New Delhi. Thanks to an unbeaten century by the new ‘Prince’ of the Indian team, Shubman Gill, Gujarat defeated Bangalore by 6 wickets. With this defeat, RCB’s journey in IPL (IPL 2023) ended. At the same time, Mumbai Indians qualified for the playoffs. In the last league match, Royal Challengers Bangalore scored 197 runs batting first. Kohli scored a brilliant unbeaten century.
After winning the toss, Gujarat Titans (RCB vs GT) captain Hardik Pandya decided to bowl first. Batting first, RCB scored 197 runs at the loss of 5 wickets. Kohli played an unbeaten 101-run innings. Du Plessis contributed 28 runs. Bracewell scored 26 and Anuj Rawat scored 23 not out. Noor Ahmed got two wickets.
Century partnership between Gill and Shankar
Chasing the target of 198 runs, Gujarat lost the first wicket early. Saha got out after scoring 12 runs. After this, Gill shared a century partnership with Vijay Shankar and laid the foundation for the victory. Vijay Shankar got out after scoring 53 runs. Gill scored his second consecutive IPL century this season while remaining unbeaten. Gill scored 104 not out. Mohammad Siraj got two wickets.
Mumbai Indians reached the playoffs
It was a must-win match for RCB, but Gujarat dashed their hopes. RCB’s dream of winning the title from 15 remained incomplete once again. With the defeat of RCB, Mumbai Indians reached the playoffs. Mumbai will take on Lucknow Supergiants on May 24. At the same time, in the first qualifier match, Gujarat Titans will face each other from Chennai Super Kings on 23 May.