IPL 2024 Highlights, RR vs DC Match 9: With Rajasthan Royals securing another win, the trend of home domination in IPL 2024 continues. This is the ninth match in the tournament where the home team has won.
The star player for Rajasthan has to be Riyan Parag who scored an unbeaten 84 runs. His 25 runs off the last over proved to be deadly for Delhi Capitals. Royals’ efforts were also fuelled by R Ashwin, Avesh Khan, Yuzvendra Chahal and Nandre Burger, among others. This is the second win for the Royals in the tournament, while Delhi are yet to open their account.
Rajasthan commenced their campaign with a victory over the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on March 24, whereas Delhi faced a defeat against the Punjab Kings (PBKS) on March 23. As per the points table, Rajasthan currently hold the second position with four points, while Delhi occupies the eighth position, yet to open their account.
Match EndedIndian Premier League, 2024
Rajasthan Royals
185/5 (20.0)
Delhi Capitals
173/5 (20.0)
Match Ended ( Day – Match 9 )
Rajasthan Royals beat Delhi Capitals by 12 runs
In the past five matches between these two teams, RR emerged victorious thrice, while DC secured two wins.
Rajasthan Royals vs Delhi Capitals Live Updates
RR vs DC Live Updates: Royals after 12 overs
At the end of 12 overs, Rajasthan Royals stand at 77-3. All hopes are now riding on Ashwin’s shoulders who has been hitting some big shots.
RR vs DC Live Updates: Ashwin razing through DC
Ashwin has reprised Rajasthan’s hope as he hits three sixes.
RR vs DC Live Updates: Ashwin hits, crowd cheers
Ashwin has hit yet another six. The crowd can be seen cheering for the home team after they lose three wickets.
RR vs DC Live Updates: SIX!
Ravichandran Aswhin has hit the first six of the tournament.
RR vs DC Live Updates: 50 comes up for RR
Rajasthan Royals have finally reached the 50 mark after 9.3 overs. So far the team has lost three wickets.
RR vs DC Live Updates: Third wicket!
Buttler walks back to camp after the umpire reverses his decision following a DRS review from the Capitals. Kuldeep Yadav claims the wicket.
RR vs DC Live Updates: After 7 over, RR at 35-2
Rajasthan Royals have managed to secure 35 runs off the first seven overs. The team has lost Jaiswal and Samson’s wicket early in the game.
RR vs DC Live Updates: Khaleel gives Royals a hard time
Khaleel is giving Royals a very very hard time. So far, he has taken one wicket and given away just nine runs.
RR vs DC Live Updates: Rajasthan lose Samson
Rajasthan Royals have lost their second wicket. On Khaleel’s delivery, Samson ended up getting caught behind the wicket by Pant.
RR vs DC Live Updates: A hat-trick!
Samson has taken the matter into his own hands as he hits a hat-trick of fours.
RR vs DC Live Updates: Picking up pace
RR are finally picking up pace as Samson hits two balls for back-to-back fours.
RR vs DC Live Updates: Royals struggle
The Delhi Capitals have successfully managed to contain Royals’ strategy as the latter are finding it difficult to hit quick runs. So far Royals have scored 11 runs in 2.5 overs.
RR vs DC Live Updates: OUT!
Mukesh Kumar clears Jaiswal’s wicket in the second over. Jaiswal walks back to pavilion after scoring five runs. Sanju Samson takes his place on the crease.
RR vs DC Live Updates: FOUR!
Great timing by Jaiswal and he hits it for a four. This is the first boundary for the Royals
RR vs DC Live Updates: Good start for Capitals
Khaleel has given the Capitals a pretty good start. Royals managed to score just four runs of which none came from a boundary.
RR vs DC Live Updates: Royals try to find boundary
The Royals are trying to steal a boundary in the first over from Khaleel. The first deliveries by Khaleel have been very economical.
RR vs DC Live Updates: Royals take the stage
Jos Buttler and Yashasvi Jaiswal are now on field to open for Rajasthan Royals. Khaleel Ahmed will be bowling the first over for Delhi Capitals.
Pant will be playing his 100th match for Delhi Capitals today. He is the only DC player to achieve this feat.
In an interaction before the match, Rishabh Pant said he is happy to be alive. Pant met an accident in December 2022 in which he sustained serious injuries.
RR vs DC Live Updates: Royals' playing 11
Jos Buttler, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (C & WK), Riyan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel, Ravichandran Aswhin, Trent Boult, Sandeep Sharma, Avesh Khan, Yuzvendra Chahal.
RR vs DC Live Updates: Capitals' playing 11
David Warner, Mitchell Marsh, Ricky Bhui, Rishabh Pant (C/WK), Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel, Sumit Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, Anrich Nortje, Khaleel Ahmed.
RR vs DC Live Updates: Who won the toss?
Delhi Capitals captain Rishabh Pant won the toss and opted to bowl first. Sanju Samson said he would have picked to bowl first had he won the toss.
RR vs DC Live Updates: Pitch report
In terms of pitch conditions, statistics reveal that out of the 53 games played at this venue, 34 have been won by the team chasing. However, it’s worth noting that the Royals secured victory in the first game at this ground during IPL 2024, batting first. Generally, this venue is renowned for its high-scoring matches, indicating that both teams might have ample opportunities to put up substantial totals.
RR vs DC Live Updates: Predicted playing 11
Delhi Capitals Predicted 11: David Warner, Prithvi Shaw, Mitchell Marsh, Rishabh Pant (C/WK), Tristan Stubbs, Abhishek Porel, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, Anrich Nortje, Khaleel Ahmed
Rajasthan Royals Predicted 11: Jos Buttler, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (C & WK), Riyan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel, Ravichandran Aswhin, Trent Boult, Sandeep Sharma, Avesh Khan, Yuzvendra Chahal
RR vs DC Live Updates: Toss at 7
We are moments away from the toss, which will take place at 7 pm.
RR vs DC Live Updates: Last five encounters
In the last five RR vs DC matches, the Royals have won three matches while Capitals tasted victory in two.
RR vs DC Live Updates: The greatest comeback story
Looking at Pant’s return and the dedication he has for the game one can truly say his is the greatest comeback story.
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆
— BCCI (@BCCI) March 16, 2024
In Part 2 of the #MiracleMan, we bring you insights from @RishabhPant17's road to recovery, where determination and perseverance ultimately triumph.
From intense rehabilitation sessions, training regime, and nutrition – the… pic.twitter.com/83YZExqkIa
RR vs DC Live Updates: IPL 2024 full schedule
Rajasthan Royals vs Delhi Capitals is the ninth match of the tournament. Earlier this month, BCCI released the full schedule of IPL 2024. The final will be held in Chennai.
Take a look at the full schedule here
The wait is finally over! 😍
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RR vs DC Live Updates: Pant’s comeback
This is the second match for DC captain Rishabh Pant post his comeback to competitive cricket.
Thanku god and every one. Happy to be back in field. Yes didn’t get the result we wanted but will keep improving day by day and give 100 percent commitment and effort. Loved being on the field. 🫡👍🤞🏻🤞🏻 https://t.co/Hoo1Q8F1F7
— Rishabh Pant (@RishabhPant17) March 23, 2024
RR vs DC Live Updates: DC’s new hero!
Introducing @DelhiCapitals' new hero: Abishek Porel 😎
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) March 28, 2024
From the story behind wicketkeeping to learning from the legends of the game 👏👏
WATCH his journey so far 🎥🔽 #TATAIPL | #RRvDC pic.twitter.com/23AZWBkx8e