Jitesh Sharma Credits Dinesh Karthik's Words for Inspiring Historic 228-Run Chase
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Jitesh Sharma Credits Dinesh Karthik's Words for Inspiring Historic 228-Run Chase |
Date: May 28, 2025
By Asian News International
In an unforgettable IPL 2025 showdown, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) achieved the unthinkable—chasing down a massive 228-run target against Lucknow Super Giants in the final group match of the season. At the heart of this miraculous win stood stand-in skipper Jitesh Sharma, who played the knock of his life with an unbeaten 85 off just 33 deliveries.
Sharma’s explosive strike rate of 257.58 stunned both fans and critics. But when asked what sparked his brilliance under pressure, Jitesh didn’t hesitate to credit his mentor:
“DK bhai always tells me, ‘Don’t look at the scoreboard. Look at the ball. One good over can flip everything.’ That stayed with me,” Sharma revealed after the match.
A Leader in the Making
RCB found themselves struggling at 123/4 after the loss of their talismanic batter Virat Kohli. The team seemed on the verge of collapse. But Jitesh, stepping in as captain, not only calmed the storm but steered the ship with composure and authority. Partnering with Mayank Agarwal, he architected a chase that will go down in IPL folklore.
Mentorship from Dinesh Karthik
Jitesh spoke emotionally about the role of Dinesh Karthik, who has transitioned from player to mentor within the RCB camp.
“He told me to trust my instincts. He’s been more than a coach—he’s a guru. Everything I did today was inspired by his words,” Jitesh added.
Kohli’s Embrace and Emotional High
As Jitesh sealed the game with a boundary, Virat Kohli ran onto the field and embraced him tightly, a heartfelt moment that fans won't forget soon.
“That hug from Virat bhaiya meant everything. He’s led this team for years. To do this under his watch was special,” said Jitesh.
Looking Ahead to the Playoffs
This win not only propelled RCB into the playoffs with renewed belief but also unveiled a new match-winner in Jitesh Sharma. With a fierce display of power, clarity, and leadership, he has now stamped his authority as a game-changer.
The IPL 2025 playoffs just got more exciting—and Jitesh Sharma might be the hero RCB has been waiting for.
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- Jitesh Sharma
- Dinesh Karthik
- RCB
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru
- IPL 2025
- Virat Kohli
- Mayank Agarwal
- Lucknow Super Giants
- 228 Run Chase
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