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Rajasthan Lions Top Table, Beat Delhi Warriors in Legends T20 Thriller

The Rajasthan Lions defeated the Delhi Warriors by 23 runs in a crucial World Legends Pro T20 League match to finish the league stage at the top of the points table. Batting first, the Lions posted 185/7, powered by Eoin Morgan's 87 and a blistering late cameo from Abhimanyu Mithun. In reply, the Delhi Warriors were bowled out for 162 despite a fighting 66 from Pawan Negi, with the Lions' bowlers maintaining consistent pressure. Both teams finished on eight points, but the Lions claimed first place due to a superior net run rate.

Key Points: Rajasthan Lions Beat Delhi Warriors in World Legends Pro T20

  • Lions win by 23 runs
  • Eoin Morgan scores 87
  • Suboth Bhati takes 4 wickets
  • Top spot decided by net run rate
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World Legends Pro T20 League: Rajasthan Lions beat Delhi Warriors to finish at the top of the table

Rajasthan Lions defeat Delhi Warriors by 23 runs to finish top of the World Legends Pro T20 League table. Eoin Morgan stars with 87.

"Abhimanyu Mithun smashed a rapid 33 off just 7 balls to lift the total - Match Report"

Panaji, February 3

With semi-final qualification already secured, Delhi Warriors faced Rajasthan Lions in the 14th match of the World Legends Pro T20 League with top spot on the league table at stake. In a closely contested encounter, Rajasthan Lions defeated Delhi Warriors by 23 runs, handing them their first loss of the season and finishing the league stage at the top of the points table, as per a release.

Delhi opted to bowl first and managed to keep the Lions in check for large parts of the innings. Suboth Bhati led the bowling effort with an impressive spell of 4 for 24, repeatedly breaking partnerships and preventing Rajasthan from building sustained momentum. The Lions, however, found a crucial surge at the death through Abhimanyu Mithun, who smashed a rapid 33 off just 7 balls to lift the total to 185 for 7. Pinal Shah remained unbeaten as Rajasthan posted a competitive total on a surface that offered grip for the bowlers.

In reply, the Rajasthan Lions struck early and kept the pressure firmly on the Delhi Warriors throughout the chase. Regular wickets stalled Delhi's progress, and despite brief resistance, the Warriors were bowled out for 162 in 19.1 overs.

Anureet Singh played a key role with the ball, finishing with figures of 2 for 15, as the Rajasthan Lions sealed a 23-run victory.

The result meant the Rajasthan Lions finished at the top of the league table, with the Delhi Warriors, who were outstanding throughout the season, ending in second place. Both teams finished on eight points, with Rajasthan claiming top spot due to a superior net run rate.

Match Result: Rajasthan Lions beat Delhi Warriors by 23 runs.

Brief Scores:

Rajasthan Lions - 185/7 (20 overs)

- Eoin Morgan - 87 (53)- Abhimanyu Mithun - 33 (7)*- Suboth Bhati - 5/24 (4 overs)- Diwesh Pathania - 1/18 (4 overs)

Delhi Warriors - 162/10 (19.1 overs)

- Pawan Negi - 66 (38)- Seekkuge Prasanna - 36 (29)- Parvinder Awana - 3/24 (3 overs)- Anureet Singh - 2/15 (2.1 overs).

- ANI

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Sarah B
Great to see these legends back on the field! Suboth Bhati's bowling was brilliant (4/24!), but the Lions' lower order batting made the difference. Shows you can never relax until the last ball is bowled.
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Vikram M
Delhi's first loss of the season, and what a time for it! They were outstanding till now, but full credit to Rajasthan. Net run rate deciding the top spot adds that extra spice. The semi-finals are going to be fire! 🔥
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Priya S
Eoin Morgan's 87 was a classy, anchoring innings. But honestly, the bowling from both sides was the real highlight. Bhati, Anureet Singh, Pathania... proper skill on display. Loving this league!
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Rohit P
A small criticism: The article says Suboth Bhati took 5/24 in the brief scores, but the text says 4/24? Which is correct? Anyway, fantastic match. Delhi will be gutted, but they're still a strong team for the knockouts.
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Kavya N
So proud to see our Indian domestic stars like Mithun, Anureet, and Bhati shining alongside international legends! This is what makes the Legends League so special. Jaipur must be celebrating tonight! 🎉

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