IPL 2024, LSG vs DC: Delhi captain Rishabh Pant forgot the changes in his playing XI during the group match against Lucknow. DC made four changes with Jake Fraser-McGurk making his debut in the league.
Jake Fraser-McGurk makes IPL debut (Courtesy: Getty images)
New Delhi,UPDATED: Apr 12, 2024 19:29 IST
DC captain Rishabh Pant forgot to name the changes in their playing XI for the crucial IPL 2024 match against LSG at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium. The coin toss saw KL Rahul calling it right and opting to bat first, a decision that resonated with LSG's strategic preference for setting targets. The Super Giants were without their young pace sensation, Mayank Yadav, who was sidelined due to a side strain suffered in a previous encounter. This unfortunate turn of events paved the way for Arshad Khan to step into the limelight, adding a fresh dynamic to the LSG bowling lineup. Despite Yadav's absence, LSG's confidence remained unshaken, buoyed by their recent triumphs and the depth of talent within their ranks.
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On the other side, the Capitals, led by the charismatic Rishabh Pant, found themselves at a crucial juncture. With the season not going as planned, changes were inevitable. The return of Kuldeep Yadav, known for his wizardry with the ball, alongside Mukesh Kumar, promised to bolster the Capitals' bowling attack. However, it was the inclusion of Jake Fraser-McGurk, making his IPL debut, that captured the imagination of fans and pundits alike. Known for his explosive batting and hailed as a big hitter, Fraser-McGurk's entry into the IPL arena was highly anticipated. The Capitals, desperate to climb up from the bottom of the table, looked to their revamped lineup to ignite their campaign. Meanwhile, LSG aimed to continue their winning streak, leveraging their home advantage and the support of a passionate crowd.
Who is Fraser-McGurk?
The youngster had already represented the Dubai Capitals, DC's sister franchise, in the ILT20 this year and made a big impact during his time with the side. In the ILT20, he played three matches for the Capitals and scored 109 runs with a top score of 51 and a staggering strike rate of 213.72. Fraser-McGurk had played two ODI matches for Australia recently and made head turns in both matches against West Indies with the attacking intent he showed early on. Delhi Capitals will also be missing the services of England batter Harry Brook, who they had bought in the IPL 2024 auction for 4 crores. Brook decided to withdraw from the tournament to mourn his grandmother's death and be with his family. DC are yet to name a replacement for Brook.
DC Playing XI: Prithvi Shaw, David Warner, Shai Hope, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, Ishant Sharma, Khaleel Ahmed
LSG Playing XI: Lokesh Rahul (c & wk), Quinton de Kock, Devdutt Padikkal, Nicholas Pooran (vc), Marcus Stoinis, Ayush Badoni, Krunal Pandya, Arshad Khan, Ravi Bishnoi, Naveen ul Haq, Yash Ravisingh Thakur
Published By:
Saurabh Kumar
Published On:
Apr 12, 2024
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