India, May 25 -- Rajasthan Royals skipper Riyan Parag on Sunday said he trusts his instincts while making on-field decisions and credited a series of "brave" calls for the team's entry into this season's IPL playoffs after a 30-run win over Mumbai Indians.

RR posted 205 for eight before restricting MI to 175 for nine to clinch the final playoff spot, knocking out Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders in the process.

"I've taken a lot of brave calls this season, that's how I like to lead. I thought only Archer could get Hardik, and that's what he did. I always go with instincts over numbers in real-time decisions," Parag said during the post-match presentation.

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