Learn about RCB vs MI match result along with key match highlights, man of the match, full list of award winners list and everything else you need to know today about Match 5 of IPL 2023 between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Mumbai Indians.

Virat Kohli with Rohit Sharma | Photo Courtesy: IPLT20 Twitter

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Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) started their IPL 2023 season with a comprehensive eight-wicket win against Mumbai Indians (MI) in their first match today at M.Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. Virat Kohli’s 82 not-out and Faf du Plessis’ 73 were star performers for RCB who put 148 runs opening partnership sharing their third-century stand in IPL.

Chasing a challenging target of 172 runs, RCB openers du Plessis and Kohli got off to a strong start, with captain du Plessis leading the charge and helping the team reach the 50-run mark in just 5.3 overs. During the powerplay, RCB racked up 53 runs without losing a wicket, leaving MI bowlers struggling to find answers. Du Plessis completed his half-century in just 29 balls, and together with Kohli, they took RCB past the 100-run mark in 10.3 overs. Kohli reached his 50 in 38 balls, and their partnership seemed unassailable.

MI finally broke through when Arshad Khan dismissed du Plessis for 73, but RCB had already scored 148 runs. Cameron Green dismissed Dinesh Karthik for a duck in the next over, but Glenn Maxwell joined Kohli, and they quickly crossed the 150-run mark. Maxwell hit two sixes in just three balls, bringing RCB within striking distance of victory. Kohli sealed the win, chasing down the target in just 16.2 overs.

Earlier, after being put in to bat, MI had a disappointing start. RCB’s bowlers kept the pressure on with accurate line and length. Ishan Kishan fell to Mohammed Siraj’s pace for just 10, leaving MI at 12/1. Green and Reece Topley claimed two quick wickets, leaving MI at 16/2 and then 20/3, with Rohit Sharma departing for only one run.

MI’s struggles continued after the powerplay, with Suryakumar Yadav being dismissed for 15. Tilak Verma, however, provided some resistance with a 42-ball 50, and MI eventually finished their innings at 171/7. Karn Sharma was RCB’s best bowler, taking 2/32, while Topley, Siraj, Akash Deep, Bracewell, and Harshal Patel each claimed a wicket.

RCB vs MI Match 4 Award Winners at IPL 2023

Player Of The Match: Faf du Plessis (73 runs)
TIAGO.ev Electric Striker Of The Match: Tilak Verma (MI) Strike rate 182.61
Herbalife Active Catch Of The Match: Faf du Plessis (RCB)
Visit Saudi Beyond The Boundaries Longest 6: Nehal Wadhera (MI) 101 metres
RuPay On-The-Go 4s: Tilak Verma (MI), 9 fours
UPSTOX Most Valuable Asset Of The Match: Tilak Verma (MI) 39 points
Dream11 Gamechanger Of The Match: Tilak Verma (MI) 127 fantasy points

Note: All the prizes carried a cash reward of Rs 1 lakh

RCB vs MI Match Highlights

Kohli-Du Plessis Opening Partnership Fifties:

Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis displayed an impressive partnership, with both players scoring fifties. They took on Mumbai Indians bowlers aggressively, hitting boundaries and maximums. Du Plessis reached his half-century in just 30 deliveries.

50th Half-Century for Kohli in IPL

Kohli achieved his 50th score above 50 (5 centuries, 45 half-centuries) in the IPL, showcasing his consistency and skill. After du Plessis’ dismissal and Karthik’s duck, Glenn Maxwell played a quick cameo, and Kohli sealed the victory with a six.

Tilak Varma impressive show for MI

Despite Mumbai Indians’ early batting struggles, young Tilak Varma stood out with a fine half-century, scoring 84 off 46 balls, including 9 fours and 4 sixes. His efforts helped MI post a respectable total for RCB to chase.

Major Highlights for RCB vs MI Match Today

Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 82 and Faf du Plessis’ 73 set the stage for RCB’s triumph.
RCB chased the 172-run target in just 16.2 overs, with crucial contributions from Glenn Maxwell.
The formidable partnership between Kohli and du Plessis helped RCB cross the 100-run mark in just 10.3 overs.
MI finally found a breakthrough with the dismissals of du Plessis and Karthik in quick succession, but it was not enough to stop RCB.
Glenn Maxwell’s powerful cameo, featuring two sixes, took RCB even closer to victory, allowing Kohli to finish the game in style.
MI’s bowling attack struggled to contain RCB’s batsmen, who consistently found the boundaries and maintained a high run rate.
MI’s top-order batting woes were apparent as they lost early wickets and struggled to recover.
MI stumbled in their innings, ending at 171/7, with Tilak Verma’s unbeaten 84 being their saving grace.
RCB’s Karn Sharma was the pick of the bowlers, taking 2/32, while his teammates Topley, Siraj, Akash Deep, Bracewell, and Harshal each claimed one wicket.
Despite a valiant effort from Tilak Verma, MI’s middle and lower-order batting could not make up for the lackluster performance of their top order, ultimately leading to their defeat.