Joburg Super Kings faced a challenging target of 98 runs in just eight overs after their clash with MI Cape Town was abruptly shortened. Despite a difficult campaign, skipper Faf du Plessis seized the opportunity to make a strong comeback.
The seasoned player played an unbeaten innings of 50 runs in just 20 deliveries, dismantling Kagiso Rabada’s bowling and leading his team to a successful chase. Du Plessis not only secured the victory but also earned a crucial bonus point for his struggling team.
However, the match was on the verge of being called off due to persistent rain, causing delays and drawing frustration from Faf du Plessis towards Kieron Pollard, the opposing captain. With Joburg already scoring 57 runs in three overs, the outcome seemed inevitable for the visitors.
Pollard, seemingly trying to exploit the weather conditions, took his time setting the field and employed delaying tactics, much to the annoyance of the Proteas. Despite appeals from the Joburg Super Kings to expedite the proceedings, Pollard persisted in prolonging the game, making strategic field changes and intentionally slowing down the pace.
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Faf du Plessis, growing increasingly impatient, expressed his displeasure to the umpires. Despite the obstacles, the rain subsided just enough for JSK to complete the chase in 5.2 overs, bringing relief to Faf and entertaining the Twitterati.
