IPL 2025: Rajasthan Royals’ Gamble on Wanindu Hasaranga at No.5 Backfires Against KKR Spin Attack
In a tactical surprise during their IPL 2025 clash against Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals promoted Wanindu Hasaranga to No.5—his first appearance this season. But the experiment failed to pay off, as the Sri Lankan all-rounder managed just 4 runs from 4 deliveries before falling to Varun Chakravarthy.
Key Highlights:RR Off to a Steady Start, But Collapse FollowsWhy Promote Wanindu Hasaranga?Rahul Dravid’s Signature Risk-TakingTactic Backfires as Hasaranga Falls QuicklyDhruv Jurel’s Exclusion Raises EyebrowsHigh-Risk Move, Low Reward for RR
RR Off to a Steady Start, But Collapse Follows
Opting to bat first after losing the toss, Rajasthan got off to a promising start with 33 runs in just 3.5 overs. But the momentum shifted when Riyan Parag was dismissed for 25 ...