In a breathtaking display of power-hitting, Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) all-rounder Romario Shepherd turned the tide of the match with a blistering 33-run over against Chennai Super Kings’ (CSK) pacer Khaleel Ahmed during the 19th over at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
Shepherd’s onslaught comprised four towering sixes and two crisp boundaries, electrifying the home crowd and propelling RCB to a formidable total of 213/5 in their allotted 20 overs. This remarkable feat not only showcased Shepherd’s batting prowess but also marked one of the most expensive overs in IPL history, placing him alongside elite company in the record books.
The 19th over began with Shepherd dispatching Ahmed’s deliveries with disdain, targeting both the leg and off sides with equal ferocity. His ability to read the bowler’s variations and exploit the short boundaries of Chinnaswamy was evident as the ball repeatedly sailed into the stands.
This explosive cameo significantly shifted the momentum in RCB’s favor, providing them with a psychological edge as they headed into the innings break. Shepherd’s performance underscores the impact a lower-order batsman can have in the T20 format, especially when capitalizing on the death overs.
