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IPL 2022, RR vs RCB, Qualifier 2: Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Faf du Plessis says first six overs felt like Test cricket

Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Faf du Plessis said that the first six overs during the Qualifier 2 match against Rajasthan Royals, felt like 'Test cricket' to him. Jos Buttler's unbeaten 106, his fourth ton of the season, powered Rajasthan Royals to a comprehensive seven-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Qualifier-2 here at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Friday. "When we walked off the field, we felt were a few short. Was challenging the first 3-4 overs, was movement. Felt 180 was a par score on that pitch. First six overs felt like Test cricket. Compared to the other wickets, this one was quicker off the new ball, and then it eased off later in the innings," said du Plessis in a post-match presentation.

IPL 2022, RR vs RCB, Qualifier 2: Strategy to pick seasoned players for first XI has paid off, says Kumar Sangakkara

Kumar Sangakkara on Friday after Rajasthan Royals reached their first IPL final since 2008. Royals beat Royal Challengers Bangalore by seven wickets to have a shot at a second IPL title. "At the auction table, we spent 90-95% of our purse on putting together our first XI. We worked hard on data to work on the players we wanted. We put emphasis on experience at the moment. We have a spattering of youngsters who will become stars later, but our first XI has a strong share of seasoned internationals. "Full credit to Giles Lindsay, our analyst, Zubin Barucha and the rest of the staff. Wins don't just happen. It takes a lot of planning, hard work, execution on the field," said Sangakkara after the game.

"...In History Of IPL": Kumar Sangakkara's Big Statement On Jos Buttler's Performance In IPL 2022

Rajasthan Royals opening batter was at his blistering best against Royal Challengers Bangalore in Qualifier 2 of the ongoing IPL 2022 at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Friday. The right-handed batter went on to play an unbeaten knock of 106 to help Rajasthan chase down 158 with seven wickets in hand and 11 balls to spare. As a result of this win, Rajasthan booked their place in the IPL 2022 final where they will take on Gujarat Titans on Sunday at the same venue.

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IPL 2022, RR vs RCB, Qualifier 2: Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Faf du Plessis says first six overs felt like Test cricket

IPL 2022, RR vs RCB, Qualifier 2: Strategy to pick seasoned players for first XI has paid off, says Kumar Sangakkara

"...In History Of IPL": Kumar Sangakkara's Big Statement On Jos Buttler's Performance In IPL 2022

Brennan Johnson on being labelled 'the future of Welsh football'

Brook in the runs yet again as Roses clash ends in thrilling tie

Harry Brook denied at the death as Lancashire snatch tie in Roses clash

Buttler ton powers Rajasthan into IPL final over Faf's Bangalore

Buttler's record-equalling hundred takes Rajasthan into IPL final