00:00 (IST), May 18
Rohit Sharma, the losing skipper, says that they were very much in the game till the 18th over. Adds that 19 runs from 12 balls very much got able but, they failed to deliver. Tells that they wanted to try some players in this game but, applauds Hyderabad by saying that they batted well. Mentions that they pulled things back well with the ball. Says that they will look to give it their all in the last game and, they will also try some more players in the last game.
23:59 (IST), May 17
Kane Williamson, the skipper of Hyderabad. He says it was nice to break the streak but before that, the momentum was not on their side. On being asked about Rahul Tripathi, he says he is a really special player. Tells that Malik bowls fast and, it's a real bonus for them, his contribution doesn't go away. On being asked about Daniel, he says that Daniel is another talented cricket and says we will see a lot more of him as well, he has got a really good head on his shoulders, a lot of potential but a lot of skill as well. Admits that death bowling has been their strength and Bhuvneshwar Kumar is one of the best in this tournament at the death. His contribution at the end was a match-winning moment.
23:55 (IST), May 17
Right then! That is all we have from this game! Each game is a knockout from hereon and, we have another crunch game lined up as Kolkata will take on Lucknow on Wednesday, 18th May at 7.30 pm IST (2 pm GMT). But make sure you tune in early for the build-up. Till then, goodbye and cheers!
23:52 (IST), May 17
Rahul Tripathi is adjudged as the Player of the Match for his brilliant 76 off 44 deliveries. He says that he enjoys batting at number 3 and, he loves the responsibility given to him. Adds that Bumrah is a great bowler and, he feels lucky to have pulled off that pull shot. Tells that he counter-attack, only after assessing the situation and takes on the bowler accordingly. Mentions that strike rate is important but, contributing to a winning cause is always special. Says that he tries to take it ball-by-ball, and goes on to say that every ball is an event in T20. He further adds that if the national selectors feel that he is capable of winning games for his country, he will certainly get a chance to play for India.
23:47 (IST), May 17
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23:47 (IST), May 17
Bhuvneshwar Kumar is up for a chat! He says that he was just trying to bowl workers, at the backend. Adds that he was aware of the bigger boundaries on the leg side, so he bowled accordingly. Tells that he is quite satisfied with his bowling and, he always tries to be economical. On being asked about Malik, he says that he is a raw talent and credits Hyderabad's management for backing a talent like Malik.
23:42 (IST), May 17
Hyderabad will be relieved as they are still in the race for playoffs! The victory didn't come easy for them and, it was due to some excellent bowling, in the end, that helped them find the victory. Malik showed his brilliance again as after going for 17 runs in his first over, he came back brilliantly and took three wickets in his next two. T Natarajan though almost cost them the game at the backend but, Bhuvneshwar Kumar covered it well and eventually, they got the job done.
23:41 (IST), May 17
The last ball off the 18th over won the game for Hyderabad. Tim David's wicket was the turning point and credit to Hyderabad for keeping their nerves later as well. 19 runs were needed off the last two overs and, you back the batting side but, Bhuvneshwar Kumar came up with a wicket-maiden over and that helped them cross the line.
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