter.com/ukOo1QSZNm
— Broken Cricket Dreams Cricket Blog (@cricket_broken) April 28, 2024
From 16(16) to 100(41) 😱😱😱
– Will Jacks, You are the real Hitman 😍#GTvsRCB pic.twitter.com/Q1VifZGjAj
— Virat de Villiers (@imVKohli83) April 28, 2024
HUNDRED FOR WILL JACKS!
He went on an absolute rampage to reach the milestone. Supreme batting as the Englishman shows what the team has been missing when he’s been out of the side.#GTvsRCB
— CricBlog ✍ (@cric_blog) April 28, 2024
We are witnessing the best version of Virat Kohli today! 😎🔥 #GTvsRCB
— Prathamesh Avachare (@onlyprathamesh) April 28, 2024
Virat Kohli casually recreating the IPL logo 🔥#GTvsRCB pic.twitter.com/RYW8TeeFSu
— Johns (@JohnyBravo183) April 28, 2024
KING KOHLI 👑 AND WILL JACKS IN GUJRAT 💥💥
RCB WON THE MATCH 🏏🏏#ViratKohli𓃵 #JACKS #GTvsRCB #RCBvsGT #CSKvsSRH pic.twitter.com/muRpkdk5E4
— Saurabh kumar (@Saurabhk0096) April 28, 2024
WILL JACKS Batting Today – 100 off 41 balls 🤯
Last 71 runs in just 19 balls 🤯#RCBvsGT #GTvsRCB pic.twitter.com/WNNpeynNKs
— Amit𝕏 (@AMITZZZ_) April 28, 2024
Will Mental Jacks 🔥🔥🔥#GTvsRCB pic.twitter.com/C5Hpffe1pL
— Prrranay (@SaiPranayVarma2) April 28, 2024
