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Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Shreyas Iyer vs Rajat Patidar in a final isn't new; their last title clash before IPL 2025 ended in a dramatic finish
When Shreyas Iyer and Rajat Patidar walk out for the toss in Ahmedabad, it won't be the first time they've gone head-to-head in a high-pressure final. The captain duo in the IPL 2025 summit clash between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru is a sequel to a riveting showdown from domestic cricket's biggest T20 night last year, the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2024 Final. That clash, held at RCB's own M Chinnaswamy Stadium, had plenty of subplots. Iyer, leading Mumbai, was in full control. Patidar, captaining Madhya Pradesh, produced a valiant effort with the bat; a blistering, unbeaten 81 off just 40 balls, after MP's top and middle order fumbled. His knock, laced with six boundaries and two sixes, rescued MP to a respectable 174/8. But the scoreboard didn't tell the full story. Mumbai's bowling attack, driven by Tushar Deshpande, Royston Dias, Atharva Ankolekar, and the impressive Suryansh Shedge, applied the squeeze just long enough before the carnage began. And in the chase, Mumbai's experienced top order made sure it counted. Suryakumar Yadav smashed 48 off 35 with his usual flair, while Ajinkya Rahane provided calm in the middle with a polished 37. While Shreyas Iyer could only score 16 off nine deliveries, the moment belonged to Suryansh Shedge, whose unbeaten 36 off just 15 balls sealed the deal. He was named Player of the Match for his all-round performance that night, helping Mumbai cruise to 180/5 in 17.5 overs. Now, in the IPL final, the stakes are unimaginably higher. A title-starved franchise, a nation-wide audience, and two captains who've met on this tightrope before. Back then, it was Iyer who smiled last. The script could be different this time, if recent history is considered a denominator. RCB had thumped Punjab Kings by 8 wickets in Qualifier 1, reducing them for just 101 in 14.1 overs and chasing the target with relative ease. However, the PBKS did make a strong comeback to beat Mumbai Indians to setup a rematch in the all-important final. RCB's last final was in 2016 when they faced a disappointing defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad. Punjab, meanwhile, will play in their first final since 2014, where they lost to Kolkata Knight Riders.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
What happened the last time Shreyas Iyer and Rajat Patidar met in a final?
Shreyas Iyer and Rajat Patidar Before they crossed paths as captains in IPL 2025 Final, Shreyas Iyer and Rajat Patidar had already shared a high-stakes showdown in domestic cricket. It came during the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2024 Final, where Iyer led Mumbai and Patidar captained Madhya Pradesh. The outcome Shreyas Iyer came out on top, guiding Mumbai to a convincing five-wicket win at the business end of India's premier T20 tournament. Batting first, Madhya Pradesh posted 174 for 8 in 20 overs, a competitive score on paper. Patidar led from the front with a blistering 61 not out off 30 balls, striking six fours and two sixes. His late flourish lifted MP after the top and middle order struggled to convert starts. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Subhranshu Senapati contributed a quickfire 23 off 17, while Harsh Gawli and Harpreet Singh failed to get going. Mumbai's attack was well led by Tushar Deshpande and Royston Dias, with support from Atharva Ankolekar and Suryansh Shedge, who would later play a key role with the bat too. Arshdeep Singh: The Poet Who Bowls Thunder | Stories from His Father & Coach In reply, Mumbai chased down the target in 17.5 overs, finishing at 180 for 5. The innings was headlined by an explosive 48 off 35 from Suryakumar Yadav and a game-defining 36 not out off just 15 balls from Suryansh Shedge, who was named Player of the Match for his all-round heroics. Ajinkya Rahane chipped in with a classy 37, reinforcing why he was awarded Player of the Tournament. Quiz: Who's that IPL player? As the two captains prepare to clash once more this time in the IPL 2025 Final between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, memories of that Mushtaq Ali final linger in the backdrop. Back then, Iyer triumphed. Now, Patidar has a chance to even the score on the grandest stage of all.
