In the forthcoming clash of the IPL 2024 season, Gujarat Titans will lock horns with Delhi Capitals at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on April 17th. Gujarat Titans currently stand sixth on the points table, while Delhi Capitals occupy the ninth position. Having contested six matches each this season, Gujarat Titans have secured victory in three encounters, whereas Delhi Capitals have managed to win two.
In their recent outing against Rajasthan Royals, Gujarat Titans clinched a nail-biting victory by 3 wickets, with Shubman Gill’s stellar knock of 72 runs leading the charge. Conversely, Delhi Capitals emerged triumphant against Lucknow Super Giants in their previous match, winning by 6 wickets, with Jake Fraser-McGurk and Rishabh Pant contributing 55 runs and 41 runs, respectively.
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With a history of three encounters between them in this format, Gujarat Titans have emerged victorious in two matches, while Delhi Capitals have tasted victory once. Notably, out of the three games played at this venue so far, only one witnessed a high-scoring affair. The weather forecast suggests soaring temperatures for the match.
Head to head: GT 2 – DC 1. In their previous meeting, Delhi Capitals clinched a thrilling victory in a low-scoring encounter at the same venue. They will aim for a repeat performance.
Gujarat Titans (GT)
The potential return of David Miller could provide a significant boost for the Gujarat Titans. However, his inclusion might require the team to make some adjustments, such as reintroducing Wriddhiman Saha or omitting Noor Ahmed from the playing XI. With Shubman Gill’s impressive track record against bowlers like Ishant Sharma, Axar Patel, and Kuldeep Yadav, the Titans will rely on their skipper to anchor the innings effectively.
Probable XI: Shubman Gill (C), Matthew Wade (WK), Sai Sudharsan, David Miller, Vijay Shankar, Rahul Tewatia, Abhinav Manohar, Rashid Khan, Sai Kishore, Umesh Yadav, Spencer Johnson [Impact sub: Shahrukh Khan]
Delhi Capitals (DC)
Meanwhile, the Delhi Capitals continue to miss the services of Mitchell Marsh, whose return date remains uncertain. This presents an opportunity for the Capitals’ openers, Prithvi Shaw and David Warner, to synchronize their efforts and deliver a strong performance. Both batsmen hold an advantage against most of the Titans’ bowlers, with Warner maintaining a striking record against Umesh Yadav despite occasional dismissals.
Probable XI:David Warner, Prithvi Shaw, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Rishabh Pant (C&WK), Shai Hope, Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, Khaleel Ahmed, Ishant Sharma
Fantasy XI Suggestion 1:
Rishabh Pant, David Warner (vc), Prithvi Shaw, Shubman Gill (c), Sai Sudharsan, Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel, Mohit Sharma, Kuldeep Yadav, Rashid Khan, Khaleel Ahmed
Fantasy XI Suggestion 2:
Rishabh Pant (vc), David Warner, Prithvi Shaw, Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan (c), Axar Patel, Mohit Sharma, Kuldeep Yadav, Rashid Khan, Khaleel Ahmed, Noor Ahmed
