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Rajasthan Royals’ star pacer Trent Boult has been influential for the side over the years, taking crucial wickets at crucial times of the game. With his stellar performances over the years, the 34-year-old has become one of the best pacers in the tournament’s history.
Before Rajasthan’s recent clash of the IPL 2024 against Mumbai Indians, Boult named MI’s ace Jasprit Bumrah as one huge inspiration for any bowler trying to improve his game.
Boult sought inspiration from Bumrah and heaped praise on the Indian pacer’s mindset. He opined that every bowler should look up to Bumrah, and if they can replicate his mindset, they will be successful.
"There is a guy called Jasprit Bumrah who'll come up against us tonight who is the leader for whoever is trying to get better. I think he's the template. If we have the mindset like him to try and keep getting better, I think we'll be in the right place," Boult was quoted as saying by IndiaToday.
"This year's been very exciting, the crowds are getting what they want. I have read a few things from the experts and I agree with it that it's a good opportunity for the bowlers to showcase their worth, find ways to get better,” he added.
Rajasthan Royals continue winning spree in IPL 2024
Speaking of the game between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians, the clash saw Royals limit Mumbai by 179 runs in the first innings. Tilak Varma and Nehal Wadhera were the stars of the show for MI in the first innings, scoring 65 and 49 runs, respectively.
As for Royals, Sandeep Sharma was the highest wicket-taker, with five wickets to his name. Boult took two wickets while Avesh Khan and Yuzvendra Chahal struck once each.
Aiming to chase down the target, Yashasvi Jaiswal propelled RR to a brilliant win, scoring 104* runs in 60 deliveries. Jos Buttler added a quick 35 while Sanju Samson stayed unbeaten on 38 runs as Rajasthan Royals won by nine wickets.
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