7:18pm The Super Kings have huffed and puffed their way to 134, which was largely down to du Plooy's stunning knock. On a track where everyone else struggled, he managed 71 off 43 balls, and timed the ball exquisitely. It has given the JSK bowlers something to work with, although it remains to be seen if it is enough.
As for the Royals, they will be pleased with how they bowled. Ngidi was the star of the show again, picking up three wickets and only giving away 17 runs. Phehlukwayo and Shamsi bagged a wicket apiece, while McCoy, who was a touch expensive towards the end, got rid of Hendricks and Moeen.
The Royals will definitely be the happier side at the break but stranger things have happened in this sport. Join us in a bit for the run-chase!
Obed McCoy: We started off well in the powerplay, tried to hit the hard lengths and put the batters under pressure early. (On the pitch) It is a slow wicket. We wanted to mix it up with slower balls, use the bigger side. (On what their batters have to do) We just have to get through the powerplay without losing wickets and then build from there.
JL du Plooy run out 71 (88m 43b 7x4 3x6) SR: 165.11
Tahir is the last man in
