Kyle Jamieson Stuns Rajat Patidar with Tactical Bowling in IPL 2025 Final
In a gripping showdown during the IPL 2025 final in Ahmedabad, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Rajat Patidar showcased his batting prowess with a brisk 26 runs off 16 balls. However, his innings was cut short by New Zealand seamer Kyle Jamieson, who executed a brilliant bowling strategy that ultimately led to Patidar’s dismissal.
Coming in at No. 4, Patidar started vigorously, hitting an impressive six off Yuzvendra Chahal and following it up with a boundary against Vijaykumar Vyshak. At the 10-over mark, RCB found themselves at 87 runs with two wickets down, prompting Jamieson’s return to the attack.
Jamieson’s game plan was clear: to take pace off the ball and maintain a consistent length. Despite his initial strategy, Patidar managed to strike another six off Jamieson’s third delivery in the over. Undeterred, Jamieson continued with his plan, bowling four slower deliveries that seemed to frustrate Patidar. The key moment came when Jamieson changed his approach, ramping up his pace to deliver a yorker that caught Patidar off guard. Expecting another slower delivery, Patidar had no time to react and was left trapped in front of the stumps, leading to his wicket without a review.
Earlier in the match, Jamieson also dismissed Phil Salt in the second over following a record-breaking first over from Arshdeep Singh. This performance underscores Jamieson’s ability to adapt his bowling strategy on the fly, showcasing not only skill but also intelligence on the field.
As the IPL final unfolds, the contest between bowlers and batsmen continues to highlight the dynamic nature of the league, setting the tone for an exciting climax to the tournament. Fans can look forward to more thrilling moments as the championship decides its winner.