Delhi Capitals skipper Rishabh Pant won the toss and elected to bowl first against Mumbai Indians in Match 20 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 at the Wankhede Stadium. Pant expressed his confidence in being able to chase any target at the Wankhede and mentioned that Delhi Capitals will be missing injured player Mitchell Marsh. Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya also made some changes in their squad, with Suryakumar Yadav, Romario Shephard, and Mohammed Nabi coming in for Naman Dhir, Kwena Maphaka, and Dewald Brevis respectively.
Delhi Capitals Outplay Mumbai Indians in IPL 2021 Thriller
In a highly anticipated clash at the iconic Wankhede Stadium, Delhi Capitals emerged victorious over Mumbai Indians in Match 20 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021. Capitals skipper Rishabh Pant, known for his aggressive batting, surprised many by opting to bowl first after winning the toss.
Match Summary
Mumbai Indians, led by Hardik Pandya, posted a competitive total of 137/9 in 20 overs. Openers Rohit Sharma and Quinton de Kock gave them a solid start, but Delhi's bowlers, led by Avesh Khan (3/15) and Kagiso Rabada (2/23), restricted them effectively.
In response, Delhi Capitals chased down the target with ease, reaching 138/4 in 19.1 overs. Shikhar Dhawan (45) and Rishabh Pant (33) provided the early impetus, while Marcus Stoinis (27*) finished things off in style with a six in the penultimate over.
Key Performers
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. Why did Rishabh Pant choose to bowl first? Pant stated that he was confident in his team's ability to chase down a target at the Wankhede Stadium, which is known for its small boundaries.
2. Who replaced Mitchell Marsh in the Delhi Capitals squad? All-rounder Cameron Green replaced the injured Marsh.
3. What changes did Mumbai Indians make to their squad? Suryakumar Yadav, Romario Shephard, and Mohammed Nabi were brought in for Naman Dhir, Kwena Maphaka, and Dewald Brevis.
4. Who won the Player of the Match award? Avesh Khan received the Player of the Match award for his impressive bowling performance.
5. What are Delhi Capitals' chances of winning the title? Delhi Capitals are considered one of the favorites to win the IPL 2021 title, with a well-balanced squad and a proven track record of success.
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