Rajasthan Royals' social media admin has odd request during DC match, fans reply comically

Match 7 of IPL 2021 between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Delhi Capitals (DC) is currently underway at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Having won toss, Sanju Samson invited Delhi Capitals to bat first. Rishabh Pant's side could only post a modest total of 147/8 on a pitch which has seen runs galore in last two games at venue.

RR vs DC live: Fans miss Steve Smith as Rajasthan Royals collapse while chasing 148 

Rajasthan got off to an awful start as y lost both openers Manan Vohra (9) and Jos Buttler (2) off Chris Woakes' bowling in  third over of innings with just 13 runs on board. Royals' misery was furr compounded in next over bowled by Kagiso Rabada as ir skipper and last match's centurion, Sanju Samson was dismissed for just 4, leaving m reeling at 17/3 after 3.3 overs.

David Miller and Shivam Dube played some meticulous cricket and just when it seemed like duo was forming a partnership of sort, latter was dismissed for 2 while trying to execute an expensive drive off Avesh Khan's bowling. Rajasthan were reduced to 36/4 after 8 overs. Twitter was abuzz after Rajasthan Royals' top-order collapsed like a pack of cards.

official Twitter handle of Rajasthan Royals also took to Twitter and posted a tweet. Looking at Rajasthan's dreadful situation, RR Twitter admin wanted fans to sympathize with team, which is why franchise asked ir fans to send hugs. Here's a look at RR's rare tweet.

Several comical reactions poured in on RR's tweet as fans pointed out decision to release Steve Smith as one of major reasons behind ir horrendous performance. Here's a look at how fans reacted.

RR vs DC live: IPL 2021 live score

At time of publishing this article, Rajasthan's scoreboard read 104/7 after 15.5 overs. David Miller is batting on 45 whereas Rahul Tewatia is unbeaten on 6. Royals need ar 75 runs from 42 balls to secure a win and get off mark on IPL 2021 points table. On or hand, Delhi Capitals will look to break partnership and bring Rajasthan's tail to  crease.

SOURCE: IPLT20.COM