The Delhi Capitals (DC) are set to continue their journey in the ongoing IPL 2024 as they face off against the Gujarat Titans (GT). The clash between these two teams will unfold at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, marking the 40th match of the season on Wednesday, April 24.
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DC vs GT: Match Preview
DC currently holds a record of three wins and five losses, placing them in a challenging position in the standings. Nevertheless, they will be striving to boost their position with a victory over Gujarat. On the flip side, the Gujarat Titans occupy the sixth position in the standings with four victories out of eight matches. While their campaign has been inconsistent, they aim to rectify this with a win, hoping to ascend the standings and remain competitive in the playoff race.
In the mid-table fray, both the Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans are in dire need of momentum as they enter the second half of the league phase.
The Capitals’ performance has been a rollercoaster ride, showcasing moments of brilliance alongside disappointments. While they’ve delivered four outstanding powerplay performances with the ball this season, they’ve also struggled, ranking second in conceding runs during the initial six overs, notably against Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kolkata Knight Riders.
Although the Capitals almost elevated their net run rate positively after restricting the Gujarat Titans to the season’s lowest total in their recent encounter in Ahmedabad, their joy was short-lived as Sunrisers’ Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma piled on a daunting 266 for 7 at the Kotla.
In their chase against SRH, the Capitals hinted at their potential future, with youngsters like Jake Fraser-McGurk, Tristan Stubbs, and Abhishek Porel displaying fearless batting. However, they face a stern test against the Titans’ spin attack, led by Rashid Khan, Noor Ahmad, and R Sai Kishore.
The Capitals boast their own spin arsenal, with Axar Patel impressing with dream figures despite a high-scoring game, and Kuldeep Yadav bouncing back after an initial onslaught to claim four wickets. They could exploit the Titans’ relatively slow top order and a middle order struggling with role clarity, a key factor in their previous successes. However, both teams’ spinners will grapple with the challenge posed by the venue’s short square boundaries, historically challenging for bowlers.
In terms of recent form:
- Delhi Capitals: LWWLL (last five matches, most recent first)
- Gujarat Titans: WLWLL
DC vs GT: Pitch Report & Conditions
The pitch at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi tends to be slow, offering assistance to the spinners. However, the relatively short boundaries encourage batters to play aggressive shots and accumulate runs quickly. Given these conditions, choosing to bowl first upon winning the toss might be the ideal decision.
Last year, the freshly laid pitches at the Kotla provided significant lateral movement and bounce, favoring the seamers. However, this season, the Delhi Capitals opted to play their initial home games in Vishakapatnam to allow the pitches in Delhi time to recover after hosting the WPL. Upon their return to Delhi last week, records were shattered as Sunrisers Hyderabad piled on a massive 266 runs, indicating a shift towards high-scoring matches. The curator anticipates another run-fest in the upcoming games.
Additionally, a thunderstorm disrupted both teams’ training sessions on the eve of the match, potentially impacting their preparations.
DC vs GT: Head-to-head
- Matches Played: 3
- Delhi Capitals won: 1
- Gujarat Titans Won: 2
- No Result: 0
- First Played: April 2, 2022
- Last Played: April 17, 2024
In their previous encounter, the Titans were bowled out for a mere 89 runs, a total that the Capitals comfortably chased down in just 8.5 overs. The pivotal role played by the Capitals’ fast bowlers, including Mukesh Kumar, Ishant Sharma, and Khaleel Ahmed, proved instrumental in securing the victory for DC on that evening in Ahmedabad.
DC vs GT: Team News and Impact Player Strategy
Delhi Capitals
In terms of team news and impact player strategy for the Delhi Capitals, they face challenges with Mitchell Marsh ruled out for the rest of the campaign due to a hamstring strain, while Ishant Sharma’s participation remains uncertain as he manages back spasms.
To address these absences, potential adjustments are on the cards. Depending on the team’s strategy, Prithvi Shaw could be substituted for either Khaleel Ahmed or Mukesh Kumar, with the decision based on whether the Capitals bat or bowl first. Additionally, if batting becomes a concern and they require an extra impact player, they might opt to bring in Jharkhand’s Kumar Kushagra to bolster their lineup.
Predicted XII:
- Prithvi Shaw
- David Warner
- Jake Fraser McGurk
- Rishabh Pant (C & WK)
- Tristan Stubbs
- Abhishek Porel
- Axar Patel
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Khaleel Ahmed
- Ishant Sharma
- Mukesh Kumar
- Sumit Kumar
Gujarat Titans
The Titans are expected to make a strategic swap between Sai Sudharsan and Mohit Sharma as the Impact Player, contingent on whether they bat or bowl first. While Sudharsan’s performances have been average, Mohit has showcased impressive skill, boasting the fifth-best economy rate in the death overs among bowlers who have bowled at least 10 overs since IPL 2023. This tactical adjustment aims to optimize the team’s performance based on the match situation and requirements.
Predicted XII:
- Wriddhiman Saha (wk)
- Shubman Gill (c)
- Kane Williamson
- Azmatullah Omarzai
- Abhinav Manohar
- Rahul Tewatia
- Rashid Khan
- Ravisrinivasan Sai Kishore
- Noor Ahmad
- Sandeep Warrier
- Mohit Sharma
- Sai Sudharsan
DC vs GT: Match Prediction
Scenario 1:
- Delhi Capitals win the toss and bowl.
- Power Play score: 50-60.
- First Innings Score: 170-180.
- Result: Delhi Capitals win the match.
Scenario 2:
- Gujarat Titans win the toss and bowl.
- Power Play score: 60-70.
- First Innings Score: 180-190.
- Result: Gujarat Titans win the match.
DC vs GT: Dream 11 Fantasy Prediction
Team 1:
- Keeper: Rishab Pant
- Batsmen: David Warner (vc), Prithvi Shaw, Shubman Gill (c), Sai Sudharsan, Tristan Stubbs
- All-rounders: Axar Patel
- Bowlers: Mohit Sharma, Kuldeep Yadav, Rashid Khan, Khaleel Ahmed
Team 2:
- Keeper: Rishab Pant (vc)
- Batsmen: David Warner, Prithvi Shaw, Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan (c)
- All-rounders: Axar Patel
- Bowlers: Mohit Sharma, Kuldeep Yadav, Rashid Khan, Khaleel Ahmed, Noor Ahmad
When and Where to Watch the Match: Streaming & Broadcast Details
What: Delhi Capitals (DC) vs Gujarat Titans (GT) IPL 2024
When: 7:30 PM IST, Wednesday– April 24
Where: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Where to watch DC vs GT Live Streaming: JioCinema app for FREE
Where to watch DC vs GT Live Telecast: Star Sports
