In a thrilling IPL 2024 match, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) defeated Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 27 runs, securing their spot in the playoffs and eliminating CSK from contention. The match took place at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, marking RCB’s sixth consecutive victory, which enabled them to join Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, and Sunrisers Hyderabad in the top four.
RCB set a challenging target of 202 runs for CSK. Despite CSK’s efforts, they fell short, finishing at 191/7 in their 20 overs. The final over was tense, with CSK needing 17 runs to win. Dhoni hit a six off the first ball but was then caught on the boundary. Shardul Thakur and Ravindra Jadeja could not score the necessary runs, with Jadeja missing the last two deliveries, sealing CSK’s defeat.
Earlier in the match, CSK’s chase got off to a rocky start. Ruturaj Gaikwad was dismissed for a duck on the first ball by Glenn Maxwell. Despite some resistance from other batsmen, CSK kept losing wickets at regular intervals. Ajinkya Rahane and Daryl Mitchell tried to steady the innings but could not sustain their momentum. Rahane hit a six but was soon out, and CSK struggled to build partnerships.
RCB’s bowlers, particularly Siraj and Maxwell, kept the pressure on CSK. Mitchell Santner was caught spectacularly by Faf du Plessis off Siraj’s bowling, and Shivam Dube’s dismissal at deep midwicket was another significant blow for CSK. Jadeja and Dhoni added some late fireworks, but it wasn’t enough to overcome RCB’s total.
In the first innings, RCB’s batting was impressive. Rajat Patidar played a crucial role, hitting multiple sixes and fours, scoring 41 off 23 balls. Cameron Green also contributed with powerful hits, benefiting from a dropped catch by Gaikwad. Glenn Maxwell provided a quickfire start, and despite some tight bowling from CSK, RCB managed to post a formidable total.
The game saw several noteworthy moments, including Dhoni’s acrobatic catch to dismiss Maxwell and some effective bowling from Tushar Deshpande and Shardul Thakur. However, CSK’s efforts were ultimately in vain, as RCB’s all-round performance secured their victory and a playoff berth. The match was a thrilling encounter, highlighting the intensity and excitement of the IPL season.
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) fans erupted in joy after their team clinched a crucial victory against Chennai Super Kings (CSK), securing a spot in the playoffs. The thrilling match saw RCB achieving a significant win, much to the delight of their supporters. Social media platforms buzzed with excitement as fans celebrated this pivotal triumph.
The victory not only ensured RCB’s progression but also solidified their reputation as a formidable team this season. Fans shared their optimistic views, believing this win could be a turning point leading to RCB’s first IPL title. Hashtags supporting RCB trended, and celebratory messages flooded in from all corners. The victory against CSK has reinvigorated RCB’s fan base, with renewed hopes and heightened anticipation for the upcoming playoff matches.
All-round show helped RCB win against CSK
Well Played Boyyyyyy's
— KingOATπ (@Venom36009658) May 18, 2024
Winning 6 Matchs Continuesly in Troat is not an Easy Go to Qualify into Playoff….!π₯
Congratulations RCBπ«#RCBvsCSK #Viratkohli #abhishekmalhan #abhiya pic.twitter.com/bUbIo4hvzH
Only True Virat Kohli and RCB fans won't pass this tweet without liking it.β₯β₯β₯#RCBvsCSK #ViratKohli pic.twitter.com/z2I1AmUrHf
— π§’1β£0β£ (@CapXSid) May 18, 2024
This win is bigger than IPL trophy for RCB fans π₯Ή
— π§’1β£0β£ (@CapXSid) May 18, 2024
Congratulations RCB π₯³ #RCBvsCSK #Bengaluru pic.twitter.com/onZBR2GyMs pic.twitter.com/b9rmcWo29F
Church street right now in Bengaluru!
— Navneeth Krishna (@navkrish55) May 18, 2024
UNREAL FANDOM! β€οΈπ@RCBTweets #RCBvsCSK pic.twitter.com/dqJ8VYeDTw
From 1% to 100%
— thunder β‘ (@patel_Hardik_0) May 18, 2024
"Congratulations RCB"
The thing is they didn't just go on a win streak they also revived their nnr from -1.05 to 0.46 which helped them to qualify #RCBvsCSK pic.twitter.com/gVaD2c97tk
No RCB fan will pass without liking this. β₯οΈ
— A K (@TheDragonking01) May 18, 2024
King Kohli | RCB vs CSK | CSK and RCB#RCBvsCSK #ViratKohliπ΅ CHINNASWAMY STADIUM
CONGRATULATIONS RCBpic.twitter.com/ekJwCz1Vx9 pic.twitter.com/zpDZO3QUSq
From the last position to playoffs, just like faf: #RCBvsCSKpic.twitter.com/RdeTPb2mgf
— Himanshu Pareek (@Sports_Himanshu) May 18, 2024
Yeh banda deserve karta hai #Viratkohli #RCBvsCSK #Bengaluru pic.twitter.com/PV1EJEWCur
— Samii. (@samii_tweets07) May 18, 2024
Humari yeh choti choti khushiyan
— pimiπ« (@pimi0813) May 18, 2024
Tum nhi samjhoge π₯Ήπ§Ώπ₯²
Congratulations RCB β₯οΈππ₯°#ViratKohli #RCBvsCSK pic.twitter.com/z3cAnQaWWM
Love to stay on X for next 3 days! Superb feeling man! Will take back the last tweet, trophy, or no tribute nobody gets to experience such dopamine rush #RCBvsCSK
— Dr Kavya Kempanna (@drgraces_secret) May 18, 2024
This RCB comeback is right up there with MI's Greatest Comeback in IPL History in 2014.
— FPL Bruno (@FPL_Bruno_8) May 18, 2024
1 Win in the first 7 matches, to then win 6 on the trot..Marvelous stuff.#RCBvsCSK
Cry more bro πππΉπΉ#RCBvsCSK https://t.co/05FhsAYAD1
— Akarsh Rinku (@binduAGmailK35) May 18, 2024
If RCB wins IPL trophy Rahul Gandhi will become Prime minister#RCBvsCSK
— Arvind Sonrish | XiZi (@_xi_zi_) May 18, 2024
MS Dhoni's last run in cricket is a 110 metre six out of the ground in the last over of a knockout match, that's as poetic an ending as one could hope for.#MSDhoni #RCBvsCSK #IPL2024 pic.twitter.com/CZmG0UksJl
— Rudhra Nandu (@rudhranandu) May 18, 2024
Even with a chance of rain and winning odds as low as 1%, no fan will ever abandon hope of victory. That's the faith we fans place in King Kohli and RCB.#RCBvsCSK #ViratKohli @RCBTweets @imVkohli
— Fazy Photography (@Fazy1491) May 18, 2024
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#RCBvsCSK Congratulations RCB
— βΏββ‘β¬β’β (Yoo Yoo) ππ (@asliyooyoo) May 18, 2024
RCB Qualified πππ
π― Ea sala cup namde @RCBTweets #Rcb β€οΈ#Viratkohli #KingKohli#Ipl2024 #Playoff #CSKvsRCB pic.twitter.com/pSJT4dZEHQ
What a turnaround. What a King comeback @RCBTweets β€οΈππ»
— Amitesh Aaryan (@AmiteshAaryan) May 18, 2024
Thank you @ChennaiIPL π¦π
Thank you @imjadeja βοΈ
Thank you MSD @msdhoni πππ»#RCBvsCSK #CricketTwitter
From 1% to 100%
— krishna (@LAXNAN_09) May 18, 2024
"Congratulations RCB"
The thing is they didn't just go on a win streak they also revived their nnr from -1.05 to 0.46 which helped them to qualify #RCBvsCSK #Bengaluru #yesdyal#Rcbfan #ViratKohli #MSDhoni #Maxwell #Formula2 pic.twitter.com/1wkinshK0i
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