Delhi Capitals (DC) are preparing to take it over Mumbai Indians (MI) in game 43 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Saturday (April 27). DC currently sit sixth in the points table with a record of four wins from nine games and will go into the competition with a sense of confidence and momentum on their side. In contrast, MI find themselves in the bottom four spots of the points table having won three of their eight games so far. MI sit in 8th place and will be looking to improve their standing and make a clear statement against the confident DC side.
DC vs. MI: Head-to-Head Records:
- DC and MI have played each other 34 times since the inception of the IPL in 2008.
- Their encounters showed balance, but Mumbai still has a clear advantage over Delhi. With 19 wins under their belt, MI have always prevailed, while DC have triumphed in 15 games.
- MI and DC clashed 11 times in matches at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. DC have maintained dominance in these encounters, emerging victorious on home soil six times. On the other hand, MI have claimed victory five times during their visits to the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
Overview of Delhi Capitals (DC):
Despite not getting off to a good start, Delhi has bounced back strongly and won three of the last four games. The best thing is the trust with which Rishabh pants has led the team, both with the bat and behind the stumps. But above all the speed attack Anrich Nortjehad a poor run in which he failed to create breakthroughs or stop the flow of runs, which could become a hurdle for Delhi.
DC’s expected starting XI for the IPL 2024 match against MI:
- Prithvi Shaw
- Jake Fraser McGurk
- Shai Hope
- Tristan Stubbs
- Rishabh pants
- Sumit Kumar
- Abhishek Porel
- Axar Patel
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Anrich Nortje
- Khaleel Ahmed
Squad characteristics:
- In a formidable lineup, Shaw’s explosive hitting game leads the batting attack and sets the pace for the team’s innings. Fraser-McGurk’s calm presence brings stability to the middle class, along with Hope’s consistent performances. A dynamic all-rounder, Stubbs adds to the team’s versatility with his ability to contribute with both bat and ball.
- Pant’s lightning-fast glove work behind the stumps is matched only by his powerful shots at the crease. Sumit’s mature approach with the bat adds depth to the batting line-up, while Porel’s all-round abilities make valuable contributions at crucial moments.
- In bowling, Axar’s deft spin and Kuldeep’s wrist spin provide the necessary variety and trickery in the attack. Nortje’s fast pace poses a constant threat to the opposition batters, while Khaleel’s swing bowling adds finesse and completes the impressive bowling line-up.
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Overview of Mumbai Indians (MI):
Mumbai has become a pale shadow of what was once the champion and dominant team. While the other batters have performed through remarkable cricket, their main trump card is with the bat, Suryakumar Yadavapart from outstanding counterattacks Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), failed to break single digits in his four appearances. When it comes to bowling, however, the team relies entirely on the magic of Jasprit Bumrah.
MI’s expected starting XI for the IPL match against DC:
- Ishan Kishan (week)
- Rohit Sharma
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Tilak Varma
- Hardik Pandya (c)
- Tim David
- Nehal Wadhera
- Gerald Coetzee
- Piyush Chawla
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Nuwan Thushara
A closer look:
- Kishan takes the gloves behind the stumps and adds stability and firepower to the batting line-up. Rohit and Suryakumar, alongside Kishan, form a formidable front group that can set the tone with explosive starts.
- Varma brings stability to the middle order, complemented by Hardik’s leadership qualities and all-round abilities. David’s finishing skills add depth to the batting line-up while Wadhera provides additional stability in the middle line.
- In the bowling department, Coetzee, Bumrah and Thosehara lead the pace attack with their raw pace and ability to generate momentum. Chawla offers spin options and uses his experience and variations to trouble opposition batsmen. Together, this balanced Mumbai side has the firepower to challenge any opponent in the IPL.