The former Proteas captain scored 62 off 39 balls (eight fours and two sixes) for the Bangalore Royal Challengers against the Rajasthan Royals before being run out.
The 38-year-old was involved in a 127-run partnership for the third wicket with Australian Glenn Maxwell (77 off 44 balls) as Bangalore posted 189-9 in their 20 overs.
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Du Plessis is the leading run-scorer in this year’s tournament, with 405 at an average of 67.50 and a strike rate of 165.30.
