Delhi Capitals IPL 2024. (Source -IPL)
Hosts Rajasthan Royals (RR), the inaugural winners of IPL, are all set to lock horns against Delhi Capitals (DC) in Match 9 of the ongoing 17th Indian Premier League (IPL 2024) edition. The high-octane clash is slated to be contested on Thursday, March 28, at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, in Jaipur.
RR, fresh off a convincing win over Lucknow Super Giants, will be high on confidence as they aim to secure their second victory of the tournament. With a formidable batting lineup boasting the likes of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Jos Buttler, RR poses a significant threat to DC’s aspirations. They have a very strong bowling lineup with names like Trent Boult, as well as the spin duo of Ravi Ashwin and Yuzvendra Chahal, who are poised to challenge the DC batters.
On the other hand, DC, led by Rishabh Pant, are yet to taste victory in the IPL this season. Despite a strong top-order featuring David Warner and Mitchell Marsh, DC will need to up their game to overcome the challenge posed by RR. Their batting still appears weaker on paper compared to Rajasthan Royals. In such a scenario, their bowlers, led by Kuldeep Yadav’s mystery spin, will aim to contain the potent RR batting lineup and limit them to a modest total.
Weather and Pitch Report:
The weather forecast for Jaipur indicates cloudy conditions with no threat of rain, ensuring an uninterrupted contest. However, the humidity levels are expected to be low, providing ideal playing conditions for both teams.
The pitch at Jaipur is likely to favour batters, with a high-scoring encounter anticipated. Bowlers from both sides will face a tough task containing the opposition’s batting firepower, with a par score expected to be around 200 runs in the first innings.
With both teams aiming for a crucial victory, cricket enthusiasts can anticipate an enthralling contest between RR and DC. RR will be eager to maintain their momentum, while DC will be determined to secure their first win and get on the points table.
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