Lucknow Super Giants skipper KL Rahul on Sunday became the first dough to score three centuries against the same challenger in the IPL. Rahul executed this performance as he smashed an amazing century in the 37th match of the IPL 2022 against Rohit Sharma-led MI at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai.
Lucknow Super Giants skipper destroyed an unbeaten 103 against five time champions MI to guide his team to a total of 168, where they defeated MI by 36 runs. This is Rahul’s 3rd century against MI in the IPL. On 16 th April, Rahul scored an unbeaten ton (103) with the help of Nine 4 and five 6, against five time champions MI a few days back at Brabourne Stadium. Lucknow won that contest comfortably by eighteen runs.To watch more IPL related news on Deltin7.
Rahul scored his maiden IPL century against MI at the Wankhede Stadium 3 yrs ago. The first-ever match between Mumbai and Lucknow in IPL 2022 also resulted in Rahul scoring a century against this challenger. KL Rahul also compared the record of Rohit Sharma for scoring the most centuries by an Indian cricketer in the T20 cricket on Sunday.
After defeating Mumbai Indians by 36 runs on Sunday, Rahul extolled his team’s performance and said having all-rounders in the team gave them options. “To prepare for all the overcharge and punishment. Enjoying batting and enjoying the responsibility. My first thought was just get the bat on the ball, feel better, get that single,” said KL Rahul in a post-match presentation.
Rahul went on to score his 2nd century of the season and his 4th in IPL overall. The captain extolled his all-rounders for a flashy performance against MI as they registered their fifth win of the season. “With the depth, you can play more frankly. That’s possibly the only reason. We were very clear going into the auctions. Having them in the team makes my life simple with the options,” said Rahul.Watch free live IPL 2022 matches on Deltin7, Join our Telegram group and daily predict your winning team and get a chance to win a VIVO cellphone.
