Delhi Capitals’ (DC) struggles in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 continued as they fell to a 7-wicket defeat against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Eden Gardens on Monday, April 28. Their batting woes were further highlighted by the early dismissal of Prithvi Shaw, who ha?s been struggling for a? place in the playing XI.

Shaw, once touted as a generational talent, has seen his stock plummet in recent seasons. He was dropped for the previous match against Mumbai Indians (MI) but was given another chance against KKR. However, he failed to capitalize on the oppo??rtunity.

Reaction of Prithvi Shaw’s girlfriend

Despite a promising start, smashing three boundaries in the first over, Shaw fell cheaply in the second over. Vaibhav Arora‘s delivery found a faint edge on its way down the leg side, ending Shaw’s knock at 13. His dismissal was met with visible disappointment not only from the player himself but also from his girlfriend Nidhi Tapadia, who was watching the game from the stands.

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A comfortable win for KKR

Shaw’s early exit added to DC’s woes. The loss of the dangerous Jake-Fraser-McGurk soon after further crippled their b??atting, leaving the?m with a below-par total of 153 runs.

Chasing 154 for victory, the Knight Riders reached home comfortably in just 16.3 overs, with Phil Salt’s blazing 68 leading the way.

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The defeat puts Delhi Capitals’ playoff hopes in jeopardy. Their struggles with the bat, particularly at the top of the order, need to be addressed if they are to turn their season around.

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Delhi Capitals’ (DC) inconsistent run in the Indian Premier League (IPL) continue, and head coach Ricky Ponting is facing the brunt of the criticism. Despite years at the helm, DC remains trophyless, and their recent decision to drop Prithvi Shaw from the playing XI against Mumbai Indians (MI) has sparked debate.

Shaw, who has played a couple of decent kn?ocks for DC this season, was visibly unhappy with his exclusion. Cameras captured an intense on-field con?versation between him and Ponting at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, where the Australian coach appeared to be explaining the decision to a disgruntled Shaw.

Aakash Chopra and Suresh Raina express their concern over Prithvi Shaw’s exclusion

Former Indian cricketer Akash Chopra expressed surprise at the public nature of the exchange. “There’s no reason for such discussions to happen on the field,” Chopra said on JioCinema. “If this was a last-minute call, it’s a big mismanagement. Such things should be communicated well in advance. Shaw was retained by the franchise and has performed decently, so his absence is baffling.”

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Suresh Raina, another former Indian player, echoed Chopra’s concerns. “Shaw deserved to know about his exclusion earlier,” Raina said on JioCinema. “Ponting’s conversation with him should have happened in private, not on the field. Pre-match meetings are for a reason. Was Shaw dropped, or is he injured? The lack of clarity is unacceptable.”

The incident has cast a shadow over DC’s campaign. With their title aspirations dwindling, Ponting’s coaching and team selection decisions are under heavy scrutiny.

Delhi Capitals lies at 6th position in IPL 2024 table

The team captained by Rishabh Pant currently holds the sixth spot in the IPL 2024 points table, leaving their playoff prospects in doubt. Out of the ten matches they’ve played, they have secured five wins and suffered five losses. To clinch a spot in the playoffs, they must win at least three more games and improve their net run rate (NRR).

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On Wednesday (April 24), Noor Ahmad showcased his cricketing acumen early in the Indian Premier League (IPL) encounter between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Gujarat Titans (GT) at the esteemed Arun Jaitley Stadium, making a significant impact even before unleashing his bowling prowess. The Afghanistan spin maestro exhibited his exceptional fielding skills by seizing two pivotal catches in the fourth over of Delhi’s innings, rapidly dismissing both the openers in a dazzling display.

Double impact: Noor Ahmad’s twin catches

In an awe-inspiring feat of athleticism, Noor initially executed a routine catch at deep square leg, effectively removing the dangerous Jake Fraser-McGurk from the crease. Within moments, he further dazzled the spectators with an extraordinary display of agility and reflexes, lunging forward at an acute angle to claim a stunning catch and send Prithvi Shaw packing.

Acrobatic agility: Noor’s stunning catch

Shaw’s attempted pull shot off the delivery from Sandeep Warrier initially seemed destined to fall short, casting a shadow of doubt over Noor’s ability to make the catch. However, displaying lightning-fast reflexes and unparalleled determination, the spinner swiftly closed the gap and executed a breathtaking dive to clutch the ball just inches above the turf.

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The umpire’s dilemma: Noor’s clean catch

Amidst the ensuing uncertainty regarding the cleanliness of the catch, the on-field umpires opted to defer the decision to the third umpire. Following a meticulous examination of the catch from various vantage points, the third umpire astutely determined that Noor’s right hand had indeed secured the ball cleanly, despite the absence of indisputable evidence. With no soft signal provided by the on-field umpires, the third umpire judiciously relied solely on visual evidence to render his verdict.

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Prior to Shaw’s departure after a brisk 11 runs off seven deliveries, Warrier already struck to dismiss Fraser-McGurk, who had exhibited early promise with a brisk 23 runs off 13 balls, including two boundaries and as many sixes. Nevertheless, his innings was abruptly curtailed as he lofted one straight into the eager clutches of Noor.

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In the 32nd match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Gujarat Titans (GT) will take on Delhi Capitals (DC). The clash will take place at Narendra Modi Sta?dium in Ahmedabad on Wednesday.

Gujarat’s IPL 2024 campaign has been a rollercoaster so far. Despite a strong showing, defeating table-toppers R?ajasthan Royals by 3 wic?kets, they sit at number six with 3 wins and as many defeats. Th?e Shubman Gill-led team will be aiming to capitalize on this momentum and cli??mb the ranks to secure a coveted playoff spot.

Unlike Gujarat, Delhi Capitals have endured a turbulent start. Inconsistent across departments, their only solace came in the form of a recent six-wicket victory against Lucknow Super Giants. With only 2 wins in 6 games, DC are? placed at the second last spot in the points table.

GT vs DC, Head to head record

In the high-flying IPL, Gujarat and Delhi have a short history, having only clashed three times. Despite the limited encounters, Delhi have dominated so far, taking two victories compared to Gujarat’s solitary win.

Gujarat Titans Overview

Gujarat Titans have started IPL 2024 with a mix of wins and losses, currently sitting at 3-3. However, their recent victory over the top-ranked Rajasthan Royals has injected a shot of confidence into the team. They’ll be looking to capitalize on this momentum and string together some wins in the coming matches.

GT’s probable playing XI for IPL 2024 game against DC

1. Shubman Gill (c)
2. Sai Sudharsan
3. Vijay Shankar
4. Abhinav Manohar
5. Matthew Wade (wk)
6. Rahul Tewatia
7. Rashid Khan
8. Umesh Yadav
9. Spencer Johnson
10. Noor Ahmad
11. Mohit Sharma

A closer look at each player:

Shubman Gill (c)

• Role: Opening batter and captain
• Strength: Excellent technique, ability to play long innings, consistent performer, and leadership skills.

Sai Sudharsan

• Role: Top-order batter
• Strength: Promising young talent, solid batting technique, and potential to score big runs.

Vijay Shankar

• Role: Middle-order batter and all-rounder
• Strength: Ability to contribute with both bat and ball, powerful hitting, and useful medium-pace bowling.

Abhinav Manohar

• Role: Middle-order batter
• Strength: Aggressive batting style, quick scoring, and ability to handle pressure situations.

Matthew Wade (wk)

• Role: Wicketkeeper-batter
• Strength: Experienced player, reliable behind the stumps, and can play aggressive innings when required.

Rahul Tewatia

• Role: All-rounder
• Strength: Big-hitting ability, useful leg-spin bowling, and known for his finishing skills.

Rashid Khan

• Role: Leg-spin bowler and all-rounder
• Strength: One of the best T20 bowlers in the world, ability to take wickets regularly, and handy with the bat lower down the order.

Umesh Yadav

• Role: Fast bowler
• Strength: Experience, ability to swing the ball, and can generate good pace.

Spencer Johnson

• Role: Fast bowler
• Strength: Young talent with promising speed, and potential to develop into a quality fast bowler.

Noor Ahmad

• Role: Left-arm wrist spinner
• Strength: Excellent variation and spin, has the ability to deceive batters with his deliveries.

Mohit Sharma

• Role: Medium-fast bowler
• Strength: Experienced bowler, known for his variations such as slower deliveries, and can be effective in the death overs.

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Delhi Capitals Overview

The Delhi Capitals’ IPL 2024 campaign has been a tale of two halves so far. Unlike Gujarat’s balanced performance, Delhi has struggled with inconsistency across all the three departments. The Capitals will be desperate to build on their recent win and find a winning formula. They’ll need all departments to fire in unison if they are to climb the points table and secure a coveted playoff berth.

DC’s probable playing XI for IPL 2024 game against GT

1. Prithvi Shaw
2. David Warner
3. Shai Hope
4. Rishabh Pant (c & wk)
5. Tristan Stubbs
6. Jake Fraser-McGurk
7. Axar Patel
8. Kuldeep Yadav
9. Mukesh Kumar
10. Ishant Sharma
11. Khaleel Ahmed

Characterstics of each player

Prithvi Shaw

• Role: Opening batter
• Strength: Aggressive batting style, excellent hand-eye coordination, and ability to score quickly in the powerplay.

David Warner

• Role: Opening batter
• Strength: Experienced player, explosive batting, strong against pace and spin, and known for his aggressive approach.

Shai Hope

• Role: Top-order batter
• Strength: Solid batting technique, consistent performer, and known for his ability to anchor the innings.

Rishabh Pant (c & wk)

• Role: Wicketkeeper-batter and captain
• Strength: Explosive batting, ability to change the game with his aggressive play, and reliable behind the stumps.

Tristan Stubbs

• Role: Middle-order batter
• Strength: Powerful hitter, innovative shot-making and potential to be a match-winner.

Jake Fraser-McGurk

• Role: Middle-order batter
• Strength: Versatile batter, good fielding ability and potential to develop into a key player.

Axar Patel

• Role: All-rounder
• Strength: Left-arm spin bowling, accurate with his line and length, and handy lower-order batter.

Kuldeep Yadav

• Role: Left-arm wrist spinner
• Strength: Excellent variations, ability to deceive batters with his spin, and a consistent wicket-taking option.

Mukesh Kumar

• Role: Fast bowler
• Strength: Promising young talent, potential to develop pace and swing, and ability to take early wickets.

Ishant Sharma

• Role: Fast bowler
• Strength: Experienced campaigner, consistent line and length, and ability to provide breakthroughs.

Khaleel Ahmed

• Role: Left-arm fast bowler
• Strength: Ability to swing the ball, good control over his bowling, and can be effective in the death overs.

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Delhi Capitals (DC) finally halted their losing streak in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 with a resounding six-wicket triumph over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), marking their second win of the season. Kuldeep Yadav emerged as the standout performer, wreaking havoc with his spin wizardry by claiming three vital wickets, including those of Marcus Stoinis, Nicholas Pooran and KL Rahul, effectively dismantling the opposition’s batting order.

Early hiccup and steady partnership

In pursuit of a challenging target of 168 runs, Delhi faced an early hiccup when David Warner fell cheaply, managing just 8 runs off 9 deliveries. However, the duo of Jake Fraser-McGurk and skipper Rishabh Pant steadied the ship with a resilient partnership, displaying composure and determination in their batting approach. Fraser-McGurk showcased his potential with a scintillating knock of 55 runs from 35 balls, while Pant led from the fron?t with a crucial 41 runs off 24 deliveries, guiding their team closer to victory.

Prithvi Shaw’s impact

In addition to Fraser-McGurk and Pant’s contributions, Prithvi Shaw made a noteworthy impact with his aggressive innings, scoring a brisk 32 runs off just 22 deliveries. Nevertheless, Shaw’s promising knock was marred by a reckless shot against Ravi Bishnoi, which resulted in his dismissal after?? being caught by Pooran??.

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Harbhajan Singh’s criticism

Despite striking six boundaries at a commendable strike rate of 145.45, Shaw’s dismissal drew sharp criticism from former India player Harbhajan Singh, who was providing commentary for Star Sports. Harbhajan’s frustration was evident as he openly expressed his disappointment with Shaw’s shot selection, suggesting that such unnecessary risks put Delhi in a precarious position. He went as far as to express a desire to physically reprimand Shaw.

“What was he doing there? If I were at Delhi Capitals, I would have beaten him continuously. There was no need for that shot, and he put Delhi in trouble. When you are batting well, you should make it count, but Prithvi has this habit of going for reckless shots. This should have been avoided,” Harbhajan said.

Jake Fraser-McGurk’s brilliant knock

Meanwhile Delhi’s victory over Lucknow was anchored by the stellar performance of debutant Fraser-McGurk, who showcased his batting prowess in his impressive knock included skillful shot-making and solid partnerships, notably a crucial stand with captain Pant. Pant himself played a significant role in the chase ensuring Delhi’s successful pursuit of the target of 168 runs.

Kuldeep Yadav’s excellent bowling

This impressive victory marked Delhi’s second win of the 17th season of the tournament, consolidating their position in the points table. Kuldeep’s exceptional bowling performance earned him the well-deserved accolade of Player of the Match. Yadav’s mastery with the ball was evident as he claimed three vital wickets from his allotted four overs, playing a pivotal role in restricting Lucknow’s batting lineup and setting the stage for Delhi’s successful run chase.

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