Match No 9 RCB vs KKR scorecard:
Match No 9 RCB vs KKR 6 April 2023, Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Toss:
TATA IPL 2023 match # 9 RCB vs KKR 6 April 2023, Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) won the toss and elected to bowl first against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). This time RCB started the IPL with his brilliant win and on the other hand, KKR lost his first match and started his tournament.
Playing Xl of both teams:
Royal Challengers Bangalore Playing Xl:
Virat Kohli
Faf du Plessis (c)
Dinesh Karthik †
Glenn Maxwell
Michael Bracewell
Shahbaz Ahmed
Harshal Patel
David Willey
Akash Deep
Mohammed Siraj
Karn Sharma
Kolkata Knight Riders Playing Xl:
Mandeep Singh
Rahmanullah Gurbaz(w)
Venkatesh Iyer
Nitish Rana(c)
Rinku Singh
Andre Russell
Shardul Thakur
Sunil Narine
Tim Southee
Umesh Yadav
Varun Chakaravarthy
First Inning:
RCB Batting Card:
| Batters | R | B | 4s | 6s | S/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz(w) | 57 | 44 | 6 | 3 | 129.5 |
| Venkatesh Iyer | 3 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 42.85 |
| Mandeep Singh | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 00.0 |
| Nitish Rana(c) | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 20.0 |
| Rinku Singh | 46 | 33 | 2 | 3 | 139.3 |
| Andre Russell | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 00.0 |
| Shardul Thakur | 68 | 29 | 9 | 3 | 234.4 |
| Sunil Narine | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 00.0 |
| Umesh Yadav | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 300.0 |
Extras: 23(b 4, lb 6, nb 3, w 10)
Total Runs: 204/7 (20 overs)
Did not bat: Tim Southee, Varun Chakaravarthy
KKR bowling Card:
| Bowler | M | O | W | R | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammed Siraj | 0 | 4 | 1 | 44 | 11.0 |
| David Willey | 1 | 4 | 2 | 16 | 4.0 |
| Akash Deep | 0 | 2 | 0 | 30 | 15.0 |
| Michael Bracewell | 0 | 3 | 1 | 34 | 11.3 |
| Shahbaz Ahmed | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 6.0 |
| Karn Sharma | 0 | 3 | 2 | 26 | 8.6 |
| Harshal Patel | 0 | 3 | 1 | 38 | 12.6 |
Second Inning:
KKR Batting Card:
| Batters | R | B | 4s | 6s | S/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | 21 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 116.6 |
| Faf du Plessis © | 23 | 12 | 2 | 2 | 191.6 |
| Michael Bracewell | 19 | 18 | 1 | 1 | 105.5 |
| Glenn Maxwell | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 71.4 |
| Harshal Patel | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 00.0 |
| Shahbaz Ahmed | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 20.0 |
| Dinesh Karthik † | 9 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 112.5 |
| Anuj Rawat | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 20.0 |
| David Willey* | 20 | 20 | 2 | 0 | 100.0 |
| Karn Sharma | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 33.3 |
| Akash Deep | 17 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 212.5 |
Extras: 6 (b 4, lb 1, w 1)
Total Runs: 123/10
RCB bowling Card:
| Toss | RCB won the toss, elected to bowl first |
| Series | IPL |
| Season | 2023 |
| Player of the match | Shardul Thakur |
| Match day | 6 April 2023 night (20 overs) |
| Umpires | Vinod Seshan, Virender Sharma |
| TV Umpires | Jayaraman Madanagopal |
| Match Referee | Shakti Singh |
| Points | KKR 2, RCB 0 |
| Venue | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| Match Results | KKR won by 81 runs |
Conclusion:
In a high-stakes encounter at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) put up a commanding performance against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Winning the toss and choosing to bowl first, RCB’s decision proved effective as they restricted KKR to 123/10 in the second inning.
RCB’s batting fireworks, led by Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis, resulted in a formidable total of 204/7 in the first inning. The duo’s partnership set the tone for an imposing score, supplemented by contributions from Glenn Maxwell and Shahbaz Ahmed.
The RCB bowlers, particularly Harshal Patel and Mohammed Siraj, wreaked havoc in KKR’s batting lineup during the second inning, ensuring a comfortable victory for Royal Challengers Bangalore. This win propels RCB further ahead in the TATA IPL 2023, while KKR faces an uphill task to recover from consecutive losses.
FAQs:
Who won the toss in the RCB vs KKR match?
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) won the toss and elected to bowl first against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).
What was the total score of RCB in the first inning?
RCB posted a commanding total of 204/7 in their first inning.
Who were the top performers in RCB’s batting lineup?
Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis were the top performers in RCB’s batting lineup, setting the stage for a formidable score.
How did KKR fare in their second inning?
KKR struggled in their second inning, managing a total of 123/10, with the RCB bowlers dominating the proceedings.
Which RCB bowlers were standout performers in the match?
Harshal Patel and Mohammed Siraj were standout performers in the RCB bowling lineup, playing a crucial role in restricting KKR’s total in the second inning.
