Rajasthan RoyalsExplosive batting grabbed the headlines in the emphatic win in Guwahati, but it also quietly marked an important personal milestone. Ravindra Jadeja. The all-rounder became only the second Indian after that. Hardik Pandya To complete the double of 4000 runs and 200 wickets in T20 cricket. The landmark came during a massive six-wicket chase where Rajasthan Royals bowled out Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s 201/8 with two overs to spare. While the spotlight remained firmly on teenage sensation Vibhu Suryavanshi’s devastating 26-ball 78 and Dhruv Jorrell’s 43-ball 81 not out, Jadeja’s contribution proved crucial in ending the chase. During a brief spell in the middle overs, Jadeja partnered Jorrell for an unbeaten 68-run stand that shut the door on any hope of a comeback. His presence ensured stability after Suryavanshi, Shimron Hetmyer and skipper Ryan Parag were dismissed quickly. Earlier, Royal Challengers Bengaluru posted a competitive total on the captain’s knock. Rajat Patidarwho scored 63 off 40 balls, and a late flourish pushed him close to 200. Virat Kohli The tone was set early, but a middle-order collapse set them back before a late surge. However, Rajasthan’s fearless style in the power play led by Suryavanshi’s attack decisively tilted the game. Joral then maintained that momentum in the middle and death overs, ensuring that the chase never got off track. Amid fireworks, Jadeja’s milestone added another layer to an already memorable night, underscoring his enduring value as one of India’s most complete all-rounders.
