Limiting GT to a lowly complete of 89 after opting to bowl, the Capitals’ bowlers displayed outstanding self-discipline and management to bundle out Gujarat in 17.3 overs.Subsequently, their batsmen chased down the goal in simply 8.5 overs with ease, highlighting their depth and ability.
This complete triumph not solely boosts DC’s confidence but additionally massively boosts their NRR. Delhi, who had been with out injured David Warner, registered simply their third win and second consecutive of this season, leaping three locations to sixth within the 10-team desk.
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This was DC’s greatest win by way of balls remaining (67), bettering their earlier one in opposition to Punjab Kings (57) in Mumbai two years in the past.
Largest IPL win for DC in balls remaining
- 67 vs GT, Ahmedabad, 2024
- 57 vs PBKS, Mumbai, 2022
- 42 vs Deccan Chargers, Hyderabad, 2008
- 40 vs CSK, Delhi, 2012
DC skipper Rishabh Pant, making a outstanding comeback to this yr’s IPL following a harrowing automobile crash, remained unbeaten on 16, showcasing his resilience and willpower. Jake Fraser-McGurk, an Australian batter, contributed with a brisk 20 to help Pant of their pursuit of victory.
Pant’s stellar efficiency within the match has seen him amass 210 runs, together with two half-centuries, enhancing his prospects for a possible return to the T20 World Cup in June.
Behind the stumps, Pant exhibited his agility and sharp reflexes, initiating proceedings with a diving catch to dismiss David Miller off Ishant Sharma’s bowling. He additional showcased his prowess with two lightning-fast stumpings, sending again Abhinav Manohar and Shahrukh Khan in fast succession, courtesy of South African spinner Tristan Stubbs.
Regardless of GT’s struggles at 66-7, Rashid Khan’s gritty knock of 31 off 24 balls supplied some resistance earlier than he was caught behind, with Pant finishing a routine catch. Pant’s all-round contribution, each with the bat and behind the stumps, proved instrumental in DC’s commanding win.
