Rajasthan Royals (RR) captain Sanju Samson has been ruled out of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) clash against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) due to an ongoing injury. The two teams are set to face off in the 42nd match of the season at the Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Thursday, April 24. Samson, who has been sidelined since sustaining an injury while batting against Delhi Capitals, will not travel with the team to Bengaluru. Instead, he will remain in Jaipur, continuing his recovery with the support of select medical staff.
This is not the first time Samson has been forced to miss a match due to the injury. He had to retire hurt during the game against Delhi Capitals after suffering the injury and subsequently missed RR’s previous game against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). According to a statement from Rajasthan Royals, Samson is undergoing rehabilitation and the team management will take a game-by-game approach in assessing his return to action.
Samson’s absence has left a significant gap in the Royals’ lineup. He is the team’s captain and one of their key players, both as a batsman and a leader. However, the team has already made adjustments in his absence. Young 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi made his IPL debut in the last match, and despite the team’s loss, he showcased his potential with a scintillating knock. Suryavanshi struck the first ball he faced for a six, becoming just the 10th player in IPL history to do so, and went on to score 34 runs from 20 balls before being dismissed by Aiden Markram.
With Samson unavailable for the crucial match against RCB, Suryavanshi will likely play a more prominent role in the team, and he will have the opportunity to make his mark once again. The teenager’s exciting debut has given RR fans something to look forward to, especially in a season where they are struggling to find consistency.
Rajasthan Royals’ IPL season has been challenging so far. The team has won just two out of their eight matches, placing them at the eighth position in the points table. With only six matches remaining in the group stage, RR is in a must-win situation to make it to the playoffs. Each game is now a do-or-die scenario for them, and they will need to find a way to overcome their struggles and build momentum without their captain.
RR’s previous match against LSG saw them fall short in a thrilling finish, as they were unable to defend a modest total in the final over. Despite being in winning positions in both of their losses, RR was unable to clinch the victory. In the match against Delhi Capitals, RR managed to tie the game but lost in a Super Over. Against LSG, Avesh Khan defended nine runs in the final over, helping his team edge out RR by two runs.
As the Royals prepare to face RCB, they will need to regroup and find ways to fill the void left by Samson. The team has been underperforming and will have to rely on their younger players, like Suryavanshi, to step up. With RR’s playoff hopes hanging by a thread, every match now holds crucial significance, and the team must rise to the occasion.
In conclusion, while Sanju Samson’s absence is a major blow to Rajasthan Royals, it also opens up an opportunity for the younger players to showcase their talent. As RR looks to recover from their poor start to the season, they will need a collective effort to stay alive in the race for the playoffs. The match against RCB will be an important test for the team as they try to turn their fortunes around.
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