‘Gotham gave us Batman, Gowtham gave us batsman’, that’s what every Rajasthan Royals (RR) fan must have been thinking after 29-year-old Krishnappa Gowtham’s breathtaking 11-ball 33 took them over the line in a nail-biting game against Mumbai Indians (MI). Even the most optimistic Royals fan present at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur must have thought at some time during the game that would lose. But it was Gowtham whose beliefs translated into a memorable win.
It was a night to remember for RR, a team that hasn’t had the best comeback at the Indian Premier League (IPL). But the win against the defending champions Mumbai Indians must have given them the confidence they so dearly were looking for. Currently, Royals are in the fifth spot in the IPL Points table, with a lot of games still to be played. They have won 3 and lost 3 — a record that can be bettered in days to come.
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His performance also impressed Royals captain Rahane, who showered praise on Gowtham after the match. But the welcome Gowtham got when he entered the Royals dressing room was nothing short of ecstatic. The cricketer was excited, as were all his teammates who were patting him on his back and had burst into cheers. Gowtham, it seemed, could not hide his emotions and joined in.
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This is the beauty of the tournament where new talent is celebrated and promoted. Gowtham seems to be the latest addition to the list.
