21 Oct,IPL 2020-Virat Kohli-led Royal Challengers Bangalore beat Kolkata Knight Riders by 8 wickets in game 39 of the Indian Premier League 2020 at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium on Wednesday. With the win, Bangalore have moved to the second spot in the points table.
Opting to bat first, Kolkata got off to a disastrous start, losing its top order in the powerplay, and was restricted to just 84 for 8 — the lowest total in the history of Indian Premier League by a side which hasn’t been bowled out in 20 overs.
Here are the latest updates from game 39 between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore:
Royal Challengers Bangalore beat Kolkata Knight Riders by 8 wickets
Bangalore have moved to the second spot in the points table with this massive win. Credit goes to Mohammed Siraj, who was excellent with the new ball tonight.
Kohli comes out to bat after Bangalore lose openers in quick succession
Bangalore have lost their openers Devdutt Padikkal and Aaron Finch in quick succession. However, the asking rate keeps the team on top.
Royal Challengers Bangalore off to a good start in 85-run chase
Royal Challengers Bangalore have scored 37 without a loss of wicket in the first five over of the innings.
Aaron Finch, Devdutt Padikkal begin Bangalore’s 85-run chase
Aaron Finch and devdutt Padikkal have begun Royal Challengers Bangalore’s 85-run chase. Pat Cummins is with the new ball.
Royal Challengers Bangalore bowlers restrict Kolkata to 84/8
Royal Challengers Bangalore need just 85 to win this contest. The first six overs will be key for Kolkata while looking to defend this total.
