Delhi Capitals (DC) will take on defending champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the 13th match of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at the Dr. YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on Sunday, March 31. Under the leadership of Rishabh Pant, the Capitals will be looking to bounce back after losing both their matches so far in IPL 2024. DC started their IPL 2024 campaign with a four-wicket defeat against Punjab Kings (PBKS). They later lost to Rajasthan Royals (RR) by 12 runs in their last match.
Having yet to open their account, the Capitals are placed eighth in the IPL 2024 standings.
On the other hand, defending champions CSK have made a great start to the new season by winning both their matches under the leadership of new captain Ruturaj Gaikwad.
Super Kings defeated Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) by six wickets and followed it up with a comprehensive 63-run win over Gujarat Titans (GT) in their last match.
Ahead of another exciting encounter in IPL 2024, we take a look at the predicted XIs of both the sides.
DC probable XI
david warner
Australia’s David Warner has been the best batsman for DC in his first two matches. The southpaw batsman has scored 78 runs in two matches at an average of 39 and a strike rate of 141.81. Their aim against CSK will be to convert their starts into big scores.
Michelle Marsh
Like Warner, his opening partner Mitchell Marsh has also got a good start, but has failed to take advantage of it in the first two matches. The right-handed batsman has scored 43 runs at an excellent strike rate of 179.16. He will try to give another explosive start in Visakhapatnam.
Ricky Bhui
Despite failing to impress so far in IPL 2024, Indian top-order batsman Ricky Bhui may be given another chance. Bhui has recorded disappointing scores of 3 and 0 in the first two matches of this season. If he wants to cement his place in DC’s playing eleven, he will have to take advantage of the opportunity.
Rishabh Pant (Captain/Wicketkeeper)
Delhi Capitals captain Rishabh Pant has also failed to convert his good start into goals in the first two matches. Pant has scored 43 runs in two matches at a strike rate of 117.94. DC will hope that Pant can give his best performance against CSK on Sunday.
Tristan Stubbs
South Africa’s Tristan Stubbs played an impressive innings against Rajasthan Royals despite losing the previous match. Chasing 186, Stubbs scored an unbeaten 44 off 23 balls to lead the Capitals to an incredible win. He would like to continue his good form in Vizag.
Akshar Patel
Indian star all-rounder Axar Patel has contributed with both bat and ball in the first two matches for DC. Akshar has been economical with his left-arm spin, and has also scored some valuable runs lower down the order. If DC has to register victory over CSK, he will play an important role.
Sumit Kumar
Bowling all-rounder Sumit Kumar has had a somewhat disappointing performance so far for the Capitals. The Gurgaon-born cricketer will have to bring his A-game against the defending champions.
-Kuldeep Yadav
India’s star spinner Kuldeep Yadav has been the standout bowler for DC in their first two matches. The left-arm wrist spinner has taken three wickets in two matches at an average of 20.33 and an economy of 7.62. He can be the main destroyer for the Capitals in Vizag.
Enrique Nortje
DC fast bowler Anrich Nortje proved costly against Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur. Despite taking the wicket of Dhruv Jurel, Nortje conceded 48 runs in his quota of four overs. The Proteas pacer will aim to bounce back against CSK on Sunday.
Khalil Ahmed
Khalil Ahmed has provided some important breakthroughs for the Capitals in their opening two matches. The left-arm fast bowler has taken three wickets in two matches at an economy of 8.37. He will try to take some early wickets to put pressure on CSK’s batting order.
Mukesh Kumar
India international Mukesh Kumar replaced injured Ishant Sharma in DC’s playing eleven. The right-arm fast bowler gave away 49 runs in his four overs against RR. Before this he took the big wicket of Yashasvi Jaiswal. Mukesh will have to take a tough stand against CSK.
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CSK’s probable XI
Ruturaj Gaikwad (Captain)
CSK captain Ruturaj Gaikwad has made a good start to the new IPL season. The stylish right-handed batsman has scored 61 runs in two matches at an average of 30.50 and strike rate of 119.60. Their aim will be to score big against the struggling DC team.
Rachin Ravindra
New Zealand’s star batsman Rachin Ravindra has been exceptional for CSK at the top of the order so far this season. The southpaw has already scored 83 runs in two matches at an average of 41.50 and a strike rate of 237.14. He will aim to continue his excellent form on Sunday as well.
Ajinkya Rahane
Experienced Ajinkya Rahane is expected to retain his place in CSK’s starting eleven. Rahane has failed to convert his starts into big scores in the first two matches. Batting at number three, Rahane has scored 39 runs at a strike rate of 125.80. He will be keen to contribute against DC.
Shivam Dubey
Indian all-rounder Shivam Dubey continues to impress for CSK in IPL 2024. The flamboyant left-handed batsman has scored 85 runs in two matches at a strike rate of 166.66, while being dismissed once. He would like to continue his excellent form in Vizag.
darryl mitchell
New Zealand cricketer Daryl Mitchell has been included in the playing eleven of CSK this season. Mitchell has scored 46 runs in two matches so far and has also taken one wicket. He can play an important role for CSK on Sunday.
Sameer Rizvi
CSK’s new player Sameer Rizvi has shown a glimpse of his potential in his last match against Gujarat Titans. Batting at number six, Rizvi hit two sixes to take CSK past 200 at Chepauk. He will look to impress against the Capitals.
Ravindra Jadeja
India’s accomplished all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has been a match-winner for CSK since 2012. Jadeja has taken 152 wickets and scored 2,724 runs in 228 IPL matches so far. While Jadeja is yet to get a single wicket in IPL 2024, he has scored 32 runs in the lower order. He will once again play a key role against DC with his all-round abilities.
MS Dhoni (wicketkeeper)
Such has been the dominance of CSK that MS Dhoni has not yet batted in IPL 2024. The former India captain has staggering numbers, he has scored over 5,000 runs in 252 IPL matches. Dhoni will hope that CSK’s top order continues to shine against the Capitals.
Deepak Chahar
Deepak Chahar has been an integral member of CSK’s line-up since his IPL debut in 2018. Chahar has already had a good start to the season, taking three wickets in two matches at an average of 21.66 and an economy of 8.12. He would like to provide early success against the star-studded DC batting line-up.
Tushar Deshpande
Tushar Deshpande bowled a brilliant spell in his last match against Gujarat Titans. The right-arm pacer finished with figures of 4-0-21-2, dismissing David Miller and Azmatullah Umarzai. He would like to continue his good form in Visakhapatnam.
Mustafizur Rahman
Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman has been the highest wicket-taker so far in IPL 2024. The 28-year-old left-arm fast bowler has taken six wickets in two matches at an average of 9.83 and an economy of 7.37. He may trouble the DC batting order on Sunday.
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