Match 56 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 pits Delhi Capitals (DC) against Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Tuesday. Led by Sanju Samson, RR lost to Sunrisers Hyderabad by one run in their last outing and are currently placed second in the standings with 16 points from 10 games after eight wins and two losses. Hosts DC, on the other hand, find themselves in the sixth spot with 10 points after claiming five wins and suffering six losses.
Ahead of DC’s clash with RR in Delhi, let’s have a look at the predicted XIs of both sides for this fixture.
DC Predicted XI
Abishek Porel
After a slow start to the season, Abishek Porel has progressively found his form in IPL 2024 and has accumulated 202 runs in nine innings at a strike rate of 151.87. Porel will look to continue scoring runs against RR.
Jake Fraser-McGurk
Australia’s explosive opener Jake Fraser-McGurk has been in sensational form for DC since his IPL 2024 debut. With 259 runs in just six matches, Jake boasts an average of 43.17 and an exceptional strike rate of 233.33, making him a key player at the top of the order for DC.
Shai Hope
Striking at 161.97, Caribbean batter Shai Hope has scored 115 runs in six matches and has been phenomenal in the top order for DC. The right-handed batter has provided a few quick-fire cameos and will be raring to produce a big knock against RR.
Rishabh Pant (captain and wicketkeeper)
The return of DC skipper Rishabh Pant has been one of the highlights of IPL 2024. The wicketkeeper-batter has smashed 398 runs in 11 matches at a strike rate of 158.56. The southpaw has hit three fifty-plus scores at an average of 44.22 this season and is looking confident ahead of the T20 World Cup.
Tristan Stubbs
South African hard-hitter Tristan Stubbs has been in scintillating touch in IPL 2024. The swashbuckling batter has amassed 277 runs in 10 innings at an exceptional average of 55.40. Stubbs who boasts a strike rate of 185.91 this season will play a vital role against RR on Tuesday.
Axar Patel
Indian all-rounder Axar Patel has gradually found form in IPL 2024. In 11 matches so far, Axar has picked up nine wickets at an economy of 7.24 and has also managed to score 149 runs with the bat. He could prove effective against RR’s right-handed batters in Delhi.
Rasikh Salam
Despite limited opportunities, Rasikh Salam has claimed six wickets in five games for Delhi Capitals this season. He will be keen to provide breakthroughs against RR’s strong batting lineup and is an important part of DC’s bowling unit.
Kuldeep Yadav
Kuldeep Yadav has emerged as one of DC’s best wicket-takers in IPL 2024. With his crafty spin variations and ability to deceive batters with his googlies, Kuldeep has taken 12 wickets in eight matches while maintaining an economy rate of 8.51.
Lizaad Williams
Lizaad Williams made his IPL debut against Mumbai but did not contribute significantly. However, the Protea pacer cloaked over 140 kph regularly and can be a lethal option against RR considering he has picked 107 wickets in 85 T20 matches so far.
Mukesh Kumar
Indian pacer Mukesh Kumar has emerged as the highest wicket-taker for DC after a slow start with the ball this season. Mukesh has taken 13 wickets in seven matches while bowling in difficult situations and he will be hoping to be among the wickets again against RR.
Khaleel Ahmed
Khaleel Ahmed is set to lead Delhi Capitals’ bowling attack in their upcoming fixture at home. Having already taken 12 wickets in 11 matches, Khaleel has also grabbed a spot as a travelling reserve in India’s squad for the T20 WC 2024.
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Prithvi Shaw
RR Predicted XI
Yashasvi Jaiswal
RR’s flamboyant opener Yashasvi Jaiswal returned to form with a match-winning century against Mumbai Indians. In 10 matches, Jaiswal has smashed 316 runs at a strike rate of 157.21 and he looked fearless in the Royals’ previous fixture against SRH.
Jos Buttler
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s opening partner Jos Buttler has also been in scintillating form this season. Buttler has scored 319 runs in nine games at an average of 45.57 and a strike rate of 149.76, including a magnificent ton against KKR. He will aim to produce another big knock in Delhi.
Sanju Samson
Sanju Samson has been one of the standout performers for the Royals in IPL 2024. The wicketkeeper-batter has amassed 385 runs in 10 games at an average of 64.17 and a strike rate of 159.09. Samson will be looking to take the game to the opposition when they face DC on Tuesday.
Riyan Parag
Riyan Parag has had a dream run with the bat this season. Batting at No. 4, Parag has smashed 409 runs in 10 matches at an average of 58.43 and a strike rate of 159.14. He will once again be key in the middle order for the Royals against DC.
Dhruv Jurel
Dhruv Jurel is another quality inclusion in RR’s playing XI and he has scored 103 runs in 10 matches in IPL 2024. With RR’s top-order firing, Jurel has had limited opportunities but is capable of making his presence felt in a game when needed.
Shimron Hetmyer
West Indies’ explosive batter Shimron Hetmyer is one of the top finishers in T20 cricket. Striking at 184.44, Hetmyer has finished a couple of games for RR this season and will be eager to help RR gain maximum points from their clash against DC.
Rovman Powell
West Indies’ T20I captain Rovman Powell is a match-winner on his day. The 30-year-old boasts a whopping strike rate of 193.93 and is expected to retain his place in RR’s playing XI against DC. He can also contribute with the ball and offers balance to the Royals’ lineup.
Ravichandran Ashwin
Veteran cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin can contribute with both bat and ball in the T20 format. However, Ashwin has picked up two wickets and scored only 55 runs in nine matches this season. That said, he’s likely to be backed by the RR think tank considering his vast experience.
Trent Boult
RR’s star pacer Trent Boult has provided early breakthroughs for the Royals in IPL 2024. The left-arm fast bowler has scalped 10 wickets in as many games at an excellent economy rate of 7.86 and could trouble the DC batting lineup on Tuesday.
Avesh Khan
Avesh Khan has been a big difference-maker for RR this season. The right-arm pacer has claimed 11 wickets in 10 games and will be crucial in the middle overs against DC.
Yuzvendra Chahal
Yuzvendra Chahal has been the leading wicket-taker for RR in IPL 2024. The star leg-spinner has already bagged 13 wickets in 10 matches and could once again be the wrecker-in-chief with the ball for the Royals in Delhi.
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Sandeep Sharma
