The atmosphere at Wankhede last night was electric, transcending beyond cricket fervour. Among the highlights was the unexpected appearance of rumoured besties Shehnaaz Gill and Munawar Faruqui, who graced the IPL 2024 clash between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) with their presence.
Shehnaaz, a devoted Virat Kohli supporter:
Shehnaaz, a devoted Virat Kohli supporter, stood amidst the crowd dressed in blue, leading cheers for RCB from the stands. Nearby, Munawar and Avneet Kaur also showed enthusiastic support, enhancing the team spirit.
Shehnaaz Gill and Munawar Faruqui Support Virat Kohli:
Jasprit Bumrah’s Masterclass Stifles RCB’s Hopes
RCB didn’t have a good start after MI skipper Hardik Pandya chose for them to bat first, with Kohli getting out early for just 3 runs off 9 balls. But then, du Plessis, Patidar, and Karthik scored some big fifties. However, Bumrah’s great bowling stopped RCB from getting a big score, leaving them with 196/8.
MI Batters Put on a Clinical Display
In stark contrast, MI’s chase was a masterclass in ruthless batting. Top-order batters Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav tore into the RCB bowling attack.
Kishan, known for his aggressive batting style, smashed a stunning 69 off just 34 deliveries, while Suryakumar, often compared to Mr. 360, scored a rapid 52 off only 19 balls. Their onslaught completely disrupted RCB’s bowling plans, leaving little for their bowlers to defend.
Hardik Pandya and Tilak Varma finished the job with ease, guiding MI to a comfortable seven-wicket victory over RCB with a staggering 27 balls to spare.
A Night of Mixed Emotions
The night ended with contrasting emotions for the fans. While the Mumbai crowd rejoiced in a dominant victory, RCB supporters, including Nikki Tamboli, were left disappointed with their team’s performance.
However, the unexpected celebrity presence added a touch of glamour to the night, making it a memorable one for fans beyond the on-field action.
