Published: May 24, 2016, 08:21 PM (IST)
Edited: May 24, 2016, 08:21 PM (IST)
New franchise Gujarat Lions (GL) opener in the form of Brendon McCullum and Aaron Finch were dismissed for one and four, respectively by spinner Iqbal Abdulla, against powerhouse Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), in Qualifier 1 of the ongoing Indian premier League (IPL) 2016 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Tuesday. McCullum went for a big one off a length ball, only to be caught by Ab de Villiers at long off, followed by Finch, who was edged and taken by Chris Gayle at first slip. Currently, GL are nine for the loss of two wickets in four overs, with Dinesh Karthik on two, and Suresh Raina on one. Live Cricket Scorecard: Gujarat Lions vs Royal Challengers Bangalore, IPL 2016 Qualifier 1 at Bengaluru
After 56 league matches we have now come down to the final four teams in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2016. First-timers Gujarat Lions (GL) will take on Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) at the latter’s home ground of Bengaluru in Qualifier 1. RCB have been on a roll, winning their last four matches in a row to leapfrog from the bottom half of the table straight up to No. 2. GL, who are at the top of the table, have had a much rougher journey to the top in their last few games. Live Cricket Updates: Gujarat Lions vs Royal Challengers Bangalore, IPL 2016 Qualifier 1 at Bengaluru
Given that the match is being played in Bengaluru, the momentum and home advantage are with RCB. On paper it looks like RCB hold all the cards, and that they will book a berth in the final, also to be played at Bengaluru. This is a fantastic chance for RCB to lift their maiden IPL title. GL can only hope they will have a better day in the office than last time.
