Jason Behrendorff as 'Impact Player' Didn't Work for Mumbai Indians
Behrendorff went for 37 runs in 3 overs [iplt20.com]
Impact Player rule is an interesting tactics devised for the ongoing Indian Premier League. If used wisely, it can win you matches, if not, it can lead to disaster.
In yesterday's game between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Mumbai Indians, Rohit Sharma named Jason Behrendorff as one of the impact players who can come in and change the course of the match.
With Mumbai Indians batting first, it was already understood that MI will sacrifice one of their top-order batters in order to bring in Behrendorff in the second innings. And that's exactly what happened.
Suryakumar Yadav had to sacrifice his place and he was replaced by the tall pacer at the start of RCB chase.
With two right-handers in RCB's top-order (Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis), it was expected that Behrendorff's left-arm angle might trouble both the openers. But all the permutations and combinations and imaginary theories were put away by the two openers as they never allowed the Aussie bowler to settle in.
Faf du Plessis, took a special liking towards the bowler, repeatedly coming down the track and smashing over the in-field.
It was a day to forget for Behrendorff, as he went for 37 runs in just 3 overs, and failed to pick up a single wicket. RCB eventually chased down 172 with 22 balls to spare and 8-wickets in hand.
FAQ's
Which IPL team is Jason Behrendorff in?
Behrendorff currently plays for the Mumbai Indians in the IPL. He has previously represented Royal Challengers Bangalore.
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