It hasn’t been a good season for Delhi Capitals at their home base. They have lost three out of five home-bound fixtures. Well, Capitals have been prolific in this season by winning five matches out of six away fixtures. They recently romp past Rajasthan Royals (RR) to make an impact. On the other side, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) went on to win three consecutive games following a miserable show in this IPL 2019 season. Before briefing about Delhi Capitals’ Predicted Playing XI, it will be a litmus test for the visitors who would want to continue their show, of late.
Currently, Capitals are placed third with seven wins in 11 games, whereas, RCB has shown some promise by winning four in the same number of games.
Here’s the Delhi Capitals’ Predicted Playing XI:
Prithvi Shaw:
Following a timid show, young opener Prithvi Shaw has played an impactful knock in the previous game against Royals. He scored 39-ball 42. He would be a key player for Capitals to continue their supreme show.
Shikhar Dhawan:
Shikhar Dhawan hasn’t done much, but on occasions, he has left an impact with his brisk run-scoring ability. While registering a quickfire 54 off 27, Dhawan would want to give a solid start to the hosts.
Shreyas Iyer:
Despite a failure in the last game, skipper Shreyas Iyer has done his job in most of the games for his team. He is the vital cog in the wheel of Capitals’ batting set-up. Iyer would want to spend quality time at a crease.
Rishabh Pant:
The rising star Rishabh Pant has already warned the bowlers. Known for his hard-hitting prowess, Pant has somewhat learned the trait of defining his role pretty solidly.
He is the crucial figure in Capitals’ line-up. Following a match-winning whirlwind knock off 36-ball 36. Pant is eyeing to walk out unbeaten again.
Colin Ingram:
Colin Ingram, who had a mixed show has more responsibility on his shoulders given to his essential batting position. He has the role in changing gears, in a bid to provide impetus to Capitals. So far, he was founding wanted in this season.
Sherfane Rutherford:
The all-rounder in Sherfane Rutherford has struggled with the ball. But he’s also known for scoring runs at pace. So, it’s somewhat apparent that Iyer won’t think about too many changes.
Axar Patel:
Axar Patel also has a role to play as a pinch-hitter. He could leave much impact with the ball thus far. The prominent spinner has a bagful of tricks to deceive the visitors.
Chris Morris:
The bowling all-rounder Chris Morris will be crucial during the playoffs for Capitals. While riding on some clinical performances, Morris has faced the heat too for leaking the runs. However, he is hopeful of making a strong statement with his bowling show.
Kagiso Rabada:
Kagiso Rabada is topping the wicket charts of the IPL 2019 with 23 scalps. The Purple cap holder has bagged two wickets in his previous game in Jaipur. He has bowled meticulously in the blockhole to trouble the batters.
Amit Mishra:
The prominent face of Capitals, Amit Mishra, has three IPL hat-tricks to his name. He went wicketless in the previous game. However, given to the condition of the home pitch he has a significant role to play for his side.
Ishant Sharma:
The lanky local paceman Ishant Sharma managed to claim a solitary wicket in the previous out. He is keen to deliver in his first burst at the Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium, New Delhi.