Beating Delhi was ’sweet revenge’ – Warne
Shane Warne has called the return match between the Rajasthan Royals and the Delhi Daredevils a “sweet revenge”. Last time the two sides met, Delhi had walloped Rajasthan by nine wickets. That match was the first for both teams in the tournament.
“I am happy with the team’s victory, sitting on top of the table,” Warne said.
Warne also praised the all-round efforts of compatriot Shane Watson, who took two wickets and scored 74 off 40 balls in Rajasthan’s three-wicket win against Delhi in Jaipur. Read more
Courtesy: ind.cricinfo.com
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