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IPL 2022 Final GT vs RR - "It's A Simple Game": Rashid Khan Reveals Bowling Masterplan In IPL Final

Hardik Pandya and his Gujarat Titans team produced a bowling masterclass in the IPL 2022 final to restrict Rajasthan Royals to a below par total of 130/9 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Rajasthan Royals captain Sanju Samson decided to bat after winning the toss but the decision didn't work in their favour as Gujarat, led from the front by Hardik's fine spell of 3/17, tightened the screws on the Royals and never allowed them to get away.

Twitter Blows Up After Hardik Pandya's Bowling Heroics In IPL Final vs Rajasthan Royals

Hardik Pandya led from the front in the IPL 2022 final against Rajasthan Royals, producing a stunning spell of bowling to put Gujarat Titans in the driver's seat. Having lost the toss, Gujarat Titans came under some early pressure with young Yashasvi Jaiswal chancing his arm. Jos Buttler and Sanju Samson then steadied RR before Hardik Pandya removed his counterpart. Buttler seemed to be headed for another big score but was stopped short in his tracks by Hardik. The Indian all-rounder then got another big fish in the form of Shimron Hetmyer to end with figures of three for 17 off his four overs.

Watch: Captain Fantastic Hardik Pandya's Sensational Spell In IPL Final

Having led Gujarat Titans to the Indian Premier League (IPL) final in their maiden season, Hardik Pandya put on a captain's display with the ball in the summit clash against Rajasthan Royals at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad as he got rid of their three biggest batters - Jos Buttler, Sanju Samson and Shimron Hetmyer. Samson and Buttler were rebuilding well for the Royals after the wicket of opener Yashasvi Jaiswal when Hardik came in to bowl the ninth over. With just his second delivery of the match, the Gujarat Titans skipper had his opposite number Samson caught out for 14 off 11 after he skied an attempted hoick.

IPL 2022 Final: Hardik Pandya and Sanju Samson Combine To Achieve A Massive First

The IPL 2022 final will get underway under three hours from now and it will be Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals that will square off at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Hardik Pandya and Sanju Samson have shown a calm head on their shoulders and led excellently on the field to take both these sides to the summit clash. These two teams had finished at the top two spots in the league stage, and in Qualifier 1, it was Gujarat who had gotten the better of Rajasthan.

IPL 2022: Shane Warne was the first 'royal'; Jos Buttler is the 'reigning royal', says Sanjay Manjrekar

Sanjay Manjrekar believes while the legendary Shane Warne was the first 'royal', Jos Buttler is the 'reigning royal' after the charismatic England cricketer smashed an unbeaten 106 off 60 balls to guide Rajasthan Royals to their second ever IPL final. Riding on a superb century by Buttler -- his first in a chase this season -- the Sanju Samson-led Royals defeated Royal Challengers Bangalore in Qualifier 2 by seven wickets on May 27 to set up a title clash with Gujarat Titans later on Sunday.

"Smash The Hell Out Of Gujarat...": Shoaib Akhtar On Why Rajasthan Royals Must Win Final For This Legend's Sake

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 final has pitted two of the most consistent teams in this edition against each other. Debutants Gujarat Titans have made it to the title clash in their maiden season while the inaugural 2008 IPL champions Rajasthan Royals are in their first final in 14 years. The Hardik Pandya-led Gujarat Titans had finished the league stage with the most number of wins - 10. The Sanju Samson-led Rajasthan Royals finished second with nine wins. The occasion is all the more special for RR management, as this year in March their first captain Shane Warne - who led the team to a triumph in 2008 - died due to a suspected heart attack.

Watch: How Trent Boult Made Young Fan's Day After RR's Victory Over RCB In IPL 2022 Qualifier 2

For the first time, Rajasthan Royals have entered the final of IPL since 2008 and the Sanju Samson-led side will be squaring off against Gujarat Titans in the summit clash on Sunday at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Jos Buttler was at his scintillating best as he played an unbeaten knock of 106 to help RR chase down 158 with seven wickets in hand and 11 balls to spare. After the win, the entire RR camp erupted in joy and now they would be looking to go one step ahead and win the trophy.

IPL 2022 Final: Here's Why Suresh Raina Thinks Gujarat Titans Have "Slight Edge" Over Rajasthan Royals

The IPL 2022 final will be played between Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday evening. Gujarat Titans defeated Rajasthan Royals in Qualifier 1, while the Sanju Samson-led side outclassed Royal Challengers Bangalore in Qualifier 2 to make their way to the summit clash. It would be interesting to see how both teams perform under high pressure in front of a jam-packed stadium.

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IPL 2022 Final GT vs RR - "It's A Simple Game": Rashid Khan Reveals Bowling Masterplan In IPL Final

Twitter Blows Up After Hardik Pandya's Bowling Heroics In IPL Final vs Rajasthan Royals

Watch: Captain Fantastic Hardik Pandya's Sensational Spell In IPL Final

IPL 2022 Final: Hardik Pandya and Sanju Samson Combine To Achieve A Massive First

IPL 2022: Shane Warne was the first 'royal'; Jos Buttler is the 'reigning royal', says Sanjay Manjrekar

"Smash The Hell Out Of Gujarat...": Shoaib Akhtar On Why Rajasthan Royals Must Win Final For This Legend's Sake

Watch: How Trent Boult Made Young Fan's Day After RR's Victory Over RCB In IPL 2022 Qualifier 2

IPL 2022 Final: Here's Why Suresh Raina Thinks Gujarat Titans Have "Slight Edge" Over Rajasthan Royals