Aakash Chopra, former Indian cricketer and renowned commentator, recently analyzed the Delhi Capitals’ strategy ahead of the upcoming IPL 2024 auction. He pinpointed two crucial areas where the team needs to acquire players to bolster their chances. Chopra highlighted the absence of strong lower-middle-order batsmen as a major concern.
The release of Phil Salt, Rilee Rossouw, and Rovman Powell has left the team lacking firepower in the latter stages of the innings. He emphasized the need for reinforcements in this vital position.
“They have released Phil Salt, who was playing decently. They have released Rilee Rossouw and Rovman Powell as well. So who will bat down the order? They were a top-heavy team till last year and they are still a top-heavy team. So this team’s biggest problem is their lower-middle-order batting. They need lower-middle-order batters, so they will have to buy everyone who bats there,” Aakash Chopra said on his YouTube channel.
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The availability of South African fast bowler Anrich Nortje remains a question mark due to fitness issues. This has prompted Chopra to emphasize the need for Delhi Capitals to acquire talented fast bowlers in the auction.
“They have released two left-arm pacers. They said they neither need Mustafizur Rahman nor Chetan Sakariya. They have left Kamlesh Nagarkoti as well. So they will have to buy fast bowlers because there is always a question about Anrich Nortje’s availability,” Aakash Chopra added.
There is good news for Delhi Capitals fans, as recent reports confirm Rishabh Pant’s potential return to cricket in the upcoming IPL season. He has been officially declared the team’s captain for the 2024 IPL, marking his comeback after a year-long hiatus.
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Following a disappointing ninth-place finish in the previous season, the onus is on Delhi Capitals to address these key areas during the upcoming auction. With a strong focus on acquiring lower-middle-order batsmen and fast bowlers, they hope to build a more balanced and potent squad for the 2024 IPL campaign.
