IPL: Watson knock sinks Daredevils

Shane Watson cracked a scorching 74 to lead Rajasthan Royals to a three-wicket victory over Delhi Daredevils in the Indian Premier League on Sunday.

The Australian needed just 40 balls to compile the match-winning knock as the Royals reached their target of 157 with five balls to spare to open up a two-point lead at the top of the table and condemn Delhi to a third straight defeat. Read more
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