The fans are ready for an electrifying clash as Delhi Capitals (DC) square off against Gujarat Titans (GT) in the upcoming IPL 2024 fixture on April 24th at 7:30 PM IST, set to unfold at the iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Currently positioned eighth on the points table, Delhi Capitals are keen to enhance their standing, having secured victories in three out of their eight matches this season.
Meanwhile, Gujarat Titans hold the sixth spot with four wins from eight outings, showcasing their competitive edge in the tournament. In their recent outings, Delhi Capitals faced a setback against Sunrisers Hyderabad, succumbing to a 67-run loss despite Jake Fraser McGurk’s resilient 65-run knock. On the flip side, the Gujarat Titans rode on the heroics of Shubman Gill and Rahul Tewatia, clinching a thrilling 3-wicket win against the Punjab Kings in their previous encounter.
With both teams eager to bolster their position on the table, this matchup promises to be a riveting contest, given their history of evenly matched encounters. Notably, in their previous face-offs, both Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans have emerged victorious twice, highlighting the intense competition between the two sides.
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Anticipate a high-scoring spectacle, as witnessed in the previous match at the venue. Despite a brief interruption due to rain during practice sessions, the teams showcased their prowess in range and power-hitting, setting the stage for an exhilarating showdown on match day. With the head-to-head record standing at 2-2, with DC securing wins in Ahmedabad and facing losses in Pune and Delhi, the stage is set for a gripping battle where every run and wicket will matter.
Delhi Capitals (DC)
In the last game, Delhi Capitals (DC) faced the absence of Mitchell Marsh, and Ishant Sharma’s unavailability due to back spasms was another setback. However, there’s a glimmer of hope as Ishant was spotted during training, engaging in activities like sprinting, medicine ball exercises, and discussions with the physio. His condition is under evaluation, and a decision on his inclusion will be made closer to the match.
Probable XI: Prithvi Shaw, David Warner, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel, Lalit Yadav, Kuldeep Yadav, Anrich Nortje, Khaleel Ahmed, Mukesh Kumar
Gujarat Titans (GT)
Tristan Stubbs has been impressive against pacers this season, amassing 108 runs at a stellar strike rate of 174.19. Given his proficiency, Gujarat Titans (GT) might opt for more spin options to challenge him. Rashid Khan and Mohit Sharma boast impressive records against DC, bagging 21 and 14 wickets respectively. GT will heavily rely on them to maintain their dominance and secure further success in the upcoming match.
Probable XI: Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Shubman Gill (c), Sai Sudharsan, David Miller, Azmatullah Omarzai, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, R Sai Kishore, Noor Ahmad, Mohit 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
