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Images: RCB nail Pune in a thriller

Apr 18, 2012   (5 images)

Chris Gayle's fiery knock of 81 and a superb partnership between AB de Villiers and Saurabh Tiwary at the end helped Royal Challengers Bangalore edge past Pune Warriors by 6 wickets. Gayle is confident that his team’s win will give them the much-needed push in the tournament.

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RCB players celebrate after winning against Pune Warriors. AFP

 

RCB opener Chris Gayle produced a superb batting performance to steer his team to a last-over win against Pune Warriors. AFP

 

Pune Warriors fielder Rahul Sharma exults after taking a catch that dismissed RCB batsman Virat Kholi. AFP

 

Pune Warriors celebrate the dismissal of Royal Challengers Bangalore batsman Virat Kholi. AFP

 

Royal Challengers Bangalore batsman AB DeVilliers trips while hitting a six. AFP