RR vs CSK IPL 2022: Moeen Ali displayed a proper show of fireworks in the powerplay, guiding Chennai Super Kings to 150/6 against Rajasthan Royals.
Moeen Ali came out to bat in the second over and was dismissed in the last over against Obed McCoy after scoring 93 runs in 57 deliveries with 13 fours & 4 sixes. MS Dhoni, who came out to bat in the 11th over, scored 26 runs off 28 deliveries with a four & a six before getting dismissed against Chahal in the 19th over.
For RR, NZ pacer Trent Boult yet again struck in the first over as he dismissed Ruturaj Gaikwad for 2 runs on the last delivery of the first over. However, he was taken for 26 runs by Moeen Ali in the 6th over. After Moeen plundered through the powerplay, taking the Chennai total to 75/1 after 6 overs, RR spinners took charge.
Yuzvendra Chahal & Ravichandran Ashwin stopped the flow of runs while picking up regular wickets as Moeen Ali held one end. Despite a 52-ball-51 run partnership between Moeen & MS Dhoni, Rajasthan bowlers didn't let CSK get to a massive total.
Ashwin dismissed Devon Conway while Chahal regained the Purple cap, dismissing Ambati Rayudu (3) & MS Dhoni. Obed McCoy also picked up two wickets - Moeen Ali & N Jagadeesan (1).
Earlier, Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni won the toss & opted to bat first against Rajasthan Royals in the 26th match of IPL 2022. Rajasthan Royals have a chance to secure a top 2 spot while Chennai Super Kings, who are already eliminated, would be looking to end the tournament on a winning note. This match is being played at Brabourne Stadium, Mumbai.