Must-win game for Delhi Capitals to keep hopes alive
| Date | April 17, 2024 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad |
| Format | T20 |
| Series | Indian Premier League, 2024 |
Betting Odds
Our Predictions
- Shubman Gill has odds of 2.45 to be Gujarat Titans' best batsman
- David Warner has odds of 3.10 to be Delhi Capitals' best batsman
- Rashid Khan has odds of 3.10 to be the best bowler for Gujarat Titans
- Kuldeep Yadav has odds of 3.00 to be the best bowler for Delhi Capitals
MATCH PREVIEW
It is a decisive phase in the Indian Premier League 2024. The Gujarat Titans will take on the Delhi Capitals in the 32nd match as both sides look to keep hopes alive for the next round. The Titans defeated the Rajasthan Royals in a must-win game, and they have improved their odds with this victory. The Delhi Capitals also won a crucial game against the Lucknow Super Giants, and the side will look to build on this form. Both teams need to win this contest to reach the next round, and we expect to see a close contest.
Gujarat Titans Preview
Shubman Gill's side defeated the Rajasthan Royals by 3 wickets in the last game to move up on the points table. The side has failed to show consistency, which will worry Gill as they enter the most crucial phase of the tournament. The Gujarat Titans' captain will fancy his chances in this game as their opponents have also struggled this year.
Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill have done well at the top, and the side expects a strong start from this pair in this crucial game. In the middle order, Matthew Wade, Abhinav Manohar, and Vijay Shankar will look to take on DC's bowlers who have struggled with their consistency. Rahul Tewatia and Shahrukh Khan add firepower to the batting, improving the side's odds on cricket betting sites.
Umesh Yadav and Spencer Johnson will look to trouble DC's top order, which has been inconsistent. Early wickets can put the side in a strong position. Rashid Khan is the star bowler for the team, and his spell will be important. Noor Ahmed, Mohit Sharma, and Tewatia will look to keep the scoring rate under check.
Expected Starting XI for Gujarat Titans
Shubman Gill (c), Sai Sudharsan, Abhinav Manohar, Vijay Shankar, Matthew Wade (wk), Rahul Tewatia, Umesh Yadav, Rashid Khan, Spencer Johnson, Mohit Sharma, Noor Ahmad, Shahrukh Khan (Impact Player)
Delhi Capitals Preview
Rishab Pant's side has kept its hopes alive for a berth in the next round with their 6-wicket win against the Lucknow Super Giants in the last game. However, they are at the 9th spot on the points table owing to inconstancy from their key players. The side is down on cricket betting apps, and the bowling attack has let them down. They need a big win in this game to improve their prospects of making it to the playoffs. Pant would like a strong show from his players in this game.
David Warner and Prithvi Shaw haven't been consistent, and the side needs an electrifying start from the opening pair. Jake Fraser-McGurk did well in the last game and will look to build big partnerships with Tristan Stubbs and Pant in the middle order. The side lacks firepower in the lower middle order and expects a good show from Shai Hope and Axar Patel.
The bowling attack has been a massive concern for the side as they have failed to trouble opponents. The side will need a good show with the new ball from Khaleel Ahmed and Ishant Sharma. Jhye Richardson and Kuldeep Yadav are the key bowlers for the side, and they must stop GT's strong batting lineup from running away with the game. In the supporting roles, the side will expect a good show from Mukesh Kumar and Axar Patel.
Expected Starting XI for Delhi Capitals
Rishabh Pant (c & wk), David Warner, Prithvi Shaw, Shai Hope, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Tristan Stubbs, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Mukesh Kumar, Khaleel Ahmed, Ishant Sharma, Jhye Richardson (Impact Player)
TOSS: To Bowl First
It is a batter's paradise, and bowlers struggle on this wicket. Most teams have preferred to chase scores at this venue as batting becomes easier as the game progresses. The side winning the toss will look to bowl first.
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
The forecast is for clear skies over Ahmedabad on April 17. We expect a flat surface where batsmen can play their strokes freely. Bowlers will have a tough time on this track and must bowl in the right areas. The side batting first will need 200 runs on the board to feel confident.
OUR PREDICTION
The Delhi Capitals, despite their win in the last game, face a tough challenge in this contest. The bowling attack has been in poor form, and they need to come out of the shell and play positively to win this contest. The Gujarat Titans have an excellent record at home and a strong batting lineup, making them favorites.
Our prediction is for Gujarat Titans to win.
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