DC Aim to Continue Momentum Against SRH in Visakhapatnam Clash
Fresh off a thrilling win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Delhi Capitals (DC) will look to extend their winning streak as they face Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam. The return of KL Rahul bolsters DC’s batting lineup, while SRH are eager to bounce back from a five-wicket loss against LSG.
SRH, despite their explosive start to the season, struggled in their last match. Their batting faltered, leaving captain Pat Cummins with the task of reviving his squad. Meanwhile, DC’s morale is high, especially with Rahul’s return after the birth of his first child. His presence strengthens a top order that struggled in the previous game, where DC were reduced to 65/5 before a stunning rescue act. Ashutosh Sharma smashed 66 off 31 balls, supported by Vipraj Nigam’s 39 and Tristan Stubbs’ 34, leading DC to victory.
DC’s bowling attack, featuring Mitchell Starc, Axar Patel, and Kuldeep Yadav, faces a stern challenge from SRH’s powerful batting lineup. Sunrisers were at their best in the season opener, racking up 286 runs, with Ishan Kishan’s blistering 106 off 47 balls stealing the spotlight.
The ACA-VDCA pitch is expected to be a batting paradise, with a hard surface ideal for big scores. In the last match at this venue, DC and LSG combined for 420 runs, highlighting its high-scoring nature. Winning the toss, teams may prefer to bat first.
Weather conditions in Visakhapatnam remain clear, with temperatures ranging from 33°C in the daytime to 26°C at night. Winds will vary between 15-30 km/h, and humidity is expected to stay below 85%.
