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In Match 6 of SA20 2025, Dinesh Karthik’s innings came to an abrupt end due to a bizarre run-out, adding drama to an intense clash between MI Cape Town and Paarl Royals. Batting in a cruci꧒al phase of the game, Ka🧸rthik faced a communication mix-up that resulted in his dismissal.
Dinesh Karthik’s chaotic run out seals Paarl Royals’ woes
Karthik fell victim to a chaotic run out that highlighted the Royals’ crumbling innings. Facing George Linde, Karthik pushed the ball softly to point and hesitated on the single, creating a moment of indecision. The throw came in quickly, and wicketkeeper Ryan Rickelton appeared to step on the s🏅tumps as he collected the ball. However, only one bail was initially dislodged, leaving the dismissal incomplete.
In a moment of sharp awareness, Rickelton ensured the wicket by pulling out a stump after the second bail was dislodged. This sequence of events summed up Karthik’s disappointing innings, as he departed for just 2 runs off 7 balls, striking at a lowly 28.57. The dismissal also underscored the Royals’ struggles, with the score reading a precarious 78/7. With no rescue innings from Karthik, the Royals’ hopes dwindled further against Linde’s excellent spell.
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MI Cape Town’s explosive batting performance
Opting to bat first at Newlands, Cape Town posted a challenging total of 172/7. Reeza Hendricks anchored the innings with a blistering 59 off 37 balls, supported by Rassie van der Dussen’s 43. Delano Potgieter added a quick-fire 29, ensuring a strong finish. Dayyaan Galiem was the pick of the bowlers for the Royals, claiming 3 wickets for 24 runs in his 4 overs. Chasing 173, Royals struggled to build partnerships, with only Lhuan-dre Pretorius (26) and Mujeeb Ur Rahman (34) offering resistance. MI Cape Town’s disciplined bowling, led by Kagiso Rabada (2/22) and Linde (3/15), restrict෴ed the Royals to 139/9 in 20 overs, securing a comprehensive 33-run victory.
