Faf du Plessis Throws Siraj And Co Under The Bus: RCB Captain Always On Backfoot After…

The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) faced their fifth loss in six matches on Thursday, putting extra pressure on their batters to score over 200 runs each time. Faf du Plessis, speaking after the team’s seven-wicket loss to Mumbai Indians, emphasized the need for pushing for at least 200 runs in their innings due to limitations in their bowling arsenal. He mentioned that the team often feels on the back foot after the first four overs.

Du Plessis also highlighted the impact of dew on the game, stating that the wet conditions played a significant role in the second innings. He believed that RCB fell short of a winning score and acknowledged that the dew factor had been a crucial consideration before the match. Additionally, he credited Mumbai Indians for capitalizing on the mistakes made by RCB’s bowlers and the challenging conditions.

When asked about Jasprit Bumrah’s impressive performance, Du Plessis acknowledged Bumrah’s variety and the pressure he puts on the opposition. He praised Bumrah’s ability to take wickets while being defensive and noted the impact of his exceptional skills on the game. Mumbai Indians’ winning captain, Hardik Pandya, expressed his admiration for Bumrah’s consistent performance and emphasized the value he brings to the team.

Pandya also praised Suryakumar Yadav for his crucial 52-run contribution off just 19 balls, which helped MI in their pursuit of the 197-run target. Overall, the post-match comments from both Du Plessis and Pandya reflected the challenging dynamics of the game, the significance of individual performances, and the impact of various factors such as dew on the outcome of the match.