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RCB in Playoffs : Yash Dayal becomes RCB's saviour; Mighty Chennai bow out in playoffs.

Anjali

The Royal Challengers Bangalore team has secured a spot in the playoffs through a well-rounded performance, becoming the fourth team to do so. Yash Dayal played a crucial role in RCB's victory with his exceptional bowling in the 20th over. Their significant win over Chennai by 27 runs showcased a remarkable turnaround after initial criticisms of their performance.

Faf du Plessis' team clinched their sixth consecutive victory in this match, setting a strong total of 218 runs for 5 wickets. Despite Chennai's efforts, they could only manage 191 runs for 7 wickets, falling short of the required target. Yash Dayal's pivotal last over, where he contained Chennai to secure the win for RCB, was a standout moment.

The match saw tense moments as Chennai needed 17 runs off 6 balls, with Dhoni hitting a six off the first ball before being dismissed by Dayal. RCB's stellar performance led by skipper Faf Duplessis resulted in a formidable total, with notable contributions from key players like Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, and others.