IPL 2024 [WATCH]: Axar Patel unleashes a sharp mind to take a stunning catch of Rajat Patidar in the RCB vs DC match

In an important IPL match at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) beat Delhi Capitals (DC) by 47 runs.

RCB put in an impressive performance after being asked to bat first and posted an impressive total of 187 in 9 overs from 20 overs, with stellar knocks Will Jacks (41 off 29) and Rajat Patidar (52 out of 32). DC, despite a heroic effort from Axar Patel, failed in their chase after being all out for 140 in 14.1 overs. Notably, RCB witnessed a spectacular bowling display from Yash Dayal (3.1-0-20-3) and Lockie Ferguson (4-0-23-2).

The Capitals struggled in all aspects of the game, including hitting, pitching, and running. The DC players gave up easy grip and failed to stem the flow of boundaries. However, among these problems, Axar Patel he shined with his amazing fielding skills, he took a spectacular catch to get RCB out to beat Patidar. His speed and accuracy were spectacular.

A stunning catch by Axar Patel sends Rajat Patidar packing

In part 13, Rasikh Salam delivered a back-of-length ball outside the off-stump, tempting the aggressive Patidar to drive to the off-side. However, his shot did not connect cleanly, resulting in a high margin. Axar, who pitched at extra cover, showed impeccable technique as he approached to his left, securing the catch safely with both hands before hitting the ground.

Here is the video:

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Axar talks about the poor display from DC

Axar, who serves as DC’s stand-in captain in Rishabh Pant’s absence, he did not avoid facing the shortcomings of his team, especially the number of substitutes who were not caught. While acknowledging the impact of these mistakes on their defeat, he insisted that the firmness of the pitch could have restricted RCB to a total of 150.

“Falled handlers hurt us. I would limit them to 150. If you lose four wickets in the powerplay, you are always chasing the game. 160-170 would be an even score. The pitch was going twice,” Axar said in the post-match presentation.

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