Glenn Maxwell justified his million dollar contract with an all-round performance before Harshal Patel took a hat-trick to ensure a thumping 54-run victory for Royal Challengers Bangalore over Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League here on Sunday.

Maxwell (56 off 37 balls and 2/23) produced one of his better efforts in the IPL while Harshal (4/17 in 3.1 overs), the current Purple Cap holder removed Hardik Pandya, Kieron Pollard and Rahul Chahar off successive deliveries to defend a target of 165 without breaking much sweat.

MI were all-out for 111 in 18.1 overs, losing 10 wickets for 54 runs after being 57 for no loss at one stage.

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Skipper Virat Kohli won the 'Battle of Bosses' against his national team deputy Rohit Sharma as RCB with 12 points are back in the play-off contention while MI with three successive defeats are now in a real spot of bother at seventh spot in eight-team table.

Kohli would also happy with his second half-century and the form of his premier spinner Yuzvendra Chahal (3/11 in 4 overs).

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Rohit teed off with three boundaries in a single over from Kyle Jamieson. MI looked in complete control during the Powerplay as Quinton de Kock also got a few boundaries.

However it was Chahal, who removed de Kock and then Ishan Kishan's full-blooded shot was just about parried away by Rohit, who was hit on the left wrist trying to avoid a body blow.

That must have affected his concentration as he tried to hit a second six off Maxwell having hit one in the earlier over but this time was pouched by Devdutt Padikkal at the long-on boundary much to the delight of rival skipper Kohli.

Ishan Kishan (9 off 12 balls), who has barely managed 100 runs in nine IPL matches this season, would increase the worry of national selectors as he played an irresponsible hoick against the turn off Chahal and Krunal Pandya (5) then trying to break the logjam was bowled by Maxwell.

However, what disappointed the MI skipper most was how Surykumar Yadav (8) chased a wide yorker from Mohammed Siraj to give simple catch to short third man as MI slumped to 97 for 5 with recovery looking implausible.

Then Harshal got his hattrick to finish off the proceedings in style.

Earlier, Maxwell finally came good with an attacking 56 after skipper Kohli's second consecutive half-century, taking Royal Challengers Bangalore to a par-score of 165/6.

Kohli, who completed 10,000 runs in T20 cricket, scored 51 off 42 balls with three fours and three sixes but it was Maxwell who justified his expensive price tag with a 37-ball blitzkrieg before

Jasprit Bumrah brought MI back in the game.

Maxwell's innings had six fours and three sixes as he showed true destructive potential with switch hits, lap shots and flicks during the final overs when he launched into MI pacers Adam Milne (1/48 in 4 overs) and Bumrah (3/26 in 4 overs) with utter disdain.

Such was the ferocity of Maxwell's hits that even the normally calm MI skipper Rohit looked helpless before Bumrah removed both Maxwell and AB de villiers (11) off successive deliveries which at least helped them save 20 to 25 runs in the final two overs.

The normally dependable Devdutt Padikkal (0) had an off-day as Bumrah bowled a beauty which pitched on length and moved away taking the outside edge into Quinton de Kock's gloves.

Kohli found a confident partner in Bharat (32 off 24 balls) as they quickly added 68 runs for the second wicket. Bharath for good measure swept Rahul Chahar against the turn for two sixes while Kohli also imperiously pulled Bumrah for a six over deep mid-wicket.

However, Bharat couldn't convert his start as Chahar bowled one straight and full and the batter didn't get the required elevation being holed at long-off boundary.

Once Bharat was out and Maxwell came in, RCB despite some great shots couldn't force the pace as Kohli and Maxwell added 50 runs in seven overs.

Glenn Maxwell justified his million dollar contract with an all-round performance before Harshal Patel took a hat-trick to ensure a thumping 54-run victory for Royal Challengers Bangalore over Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League here on Sunday.

Glenn Maxwell justified his million dollar contract with an all-round performance before Harshal Patel took a hat-trick to ensure a thumping 54-run victory for Royal Challengers Bangalore over Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League here on Sunday. Maxwell (56 off 37 balls and 2/23) produced one of his better efforts in the IPL while Harshal (4/17 in 3.1 overs), the current Purple Cap holder removed Hardik Pandya, Kieron Pollard and Rahul Chahar off successive deliveries to defend a target of 165 without breaking much sweat. MI were all-out for 111 in 18.1 overs, losing 10 wickets for 54 runs after being 57 for no loss at one stage. ALSO READ | Virat Kohli scripts history, becomes first Indian batsman to complete 10,000 runs in T20 cricket Skipper Virat Kohli won the 'Battle of Bosses' against his national team deputy Rohit Sharma as RCB with 12 points are back in the play-off contention while MI with three successive defeats are now in a real spot of bother at seventh spot in eight-team table. Kohli would also happy with his second half-century and the form of his premier spinner Yuzvendra Chahal (3/11 in 4 overs). WHAT. A. MOMENT for @HarshalPatel23 👏👏#VIVOIPL #RCBvMI pic.twitter.com/tQZLzoZmj6 — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) September 26, 2021 × Rohit teed off with three boundaries in a single over from Kyle Jamieson. MI looked in complete control during the Powerplay as Quinton de Kock also got a few boundaries. However it was Chahal, who removed de Kock and then Ishan Kishan's full-blooded shot was just about parried away by Rohit, who was hit on the left wrist trying to avoid a body blow. That must have affected his concentration as he tried to hit a second six off Maxwell having hit one in the earlier over but this time was pouched by Devdutt Padikkal at the long-on boundary much to the delight of rival skipper Kohli. Ishan Kishan (9 off 12 balls), who has barely managed 100 runs in nine IPL matches this season, would increase the worry of national selectors as he played an irresponsible hoick against the turn off Chahal and Krunal Pandya (5) then trying to break the logjam was bowled by Maxwell. However, what disappointed the MI skipper most was how Surykumar Yadav (8) chased a wide yorker from Mohammed Siraj to give simple catch to short third man as MI slumped to 97 for 5 with recovery looking implausible. Then Harshal got his hattrick to finish off the proceedings in style. Earlier, Maxwell finally came good with an attacking 56 after skipper Kohli's second consecutive half-century, taking Royal Challengers Bangalore to a par-score of 165/6. Kohli, who completed 10,000 runs in T20 cricket, scored 51 off 42 balls with three fours and three sixes but it was Maxwell who justified his expensive price tag with a 37-ball blitzkrieg before Jasprit Bumrah brought MI back in the game. Maxwell's innings had six fours and three sixes as he showed true destructive potential with switch hits, lap shots and flicks during the final overs when he launched into MI pacers Adam Milne (1/48 in 4 overs) and Bumrah (3/26 in 4 overs) with utter disdain. Such was the ferocity of Maxwell's hits that even the normally calm MI skipper Rohit looked helpless before Bumrah removed both Maxwell and AB de villiers (11) off successive deliveries which at least helped them save 20 to 25 runs in the final two overs. The normally dependable Devdutt Padikkal (0) had an off-day as Bumrah bowled a beauty which pitched on length and moved away taking the outside edge into Quinton de Kock's gloves. Kohli found a confident partner in Bharat (32 off 24 balls) as they quickly added 68 runs for the second wicket. Bharath for good measure swept Rahul Chahar against the turn for two sixes while Kohli also imperiously pulled Bumrah for a six over deep mid-wicket. However, Bharat couldn't convert his start as Chahar bowled one straight and full and the batter didn't get the required elevation being holed at long-off boundary. Once Bharat was out and Maxwell came in, RCB despite some great shots couldn't force the pace as Kohli and Maxwell added 50 runs in seven overs.

Glenn Maxwell produces 'Big Show', Harshal Patel takes hattrick as Virat Kohli's RCB crush Rohit's MI by 54 runs

From Harshal Patel to Chris Morris: Best bowling spells of IPL 2021

Yuzvendra Chahal has dove further into Royal Challengers Bangalore's resurgence over the last few years. The leg-spinner clarified how Royal Challengers Bangalore bowlers have profited since moving away from the Chinnaswamy Stadium.&nbsp;

Royal Challengers Bangalore's home arena has hurled some noteworthy matches throughout the long term. Be that as it may, it is broadly viewed as a burial ground for bowlers in white-ball cricket, with batting-friendly wickets and short boundaries making it a troublesome spot to bowl at.&nbsp;

With IPL 2020 occurring in the UAE and IPL 2021 seeing Royal Challengers Bangalore play their home games away from the Chinnaswamy Stadium, Yuzvendra Chahal disclosed to Sports Tak why their bowlers have fared better lately.

“If you notice, we have performed well in the last two years. That’s because when you play in Chinnaswamy, the ground is so small that even a no.7 or no.8 batsman smacks you for a couple of sixes" - he said.

RCB made the playoffs for the first time interestingly since 2016 a year ago and looked set to rehash the accomplishment in IPL 2021 preceding the league was inconclusively suspended. The franchise has fared better on the rear of their solid bowling exhibitions, with Harshal Patel, Mohammed Siraj, and Yuzvendra Chahal discovering achievement in the two or three seasons.&nbsp;

Talking about how the scene change has had an immense effect, Yuzvendra Chahal clarified why the past plan used to be a weakness for RCB.

“But when we started playing at bigger grounds, Siraj started bowling well, Harshal bowled well, and it makes a difference. Sometimes even a top edge goes for a six at Chinnaswamy, but on other grounds, we get a wicket instead. That is the main difference. We used to play seven games in Chinnaswamy and then one in Wankhede, so overall our bowlers were playing eight games where he can easily go for 40+ runs in his quota. Since the last two years, it isn’t happening, and that’s why you see an improvement” - he added.

Royal Challengers Bangalore&nbsp;fans were disillusioned after IPL 2021 was inconclusively suspended, with the group franchise enjoying the good life in the third spot. The BCCI is keen to play the leftover games in September, and Yuzvendra Chahal was gotten some information about his perspectives on the equivalent.&nbsp;

“I think BCCI is working really hard to reschedule it, it is the world’s no.1 tournament. The entire world waits for it, and even as a player, it is a great opportunity to play with such big players. I think it will be great preparation for us if we can play the IPL before the World Cup” - he signed off. 
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Yuzvendra Chahal has dove further into Royal Challengers Bangalore's resurgence over the last few years. The leg-spinner clarified how Royal Challengers Bangalore bowlers have profited since moving away from the Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Yuzvendra Chahal has dove further into Royal Challengers Bangalore's resurgence over the last few years. The leg-spinner clarified how Royal Challengers Bangalore bowlers have profited since moving away from the Chinnaswamy Stadium. Royal Challengers Bangalore's home arena has hurled some noteworthy matches throughout the long term. Be that as it may, it is broadly viewed as a burial ground for bowlers in white-ball cricket, with batting-friendly wickets and short boundaries making it a troublesome spot to bowl at. With IPL 2020 occurring in the UAE and IPL 2021 seeing Royal Challengers Bangalore play their home games away from the Chinnaswamy Stadium, Yuzvendra Chahal disclosed to Sports Tak why their bowlers have fared better lately. “If you notice, we have performed well in the last two years. That’s because when you play in Chinnaswamy, the ground is so small that even a no.7 or no.8 batsman smacks you for a couple of sixes" - he said. RCB made the playoffs for the first time interestingly since 2016 a year ago and looked set to rehash the accomplishment in IPL 2021 preceding the league was inconclusively suspended. The franchise has fared better on the rear of their solid bowling exhibitions, with Harshal Patel, Mohammed Siraj, and Yuzvendra Chahal discovering achievement in the two or three seasons. Talking about how the scene change has had an immense effect, Yuzvendra Chahal clarified why the past plan used to be a weakness for RCB. “But when we started playing at bigger grounds, Siraj started bowling well, Harshal bowled well, and it makes a difference. Sometimes even a top edge goes for a six at Chinnaswamy, but on other grounds, we get a wicket instead. That is the main difference. We used to play seven games in Chinnaswamy and then one in Wankhede, so overall our bowlers were playing eight games where he can easily go for 40+ runs in his quota. Since the last two years, it isn’t happening, and that’s why you see an improvement” - he added. Royal Challengers Bangalore fans were disillusioned after IPL 2021 was inconclusively suspended, with the group franchise enjoying the good life in the third spot. The BCCI is keen to play the leftover games in September, and Yuzvendra Chahal was gotten some information about his perspectives on the equivalent. “I think BCCI is working really hard to reschedule it, it is the world’s no.1 tournament. The entire world waits for it, and even as a player, it is a great opportunity to play with such big players. I think it will be great preparation for us if we can play the IPL before the World Cup” - he signed off.

Cricket: Yuzvendra Chahal feels moving away from Chinnaswamy Stadium benefitted the RCB bowlers

Royal Challengers Bangalore all-rounder Harshal Patel has uncovered the history of his exciting return to the Indian Premier League. Harshal Patel felt that he wasn't offering the correct abilities to the franchise 'market' in 2018 which prompted an adjustment of outlook and made something happen totally.&nbsp;

In conversation with the Hindustan Times, Harshal Patel stated that for achievements and success, one should be adequately valiant to come up short 'spectacularly', in spite of what others say and trust in.

"It is all individual work, right? It is your journey, people will come and lend you a hand or give you a few words of confidence but at the end of the day, you have to put in the work, be willing to fail spectacularly. If you are brave enough to do that, then only you will get exceptional success. That is what I realized after the last season. In 2018 also, not getting a bid other than Delhi was a kick in the stomach. I realized whatever I was offering the market wasn’t interested. I needed to put myself in a position to win games for the team, which I was doing consistently at the domestic level. I just needed to have that change in mindset. That is what has happened probably in the last year-and-a-half," said Harshal Patel.

Harshal Patel has a rebound story like no other in the IPL. From playing only 7 matches joined in 2019 and 2020 for 5 wickets to featuring in all seven matches in 2021 and getting a whopping 17 wickets, is no mean accomplishment. These 17 wickets came at a professional best average of 15.12 and a strike&nbsp;rate of 9.88. His ability in the death overs made him his skipper's expert weapon, and their opponents’ most feared foe.

ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/remainder-of-ipl-2021-cant-happen-in-india-says-sourav-ganguly-384022" hreflang="en">'Remainder of IPL 2021 can't happen in India', says Sourav Ganguly</a>

Harshal Patel likewise talked about his on-field discussions with Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers. With respect to the previous, Harshal Patel uncovered an instant message towards the beginning of the period that caused him to feel certain about the Royal Challengers Bangalore stretch. He additionally hailed Virat Kohli for support of the bowlers to openly execute their arrangements in pressure circumstances.

"The moment I was traded, Virat sent me a message, “welcome back, you are going to play here”. That made a big impact on my confidence and I realized this is a team where I can finally showcase all my skills. He gives you the space to do your thing. Even if you don’t execute at times he understands better than anybody that on a batter’s day, if they get hold of a bowler, you are going to go for runs. Whenever we are unable to execute, or we stray from our plans, when we sit for the review the only talk is about what do we do to stay on the path, how do we stay in the mindset to execute more often than not. We don’t let any other noise come into that environment," said Harshal Patel.

ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-pat-cummins-to-virat-kohli-cricketing-stalwarts-who-contributed-in-indias-fight-against-covid-19-381735" hreflang="en">From Pat Cummins to Virat Kohli: Cricketing stalwarts who contributed in India's fight against COVID-19</a>

"Who better to tell you about what’s going on than AB? He doesn’t talk a lot, he will let you do your own thing but if he finds you are out of depth or struggling, he will come up to chat. Before I came into bowl, he has probably seen seven or eight overs; he will give small pointers on what the wicket is doing, what the batters are trying to do, what are the deliveries will work. It is always short and concise chat," Harshal Patel signed off. 
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Royal Challengers Bangalore all-rounder Harshal Patel has uncovered the history of his exciting return to the Indian Premier League. Harshal Patel felt that he wasn't offering the correct abilities to the franchise 'market' in 2018 which prompted an adjustment of outlook and made something happen totally.

Royal Challengers Bangalore all-rounder Harshal Patel has uncovered the history of his exciting return to the Indian Premier League. Harshal Patel felt that he wasn't offering the correct abilities to the franchise 'market' in 2018 which prompted an adjustment of outlook and made something happen totally. In conversation with the Hindustan Times, Harshal Patel stated that for achievements and success, one should be adequately valiant to come up short 'spectacularly', in spite of what others say and trust in. "It is all individual work, right? It is your journey, people will come and lend you a hand or give you a few words of confidence but at the end of the day, you have to put in the work, be willing to fail spectacularly. If you are brave enough to do that, then only you will get exceptional success. That is what I realized after the last season. In 2018 also, not getting a bid other than Delhi was a kick in the stomach. I realized whatever I was offering the market wasn’t interested. I needed to put myself in a position to win games for the team, which I was doing consistently at the domestic level. I just needed to have that change in mindset. That is what has happened probably in the last year-and-a-half," said Harshal Patel. Harshal Patel has a rebound story like no other in the IPL. From playing only 7 matches joined in 2019 and 2020 for 5 wickets to featuring in all seven matches in 2021 and getting a whopping 17 wickets, is no mean accomplishment. These 17 wickets came at a professional best average of 15.12 and a strike rate of 9.88. His ability in the death overs made him his skipper's expert weapon, and their opponents’ most feared foe. ALSO READ: 'Remainder of IPL 2021 can't happen in India', says Sourav Ganguly Harshal Patel likewise talked about his on-field discussions with Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers. With respect to the previous, Harshal Patel uncovered an instant message towards the beginning of the period that caused him to feel certain about the Royal Challengers Bangalore stretch. He additionally hailed Virat Kohli for support of the bowlers to openly execute their arrangements in pressure circumstances. "The moment I was traded, Virat sent me a message, “welcome back, you are going to play here”. That made a big impact on my confidence and I realized this is a team where I can finally showcase all my skills. He gives you the space to do your thing. Even if you don’t execute at times he understands better than anybody that on a batter’s day, if they get hold of a bowler, you are going to go for runs. Whenever we are unable to execute, or we stray from our plans, when we sit for the review the only talk is about what do we do to stay on the path, how do we stay in the mindset to execute more often than not. We don’t let any other noise come into that environment," said Harshal Patel. ALSO READ: From Pat Cummins to Virat Kohli: Cricketing stalwarts who contributed in India's fight against COVID-19 "Who better to tell you about what’s going on than AB? He doesn’t talk a lot, he will let you do your own thing but if he finds you are out of depth or struggling, he will come up to chat. Before I came into bowl, he has probably seen seven or eight overs; he will give small pointers on what the wicket is doing, what the batters are trying to do, what are the deliveries will work. It is always short and concise chat," Harshal Patel signed off.

'Whatever I was offering, IPL market wasn’t interested': Harshal Patel on his dream comeback

Harshal Patel began the Indian Premier League 2021 with splendid bowling exhibitions as&nbsp;he picked 9 wickets in 3 games in Chennai at an amazing average of 7.67.

Nonetheless, from that point forward he has spilled runs in the death vigorously in Mumbai and Ahmedabad, including yielding 37 runs against Chennai Super Kings, and 22 against Punjab Kings in the last overs of the innings – RCB lost the two matches as the momentum moved towards the resistance.

His last four bowling figures read 3/47, 3/51, 2/37, and 0/53. Ashish Nehra thinks that Harshal Patel's bowling was successful for the lethargic and dull contributes Chennai and that he doesn't have different capacities which any semblance of Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami need to bowl well on batting-accommodating surfaces.

“When a bowler bowls at the death, he will go for runs. Harshal Patel, while playing at Chennai was sensational, as the conditions were conducive. But he does not possess the ability of the likes of Bumrah or Shami. This is where RCB have to keep changing their bowlers for death,” Ashish Nehra told Cricbuzz.

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<h2>RCB need to look at Kyle Jamieson and Mohammad Siraj for that duty: Ashish Nehra</h2>

In spite of the fact that Harshal Patel actually stays the purple cap holder presently, Ashish Nehra recommends RCB turn towards Kyle Jamieson, who produces additional bob with his stature, and Mohammed Siraj, who has been sublime at the two finishes of the innings with the ball.

ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/meet-the-venkaboys-after-dravids-anger-cricketing-legends-in-a-boy-band-wins-over-internet-381961" hreflang="en">'Meet the Venkaboys': After Dravid's anger, Cricketing legends in a boy-band wins over internet</a>

Though Patel still remains the purple cap holder currently, Ashish Nehra suggests RCB turn towards Kyle Jamieson, who generates extra bounce with his height, and Mohammed Siraj, who has been superb at both ends of the innings with the ball.

Ashish Nehra, a former bowling coach at RCB, likewise called attention to that however Patel is their assigned death bowler; notwithstanding, Virat Kohli neglected to use Mohammed Siraj and Kyle Jamieson against Punjab Kings as the two pacers bowled three overs each.

“When in a score of 170-180, a bowler is giving away 53 runs in his quota of overs, that too twice, then there is something wrong. RCB need to look at someone like Kyle Jamieson and Mohammad Siraj for that duty. In the match against PBKS, both of them just bowled three overs each. This is where Virat Kohli has to do some thinking" - he added.

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Harshal Patel began the Indian Premier League 2021 with splendid bowling exhibitions as he picked 9 wickets in 3 games in Chennai at an amazing average of 7.67. Nonetheless, from that point forward he has spilled runs in the death vigorously in Mumbai and Ahmedabad, including yielding 37 runs against Chennai Super Kings, and 22 against Punjab Kings in the last overs of the innings – RCB lost the two matches as the momentum moved towards the resistance.

Harshal Patel began the Indian Premier League 2021 with splendid bowling exhibitions as he picked 9 wickets in 3 games in Chennai at an amazing average of 7.67. Nonetheless, from that point forward he has spilled runs in the death vigorously in Mumbai and Ahmedabad, including yielding 37 runs against Chennai Super Kings, and 22 against Punjab Kings in the last overs of the innings – RCB lost the two matches as the momentum moved towards the resistance. His last four bowling figures read 3/47, 3/51, 2/37, and 0/53. Ashish Nehra thinks that Harshal Patel's bowling was successful for the lethargic and dull contributes Chennai and that he doesn't have different capacities which any semblance of Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami need to bowl well on batting-accommodating surfaces. “When a bowler bowls at the death, he will go for runs. Harshal Patel, while playing at Chennai was sensational, as the conditions were conducive. But he does not possess the ability of the likes of Bumrah or Shami. This is where RCB have to keep changing their bowlers for death,” Ashish Nehra told Cricbuzz. ALSO READ: Prithvi Shaw showed lot of courage against Kolkata Knight Riders, says Shikhar Dhawan RCB need to look at Kyle Jamieson and Mohammad Siraj for that duty: Ashish Nehra In spite of the fact that Harshal Patel actually stays the purple cap holder presently, Ashish Nehra recommends RCB turn towards Kyle Jamieson, who produces additional bob with his stature, and Mohammed Siraj, who has been sublime at the two finishes of the innings with the ball. ALSO READ: 'Meet the Venkaboys': After Dravid's anger, Cricketing legends in a boy-band wins over internet Though Patel still remains the purple cap holder currently, Ashish Nehra suggests RCB turn towards Kyle Jamieson, who generates extra bounce with his height, and Mohammed Siraj, who has been superb at both ends of the innings with the ball. Ashish Nehra, a former bowling coach at RCB, likewise called attention to that however Patel is their assigned death bowler; notwithstanding, Virat Kohli neglected to use Mohammed Siraj and Kyle Jamieson against Punjab Kings as the two pacers bowled three overs each. “When in a score of 170-180, a bowler is giving away 53 runs in his quota of overs, that too twice, then there is something wrong. RCB need to look at someone like Kyle Jamieson and Mohammad Siraj for that duty. In the match against PBKS, both of them just bowled three overs each. This is where Virat Kohli has to do some thinking" - he added.

'Virat Kohli has to do some thinking': Ashish Nehra unhappy with Harshal Patel leaking runs at death for RCB

Ravindra Jadeja on Sunday smashed five sixes and a boundary off Harshal Patel in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 match between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. With a 37-run over, not only did Jadeja help CSK post a mammoth score of 191/4 in 20 overs but also equaled the record of most runs scored by a batsman in an over in IPL history.<o:p></o:p>

Jadeja smoked five sixes and a boundary, against Harshal Patel in what was the final over of the first innings in the CSK vs RCB game. In doing so, Harshal Patel now has the worst over in IPL history as he equaled Prasanth Parameswaran for the unwanted record. In IPL 2011, Chris Gayle had hammered 37 runs off Parameswaran during a match between RCB and Kochi Tuskers Kerala.

ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2021-ravindra-jadeja-smashes-37-runs-in-an-over-against-harshal-patel-twitterati-go-crazy-380140" hreflang="en">IPL 2021- Ravindra Jadeja smashes 37 runs in an over against Harshal Patel, Twitterati go crazy</a>

<h2 class="MsoNormal">Most runs scored by a batsman off a bowler in an over in IPL:<o:p></o:p></h2>

37&nbsp;- Gayle off Parameswaran, 2011<o:p></o:p>

37&nbsp;- Ravindra Jadeja off Harshal Patel, 2021*<o:p></o:p>

32 - Raina off Awana, Mumbai, 2014<o:p></o:p>

Courtesy of the massive final over, Jadeja ended up with 28-ball 62 not-out laced with four boundaries and five sixes – five of them coming in the final over.&nbsp;

However, RCB bowler Yuzvendra Chahal was confident that his team would chase the 193-run total.

"We thought it was a 170 wicket, Jaddu played so well in the last over. It's not a bad track, we can chase this if we bat well. I was bowling pretty well. If you go at economy of 7-8 here, it's fine. The spinners will have a role. It's not a typical Mumbai wicket, it's dry. If you play the spinners well you can chase this. I am 100% confident we will win," Chahal said in the mid-match presentation to host broadcasters.

Ravindra Jadeja on Sunday smashed five sixes and a boundary off Harshal Patel in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 match between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.

Ravindra Jadeja on Sunday smashed five sixes and a boundary off Harshal Patel in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 match between Chennai Super Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. With a 37-run over, not only did Jadeja help CSK post a mammoth score of 191/4 in 20 overs but also equaled the record of most runs scored by a batsman in an over in IPL history. Jadeja smoked five sixes and a boundary, against Harshal Patel in what was the final over of the first innings in the CSK vs RCB game. In doing so, Harshal Patel now has the worst over in IPL history as he equaled Prasanth Parameswaran for the unwanted record. In IPL 2011, Chris Gayle had hammered 37 runs off Parameswaran during a match between RCB and Kochi Tuskers Kerala. ALSO READ: IPL 2021- Ravindra Jadeja smashes 37 runs in an over against Harshal Patel, Twitterati go crazy Most runs scored by a batsman off a bowler in an over in IPL: 37 - Gayle off Parameswaran, 2011 37 - Ravindra Jadeja off Harshal Patel, 2021* 32 - Raina off Awana, Mumbai, 2014 Courtesy of the massive final over, Jadeja ended up with 28-ball 62 not-out laced with four boundaries and five sixes – five of them coming in the final over. However, RCB bowler Yuzvendra Chahal was confident that his team would chase the 193-run total. "We thought it was a 170 wicket, Jaddu played so well in the last over. It's not a bad track, we can chase this if we bat well. I was bowling pretty well. If you go at economy of 7-8 here, it's fine. The spinners will have a role. It's not a typical Mumbai wicket, it's dry. If you play the spinners well you can chase this. I am 100% confident we will win," Chahal said in the mid-match presentation to host broadcasters.

IPL 2021: Harshal Patel concedes 37 runs in an over to Ravindra Jadeja, equals an unwanted record

Chennai Super Kings star Ravindra Jadeja smashed 37 runs in the final over of the innings against Royal Challengers Bangalore. The brute all-rounder smashed five powerful sixes and a boundary&nbsp;to power Chennai Super Kings to 191 runs at the end of the innings.&nbsp;

The Twitterati&nbsp;erupted after Jadeja smashed an IPL record-equalling 37 runs in the over.&nbsp;

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37 runs in final over 🙌🏻 Have seen the best 6 balls of my life 🔥 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Jaddu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Jaddu</a> blessed 🙏🏻 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CSK?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CSK</a>
— 𝙍𝙖𝙟𝙠𝙪𝙢𝙖𝙧 ❤ (@Rajj8990) <a href="https://twitter.com/Rajj8990/status/1386288182233239560?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 25, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Remember <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Tewatia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Tewatia</a> in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IPL2020?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IPL2020</a> 
 
Now, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Jadeja?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Jadeja</a> in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IPL2021?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IPL2021</a> 
 
14th to 19th Overs - <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CSK?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CSK</a> fans patience was being tested.. 
 
One over 20th - <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Jaddu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Jaddu</a> Monster Batting.. Always aim for 36 runs in an over.. You will get it..<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CSKvsRCB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CSKvsRCB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IPL2021?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IPL2021</a>
— Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) <a href="https://twitter.com/rameshlaus/status/1386289560275984386?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 25, 2021</a></blockquote>
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Rockstar Jaddu Has Rocked today🔥🔥<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/jaddu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#jaddu</a> <a href="https://t.co/JkpBi7yg2V">pic.twitter.com/JkpBi7yg2V</a>
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37 runs in one over. 
History is created 
Sir Jadega 🔥<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CSKvRCB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CSKvRCB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/jadeja?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#jadeja</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Jaddu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Jaddu</a> <a href="https://t.co/NN8v85BEE0">pic.twitter.com/NN8v85BEE0</a>
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Chennai Super Kings won the toss and decided to bat first. The opening duo of Faf du Plessis and Ruturaj Gaikwad provided a great start to Chennai after a 74-run stand. However, RCB bowlers pulled the game back in their favour after back-to-back wickets.&nbsp;

At one point, 180+ target seemed like a lot for Chennai to achieve. However, Ravindra Jadeja began his smash-fest against RCB's Harshal Patel in the final over. The all-rounder was seen struggling due to the heat but still went on to smash five sixes and one boundary.&nbsp;

Notably, Jadeja was dropped on 0 by Christian off Sundar's delivery.&nbsp;

RCB now have to chase a mammoth total for 192&nbsp;runs in 20 overs to extend their unbeaten streak.&nbsp;

Chennai Super Kings star Ravindra Jadeja smashed 37 runs in the final over of the innings against Royal Challengers Bangalore. The brute all-rounder smashed five powerful sixes and a boundary to power Chennai Super Kings to 191 runs at the end of the innings.

Chennai Super Kings star Ravindra Jadeja smashed 37 runs in the final over of the innings against Royal Challengers Bangalore. The brute all-rounder smashed five powerful sixes and a boundary to power Chennai Super Kings to 191 runs at the end of the innings. The Twitterati erupted after Jadeja smashed an IPL record-equalling 37 runs in the over. Let's take a look at some reactions. 37 runs in final over 🙌🏻 Have seen the best 6 balls of my life 🔥 #Jaddu blessed 🙏🏻 #CSK — 𝙍𝙖𝙟𝙠𝙪𝙢𝙖𝙧 ❤ (@Rajj8990) April 25, 2021 × Remember #Tewatia in #IPL2020 Now, #Jadeja in #IPL2021 14th to 19th Overs - #CSK fans patience was being tested.. One over 20th - #Jaddu Monster Batting.. Always aim for 36 runs in an over.. You will get it..#CSKvsRCB #IPL2021 — Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) April 25, 2021 × Rockstar Jaddu Has Rocked today🔥🔥#jaddu pic.twitter.com/JkpBi7yg2V — Bhanu Syal (@IM_Bhanuu) April 25, 2021 × 37 runs in one over. History is created Sir Jadega 🔥#CSKvRCB #jadeja #Jaddu pic.twitter.com/NN8v85BEE0 — OFFICIAL VIKASH VERMA (@Vikashverma55) April 25, 2021 × Chennai Super Kings won the toss and decided to bat first. The opening duo of Faf du Plessis and Ruturaj Gaikwad provided a great start to Chennai after a 74-run stand. However, RCB bowlers pulled the game back in their favour after back-to-back wickets. At one point, 180+ target seemed like a lot for Chennai to achieve. However, Ravindra Jadeja began his smash-fest against RCB's Harshal Patel in the final over. The all-rounder was seen struggling due to the heat but still went on to smash five sixes and one boundary. Notably, Jadeja was dropped on 0 by Christian off Sundar's delivery. RCB now have to chase a mammoth total for 192 runs in 20 overs to extend their unbeaten streak.

IPL 2021- Ravindra Jadeja smashes 37 runs in an over against Harshal Patel, Twitterati go crazy

Royal Challengers Bangalore all-rounder Harshal Patel became the first player to pick a five-wicket-haul against Mumbai Indians. After a man of the match performance, Harshal reflected on his performance and the win against the defending champions.

RCB's five-fer hero Harshal Patel reflects on win versus Mumbai Indians

IPL 2021- Harshal Patel and ABD shine as RCB beat Mumbai Indians in season opener

Royal Challengers Bangalore have won their first-ever season opener in the Indian Premier League after beating defending champions Mumbai Indians by two wickets at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

IN PICS:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/ipl-2021-harshal-patel-and-abd-shine-as-rcb-beat-mumbai-indians-in-season-opener-376541" hreflang="en">IPL 2021- Harshal Patel and ABD shine as RCB beat Mumbai Indians in season opener</a>

Royal Challengers Bangalore won the toss and decided to bowl first. Mumbai Indians got off to a steady start as openers Rohit Sharma and Chris Lynn smashed few boundaries. However, skipper Sharma departs after getting run-out after a tragic mixup.&nbsp;

Suryakumar Yadav came to bat and continued his sublime form. He along with Chris Lynn stitched a crucial 70-run partnership before Kyle Jamieson dismissed Yadav.&nbsp;

Lynn followed Yadav as he soon was dismissed by Sundar and was one run short of a half-century. He scored the most runs for Mumbai Indians in this match after scoring 49 runs off 35 balls (four 4s, three 6s).&nbsp;

ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/IPL2021-Live-Score-Mumbai-Indians-MI-Royal-Challengers-Bangalore-RCB-Chidambaram-Stadium-Chennai-Today-Live-match-updates" hreflang="en">IPL 2021, MI vs RCB, Highlights: RCB beat MI by two wickets</a>

After Lynn's dismissal, Pandya and Ishan Kishan tried stabilising the innings. However, Harshal Patel's fifer restricted Mumbai Indians to 159 runs. In the 20th over, Patel scalped three wickets and conceded in one run (one run out).&nbsp;

Harshal Patel became the first-ever bowler in Indian Premier League history to take a five-wicket haul against Mumbai Indians.&nbsp;

In return, RCB tried experimenting by sending Washington Sundar to open alongside Virat Kohli. However, the experiment failed as the all-rounder just scored 10 runs. Despite losing a couple of early wickets, Royal Challengers were off to a strong start. Maxwell and Virat's partnership was proving fatal for the Mumbai Indians.&nbsp;

But Jasprit Bumrah provided a much-needed breakthrough by dismissing skipper Kohli. Marco Jansen brought Mumbai back into the game after dismissing Glenn Maxwell and Shahbaz Ahmed in one over.&nbsp;

However, AB De Villiers stayed till the end and smashed 48 runs off 27 balls! Harshal Patel got the winning run and ended the season opener jinx for Royal Challengers Bangalore and take them on top of the IPL table. Harshal Patel was adjudged the Man of the Match.&nbsp;

Royal Challengers Bangalore have won their first-ever season opener in the Indian Premier League after beating defending champions Mumbai Indians by two wickets at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

Royal Challengers Bangalore have won their first-ever season opener in the Indian Premier League after beating defending champions Mumbai Indians by two wickets at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. IN PICS: IPL 2021- Harshal Patel and ABD shine as RCB beat Mumbai Indians in season opener Royal Challengers Bangalore won the toss and decided to bowl first. Mumbai Indians got off to a steady start as openers Rohit Sharma and Chris Lynn smashed few boundaries. However, skipper Sharma departs after getting run-out after a tragic mixup. Suryakumar Yadav came to bat and continued his sublime form. He along with Chris Lynn stitched a crucial 70-run partnership before Kyle Jamieson dismissed Yadav. Lynn followed Yadav as he soon was dismissed by Sundar and was one run short of a half-century. He scored the most runs for Mumbai Indians in this match after scoring 49 runs off 35 balls (four 4s, three 6s). ALSO READ: IPL 2021, MI vs RCB, Highlights: RCB beat MI by two wickets After Lynn's dismissal, Pandya and Ishan Kishan tried stabilising the innings. However, Harshal Patel's fifer restricted Mumbai Indians to 159 runs. In the 20th over, Patel scalped three wickets and conceded in one run (one run out). Harshal Patel became the first-ever bowler in Indian Premier League history to take a five-wicket haul against Mumbai Indians. In return, RCB tried experimenting by sending Washington Sundar to open alongside Virat Kohli. However, the experiment failed as the all-rounder just scored 10 runs. Despite losing a couple of early wickets, Royal Challengers were off to a strong start. Maxwell and Virat's partnership was proving fatal for the Mumbai Indians. But Jasprit Bumrah provided a much-needed breakthrough by dismissing skipper Kohli. Marco Jansen brought Mumbai back into the game after dismissing Glenn Maxwell and Shahbaz Ahmed in one over. However, AB De Villiers stayed till the end and smashed 48 runs off 27 balls! Harshal Patel got the winning run and ended the season opener jinx for Royal Challengers Bangalore and take them on top of the IPL table. Harshal Patel was adjudged the Man of the Match.

IPL 2021: Harshal's fifer and ABD's class star as Royal Challengers beat Mumbai Indians

Spinner Jagadeesha Suchith has named the replacement for injured Harshal Patel in the ongoing edition of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/ipl-2019">Indian Premier League</a>.&nbsp;

The medium-pacer Harshal Patel had suffered a fracture in his right hand while playing against Punjab.&nbsp;

After the injury, Patel was sidelined for 3-4 weeks.&nbsp;

Now, Suchith, who hails from Karnataka, will take his place in Delhi's squad. Previously, he was part of the Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai team.&nbsp;

The 25-year-old spinner has played 13 first-class matches in which he took 45 wickets.&nbsp;

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We're delighted to welcome <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/JagadeeshaSuchith?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#JagadeeshaSuchith</a> as the newest member in our <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DelhiCapitals?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DelhiCapitals</a> squad. 
 
Suchith replaces Harshal following an injury ruling him out for the rest of IPL. We wish him a speedy recovery. 
 
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Also, he has played 43 T20s as well, taking 37 wickets at an average of 25.54.&nbsp;

As per IPL rules, the replacement player cannot exceed the amount that was being paid to the original player. So the price at which Suchith was acquired by Delhi Capitals cannot be more than Rs 20 lakh as Patel was signed for that amount at the IPL auction.

Spinner Jagadeesha Suchith has named the replacement for injured Harshal Patel in the ongoing edition of Indian Premier League. The medium-pacer Harshal Patel had suffered a fracture in his right hand while playing against Punjab.

Spinner Jagadeesha Suchith has named the replacement for injured Harshal Patel in the ongoing edition of Indian Premier League. The medium-pacer Harshal Patel had suffered a fracture in his right hand while playing against Punjab. After the injury, Patel was sidelined for 3-4 weeks. Now, Suchith, who hails from Karnataka, will take his place in Delhi's squad. Previously, he was part of the Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai team. The 25-year-old spinner has played 13 first-class matches in which he took 45 wickets. 🚨 ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨 We're delighted to welcome #JagadeeshaSuchith as the newest member in our #DelhiCapitals squad. Suchith replaces Harshal following an injury ruling him out for the rest of IPL. We wish him a speedy recovery. Read: https://t.co/or07cRHHTs#ThisIsNewDelhi pic.twitter.com/Xz16osUhuB — Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) April 14, 2019 × Also, he has played 43 T20s as well, taking 37 wickets at an average of 25.54. As per IPL rules, the replacement player cannot exceed the amount that was being paid to the original player. So the price at which Suchith was acquired by Delhi Capitals cannot be more than Rs 20 lakh as Patel was signed for that amount at the IPL auction.

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