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Indian T20I skipper and Mumbai Indians’ (MI) star batter Suryakumar Yadav recently shared a touching message praising Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) standout performer Jitesh Sharma. The gesture came after Jitesh’s sensational knock of 85 off just 33 balls against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Match 70th of IPL 2025, a performance that played a pivotal role in RCB’s successful chase of 228 and confirmed their place in Qualifier 1.
Suryakumar Yadav pens special appreciation for Jitesh Sharma after RCB win
Soon after the match, Surya took Instagram to appreciate the blistering knock of Jitesh which took social media abuzz. In story, with a picture of Jitesh celebrating his fifty captioned with, “Ache logo ke saath acha hota hi hota hai (Good things happen to good people) Special knock What timing Bhauuuu”. The story quickly went viral, with fans appreciating the camaraderie and mutual respect between two of India’s top white-ball talents.
Jitesh’s sensational knock powered RCB into Qualifier 1, delivering in a high-stakes, do-or-die encounter. Rising to the occasion, he played a blistering innings of 85 runs, studded with eight fours and six towering sixes. His fearless and crucial partnership with Mayank Agarwal, completely shifted the momentum, turning the game on its head and guiding RCB to a memorable victory in one of the most thrilling finishes of the season.
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Suryakumar’s sensational run in IPL 2025 for Mumbai Indians
Suryakumar has been one of the standout performers of IPL 2025, delivering consistent and match-winning performances for his side. Currently positioned third on the Orange Cap list, the dynamic right-hander has played several exceptional innings that have captivated fans and solidified his reputation as one of the most dangerous batters in the tournament. With a remarkable tally of 640 runs so far, SKY boasted an outstanding average of 71, reflecting both his consistency and ability to anchor as well as accelerate the innings when needed. Now, as the playoffs approach, SKY is set to lead from the front with bat once again when his team takes on Gujarat Titans (GT) in the Eliminator on May 30. With a place in Qualifier 2 on the line, all eyes will be on Suryakumar to deliver another impactful performance and carry his team one step closer to the coveted IPL title.
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