RCB Captain Faf du Plessis Throws Siraj And Co Under The Bus

The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) faced their fifth loss in six matches, putting added pressure on their batters to consistently score over 200 runs. According to Du Plessis, the team needs to push for the 200-run mark due to the limited options in their bowling lineup. He emphasized the importance of gaining an early advantage by getting the opposition two or three down in the powerplay.

The effect of the dew in the second innings was also acknowledged, with Du Plessis noting that RCB fell short of a winning score and expressing the challenge of playing in wet conditions. Du Plessis highlighted the significance of the dew and the need for a higher target score of 215-220. He credited Mumbai Indians for capitalizing on the conditions and praised their performance.

Jasprit Bumrah’s exceptional last spell, where he took four wickets, was particularly acknowledged by Du Plessis, who commended Bumrah’s versatility and impact on the game. The winning captain, Hardik Pandya, expressed his admiration for Bumrah’s consistent performance and the impact he has on the game. Pandya also praised Suryakumar Yadav for his quick 52 off just 19 balls, highlighting his ability to adapt to the game’s demands and make the pursuit of the 197-run target easier for Mumbai Indians.