Former Indian cricketer Deep Dasgupta commended Rashid Khan for his exceptional performance during the Gujarat Titans’ 77-run victory over Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2026. Rashid’s impressive spell of 4-33 played a crucial role in Gujarat’s win, with his accurate and stump-targeted deliveries causing trouble for the opposition.
Dasgupta highlighted Rashid’s attacking line and pinpoint accuracy towards the stumps, emphasizing the spinner’s return to his aggressive form. He pointed out that Rashid’s ability to consistently hit the stumps was reminiscent of his best performances, leading to crucial wickets for Gujarat.
Analyzing Rashid’s bowling, Dasgupta noted that the majority of his deliveries were aimed at the stumps, resulting in three bowled dismissals and an lbw. He explained that Rashid’s effectiveness increases significantly against left-handed batters when he bowls over the wicket and targets the stumps with his leg-breaks.
Gujarat’s victory was anchored by Shubman Gill’s 84 and Sai Sudharsan’s 55, setting a formidable total of 229/4 before Rashid’s bowling heroics sealed Rajasthan’s fate in the match.
