The RR team was caught in weather turbulence while flying to Kolkata. On May 24, the Rajasthan Royals will face the Gujarat Titans in IPL 2022 Qualifier 1.
The Rajasthan Royals completed their IPL 2022 league stage with a five-wicket win over the CSK. A few days ago, thanks to Ravichandran Ashwin’s unbeaten 40 runs off 23 deliveries. The victory guaranteed them a spot in Qualifier 1 because they had a much higher net run rate than the Lucknow Super Giants. They will face the table-toppers Gujarat Titans in the final on May 24 at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
The RR team was on their way to Kolkata from Mumbai for the playoffs. When they had an unusual experience caused by natural causes. In fact, one of the squad members heard jokingly yelling ‘Bhai Land Karao. ‘ Then ‘Land Kara De’ as the mist made its way inside the flight.
What really stood out here that the other members, including youngster Yashasvi Jaiswal, were having a great time. During this time, there were also chants of ‘Halla Bol. ‘ The video concludes with the plane safely landing in Kolkata and all of the Rajasthan Royals descending.
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What actually occurred on RR Team flight from Mumbai to Kolkata?
Heavy thunderstorms have hit Kolkata. Thunderclaps can be heard in the above video, which may have caused some concern among the contingent members. According to reports, “winds blew at a speed of 60 kmph.” On Saturday, May 21, rain preceded by a thick cloud cover over Kolkata.”
Thunderstorms in the ‘City of Joy’ were so severe that the Asian Football Confederation Cup match between ATK Mohun Bagan and Basundhara Kings delayed for an hour. Bad weather is expected to play a role in the upcoming Qualifier 1, and if that happens, GT will advance to the finals, while RR will have to play the winner of Eliminator in Qualifier 2 on May 27.