In IPL Cricket, Australia's Steven Smith hit an unbeaten 79 off 53 balls last night as Rajasthan Royals defeated Mumbai Indians by 7 wickets at Ahmedabad. It was Rajasthan's third victory in as many games, while for Mumbai, it was their third defeat in 3 matches. Opting to bat first at the Sardar Patel Stadium, Mumbai scored 164 for 5 after Keiron Pollard and Corey Anderson resurrected the innings which was once reeling at 50 for 3 in 12 overs. Pollard scored 70, while Anderson made 50.In reply, Rajasthan surpassed the target with 5 balls to spare thanks to a superb innings by their Skipper Steven Smith who capitalised brilliantly on the platform given by opener Ajinkya Rahane. Rahane made 46. Smith was adjudged man of the match.Today, Kings Eleven Punjab will take on Delhi Daredevils at Pune. The match will be played at 8 PM.
News On AIR | April 15, 2015 6:57 AM
IPL 8: Rajasthan Royals defeat Mumbai Indians by 7 wickets