Du Plessis Roars Back to Life, Powering Super Kings to a Resounding Victory Over MI

Faf du Plessis roared back into form during the SA20 at a crucial juncture, providing the much-needed impetus for Jo’burg Super Kings as they thrashed MI Cape Town, significantly boosting their chances for a playoff spot. The intense competition for the final playoff position between Super Kings and MI added extra significance to this fixture, and the men in yellow capitalized on the opportunity with a dominating win in the rain-curtailed match, earning themselves a valuable bonus point.

MI faced a challenging start, with Rassie van der Dussen’s slow innings contributing to their modest 43-run powerplay total, despite Ryan Rickelton’s efforts at the other end. A three-hour rain delay disrupted the game, leading to an eight-over fixture and forcing MI to adjust their strategies. Although Liam Livingstone’s early dismissal posed a setback, Kieron Pollard’s late charge in the final over propelled MI to a total of 80/3.

With a revised target of 98 in eight overs, Super Kings launched a spectacular chase, courtesy of Leus du Plooy’s explosive start, hitting the first two balls for sixes. Du Plessis then showcased his dominance against Kagiso Rabada, accumulating 36 runs from the first two overs. Du Plessis continued his onslaught, completing an unbeaten 20-ball fifty, while Du Plooy contributed a brisk 41 off just 14 deliveries. In remarkable fashion, Super Kings achieved the target in less than six overs, sealing a sensational victory.