Royal Challengers Bengaluru have shown the ability to perform when it matters most, said former Australian all-rounder Tom Moody after their fifth consecutive IPL win. Lingering at the bottom of the points table for 10 days, Faf du Plessis and company have found their mojo back. The winning streak gave them a fighting chance to reach the knockout stage. “Once again, RCB have demonstrated their ability to deliver when it counts, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting encounter between the two teams,” said Moody on Star Sports.
They will face MS Dhoni’s Chennai Super Kings, who are also vying for a place in the playoffs, in their final league game at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday.
“He’s an icon for the entire IPL, really. You have two colossal names in cricket here in India and in world cricket – Dhoni and Kohli.
“Both are dominant figures, leaving a huge legacy wherever they are. And the interesting thing is that anything can still happen at this table.” Barring Kolkata Kinght Riders, who have already qualified, as many as seven teams are still in contention for a place in the playoffs.
“After the weekend I was assuming that some results would fall the way they were supposed to fall and then we will have a clear idea of who will finish in the top four.
“However, it’s still anyone’s game. Any team can secure a spot in the coveted top four,” said Moody.
After a quiet start to the season, RCB batsman Rajat Patidar has found his groove, scoring five goals in the last seven innings at a brisk pace.
“Skating, in particular, has been a revelation in the last five or six games, scoring several half-centuries of quick play.
“His aggressive approach has consistently put pressure on the opponents’ bowling attack, making it incredibly challenging for them to get back into the competition,” added Moody.
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