The IPL 2024 has seen 15 successful matches to date. As the tournament was going into depth, the battle is becoming more intense. All teams are fighting to be the best. In the 16th match, Delhi Capitals will face Kolkata Knight Riders in Visakhapatnam. Kuldeep Yadav missed the last match due to a niggle. In this article, we will explore if he will play against KKR tonight or not.
Kuldeep’s Absence and Past Performances:
Delhi Capitals has started the season with setbacks. They faced defeats in their first two matches. After that, they registered their first-ever win against Chennai Super Kings. In a remarkable display, the team synchronized both batting and bowling to overpower CSK. Rishabh Pant and David Warner led with impressive half-centuries, laying a strong foundation. Khaleel Ahmed and Mukesh Kumar shone in bowling, supporting the team’s efforts effectively. It was a cohesive performance where every player contributed, marking a significant turnaround on the field.
In that match, Kuldeep Yadav missed being a part of the playing XI. He had a niggle in the last game. In the past fixtures, he showcased his bowling proficiency. In their inaugural game, they faced the Punjab Kings. In that match, he took 2 wickets in 20 runs with an economy rate of 5.00. He continued showing his excellence in the next game against Rajasthan Royals. He took 1 wicket against them. He is the face of DC’s spin department.
After missing the last match due to injury, Kuldeep Yadav is anticipated to make a comeback to the XI. His return is seen as a major lift for DC’s bowling lineup, as the in-form spinner is expected to enhance the team’s bowling prowess with his valuable contributions.
An Intense Fixture on the Way:
KKR aims to maintain their impressive form in IPL 2024 against Delhi Capitals at Visakhapatnam’s Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium. Gautam Gambhir‘s arrival has revitalized the team, resulting in a revamped unit. With power-packed batting displays and Sunil Narine‘s return to the top order, KKR has started the season strong with two consecutive wins. With those two wins, they collected 4 points with a strike rate of +1.047.Â
DC enters the match against KKR with confidence after defeating CSK, eager to extend their winning streak. Despite DC’s past dominance over KKR with four wins in five encounters, current form hints at a close contest.
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