In the upcoming IPL 2024 match between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Delhi Capitals (DC) on Wednesday, April 16 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, both teams will be aiming to earn important points. It will be a crucial game for both sides as they look to secure a victory in the tournament.
In Match No. 32 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Delhi will face Gujarat at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday, April 16.
Delhi is entering the match with high spirits after defeating Lucknow in their previous IPL 2024 game at the Ekana Stadium. Despite the win, they find themselves in the bottom half of the points table. Rishabh Pant’s Delhi Capitals also need to boost their net run rate, which currently stands at -0.975.
Delhi fans are thrilled with the recent performances of their talented youngsters, Jake Fraser McGurk and Tristan Stubbs. McGurk impressed on his debut, scoring 55 runs off 35 balls with 5 sixes against LSG without showing any signs of nervousness. However, it was Kuldeep Yadav who received the Player of the Match award for his outstanding bowling figures of 3 wickets for 20 runs in his 4 overs.
Gujarat needs to maintain consistent performance if they want to secure a spot in the top 4. Unfortunately, they suffered consecutive losses against Punjab and Lucknow, which didn’t do them any favors. However, their recent 3-wicket victory against Rajasthan at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium should give them a much-needed boost and momentum going forward.
The DC and the GT have played each other three times since they first met in 2022. The GT have won two games, while the DC have won only once. In their most recent meeting, the Delhi Capitals defeated the Gujrat Titans by 5 runs.
In this match, the Capitals scored 130 runs for the loss of 8 wickets. They then restricted the Titans to 125 runs for the loss of 6 wickets at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Despite an excellent performance, Mohammed Shami, who took 4 wickets for 11 runs in his 4 overs, was awarded the Player of the Match, even though his team, the Capitals, ultimately lost.
In the upcoming match, Delhi Capitals face a dilemma with David Warner’s uncertain participation due to a left finger injury. The absence of Mitchell Marsh has already dealt a blow to the team, making Warner’s fitness crucial. Coach Ricky Ponting emphasized that Warner would need to undergo a fitness test before a decision on his inclusion can be made.
In contrast, the Titans receive a boost with David Miller returning from a minor injury, ready to join the squad against Delhi Capitals. Sai Sudharsan confirmed Miller’s availability for the match, suggesting that Matthew Wade might have to make way to accommodate Miller in the playing XI.
As the two teams prepare to clash, the contrasting fortunes of Warner and Miller underscore the unpredictability and challenges faced in the competitive world of cricket, where injuries and player selections can significantly impact a team’s performance.
In the recent game held at Ahmedabad, the batters reveled in the favorable conditions, with Punjab Kings successfully hunting down a daunting target of 200 runs against Gujarat Titans, clinching victory with just one ball to spare. The high-scoring nature of the pitch indicates that bowlers could face a tough challenge in the upcoming matches too. To secure a promising shot at victory, teams are advised to target a score of approximately 180 runs to stay competitive.
GT Predicted XI:1. Shubman Gill (c)2. Wriddhiman Saha (wk)3. Sai Sudharsan4. Vijay Shankar5. David Miller6. Rahul Tewatia7. Shahrukh Khan8. Rashid Khan9. Umesh Yadav10. Spencer Johnson11. Noor Ahmad
Impact Player: Mohit Sharma
DC Predicted XI:1. Prithvi Shaw2. David Warner/Abhishek Porel3. Jake Fraser-McGurk4. Shai Hope5. Rishabh Pant (c & wk)6. Tristan Stubbs7. Axar Patel8. Kuldeep Yadav9. Mukesh Kumar10. Ishant Sharma11. Khaleel Ahmed
Impact Player: Jhye Richardson
The Capitals might struggle if Warner is unable to play the next game. On the other hand, the Titans have received a boost with David Miller returning to the team. Given that the Titans will be playing at home, they are likely to be the favorites for the upcoming match.