The 2022 IPL tournament, after the morbid Covid pandemic, was a breath of fresh air. The tournament was a perfect one in all its matches. Held in different states of India, the tournament caught the attention of all the cricket lovers of India. The final match of the tournament was played among Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals. After a thrilling match, it was the Gujarat Titans who has the last laugh. Here we will offer a sneak peak of the match details and the winners.
Scoreboard of the Winning Teams
Rajasthan Royals: 130/9 (20 overs)
Gujarat Titans: 133/3 (18.1)
The biggest surprise of the IPL 2022 came from a newly formed team called Gujarat Titans. This new team surprised everyone when they clinched the trophy in their very first season. Captained by Indian all-rounder Hardik Pandya, the Titans stood out because of flashes of individual brilliance displayed by some players and proper teamwork. Of course, they succeeded from efforts of several players working together and preparedness. In tense final match against Rajasthan Royals, Titans exhibit steel nerves. The psychological advantage was on the host side at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. First-batting, the Titans could score only 133 runs led by Gill and Miller. Rajasthan Royal lost 7 wickets despite Jos Buttler’s valiant knock. Gujarat Titans’ triumph set an IPL history record. No other club in IPL history had ever won a debut season. They sealed IPL 2022 with unity, resilience, and self-confidence.
Captain of the Winning Team: Hardik Pandya
Pandya’s effect on Gujarat Titans’ 2022 IPL success extended beyond leadership. He did well in that position, but field performance mattered most. Pandya delivered with aggressive batting and medium-pace bowling that got crucial wickets. His tremendous hitting and bowling broke crucial partnerships throughout the match. Pandya’s leadership helped the Titans win beyond his performance. He inspired his soldiers with confidence and a winning attitude. On-field boldness paid off for the Titans, showing his strategic thinking. How Pandya established a welcoming team environment was even more impressive. He motivated his players to succeed with his infectious zeal and commitment. This unity and commitment drove the Gujarat Titans’ championship run, proving Pandya’s leadership was as powerful as his batting and bowling. As the Titans won the 2022 IPL, Hardik Pandya showed his leadership and cricketing growth.
Math of the Match: David Miller
David Miller’s 39-run knock off 30 deliveries earned him Man of the Match in the 2022 IPL final. The Gujarat Titans were in trouble after losing their top order before his innings. Miller played well under pressure, anchoring the innings. He attacked deliberately via field holes and rotated. Miller’s hit gave the Titans momentum and stability.
The Purple Cap Winner:
The Rajasthan Royals’ veteran leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal earned the Purple Cap for winning the competition in wickets. Chahal got 27 wickets in 17 matches. An impressive 5/15 best bowling session showed his spin bowling talents. Chahal was accurate, controlled, wicket-taking, and bowled diverse. Batsmen had trouble reading his subtle fly, spin, and pace variations. Chahal destroyed opposition batting lines with the leg-break, googly, and flipper.
The Orange Cap Winner:
Rajasthan Royals’ right-handed batsman Jos Buttler deservedly earned the 2022 Orange Cap for best run-scorer. His 863 runs in 17 matches were remarkable. Buttler’s four centuries and four half-centuries showed his big-run potential. Buttler’s aggressive strokeplay and bravery at the wicket may wreck bowling attacks.
Prize Money:
The Indian Premier League (IPL) honours champions and prominent players. Gujarat Titans won Rs. 20 crore for winning the 2022 IPL. This big prize recognizes their talent and winning one of the world’s toughest cricket competitions. Rajasthan Royals, tournament runners-up, were also recognized for their season-long success. The team earned Rs. 13 crore, showing the IPL’s commitment to quality and competitiveness.
Obviously, like the other seasons of IPL, the 2022 season was thrilling and had the cheerful participation of all the best teams. The players offered their best performances in the games making not only the final match, but the whole tournament extremely enjoyable. This is where the success of IPL 2022 stays. It made the cricket lovers roar with thrill and excitement for their favorite teams and players and witness some of the best moments in cricket history.
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