Trent Boult would have received the ball in the final over from me without a doubt: Shane Watson

Regarding Trent Boult’s decision to not bowl the last over for Rajasthan, Watson said, “I would have definitely thrown him the ball.” When he has had the opportunity to bowl outside of the powerplay, he has given up a lot of runs.

But one thing you should know is that Trent Boult is averaging 14 runs per over this IPL, even when he is not in the powerplay.

At the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Wednesday, the Gujarat Titans (GT) handed the Rajasthan Royals (RR) its first IPL 2024 defeat, prevailing by a margin of three wickets. Rajasthan amassed 196 runs in the first innings while batting first, and Gujarat had to chase it down with the final ball. Match Center Live only saw Shubman Gill (72 runs) and Rashid Khan (24* runs, 1/18) dissected by JioCinema IPL gurus Eoin Morgan and Shane Watson.

Regarding Shubman Gill, Eoin Morgan said, “He is a sophisticated operator.” It seemed as though he would have to prevail alone in the game. They were losing wickets frequently, and his opening partner had been removed. However, he played several pressure-filled, nearly risk-free shots; he never appeared careless until he was out of the game. He’s currently among the top players in the nation and has remarkable control over his ability to score from beyond the area.”

Regarding Rashid Khan, Shane Watson said, “He’s just a real competitor.” He never plays a game without giving it his all and engaging in every way. It wasn’t going to be too long before he left his imprint on this TATA IPL again, even if he wasn’t at his best with the ball in the opening few games. Throughout his career, he has performed this task numerous times, and he is still quite young. There will be plenty more chances because real competitors who stand up for what’s right will always have the chance to dominate a match or competition.”

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I see why Sanju Samson might be hesitant to bring him into the bowling situation, but in a moment like that, where the game is at stake, you need your finest decision-makers to be ready to step up under duress. The tactical choice to shield Trent Boult from that particular moment and time would have come from the team. In retrospect, though, you choose your most seasoned player because of his increased likelihood of being clear.”