Rajasthan Royals wrapped up their challenging Indian Premier League season with a six-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings, largely thanks to a standout performance from 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi. The young all-rounder top-scored with 57 off 37 balls, guiding the Royals to a successful run chase of 188 runs with 17 balls to spare. The victory came after a season of struggles, where Rajasthan had failed to complete their chase in eight of their nine matches.
The encounter was a dead rubber, as both teams had already been eliminated from playoff contention. Nonetheless, the game saw some notable moments, especially from the young talent. Fast bowler Akash Madhwal was instrumental in the final overs, claiming 3 wickets for 29 runs with effective reverse swing to restrict Chennai to 8-187. His efforts helped limit the last three overs to just 17 runs, securing the win for Rajasthan.
This victory lifted Rajasthan off the bottom of the league table, ending their tough campaign on a high note. Meanwhile, Chennai now faces a daunting challenge in their final match, needing a significant win against the league leaders Gujarat Titans to avoid finishing last for the first time in their IPL history.
In other IPL news, it was announced that Ahmedabad will host the June 3 final, following schedule adjustments due to the ongoing conflict between India and Pakistan. The Narendra Modi Stadium will also host the second qualifier on June 1. The first qualifier on May 29 and the eliminator on May 30 will be held at the New PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh, as the tournament adapts to extraordinary circumstances.
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