Faf du Plessis Blasts Unbeaten Half-Century to Guide Vista Riders to T10 Victory
IPL veteran Faf Du Plessis showcased his enduring form by leading the Vista Riders to a five-wicket victory over Northern Warriors in the Abu Dhabi T10 League. Chasing 113, the Vista Riders captain anchored the innings with a blistering, unbeaten 53 runs off just 25 deliveries, an innings that included six fours and two sixes.
Du Plessis set the tone early, establishing a 43-run opening partnership with Unmukt Chand. His aggressive yet controlled batting ensured the required run rate remained manageable throughout the chase. Despite losing wickets in the middle, Du Plessis remained firm at one end, guiding his team across the finish line with four balls to spare.
The victory propelled Vista Riders into second place in the tournament standings. Du Plessis' match-winning performance serves as a reminder of his elite fitness and consistent ability to deliver high-impact innings, skills that remain highly valued in franchise cricket globally.
IPL 2025 Opening Run Leaders | Position Analysis
Best run at Opening position in IPL 2025
| Rank | Player | Team | runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | RCB | 5009 runs | |
| #2 |
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“The Vista Riders captain added 43 for the opening wicket with Unmukt Chand before a series of small but effective partnerships from the middle order helped guide the team home comfortably.”
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