IPL 2022, GT vs DC: Preview, stats, and Fantasy XI
Newcomers Gujarat Titans (GT) would be squaring off against a well-oiled Delhi Capitals (DC) in the 10th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022. Both GT and DC would be heading into this game on the back of thriller wins in their last encounters. GT beat Lucknow Super Giants by five wickets. Meanwhile, DC beat Mumbai Indians by four wickets.
Pitch report, timing, and TV listing
The MCA Stadium in Pune will host the encounter. The last game here witnessed a first-innings score of 210 (RR vs SRH). However, SRH could muster only 149/7 in 20 overs. The match will kick-start at 7:30 PM IST. The match will be telecast live on Star Sports Network. Viewers can tune into the Hotstar app (paid subscription) and Jio TV for live streaming.
Here's the H2H record
Delhi Capitals are yet to face Gujarat Titans in IPL. However, DC have an advantage over their rivals given they have played at the MCA Stadium in IPL. DC have a 50% win record at this venue, with three wins and as many losses.
Can Gujarat Titans build a win-streak?
Gujarat Titans held their nerves in the last match against LSG. It was GT's maiden win in the cash-rich tournament. Their batting department looks competent to tackle DC's bowlers. Meanwhile, GT have one of the experienced pace attacks of the tournament in Mohammed Shami, Lockie Ferguson, and Varun Aaron. Not to forget ace wrist-spinner Rashid Khan who could wind up with note-worthy figures.
Delhi Capitals look composed as ever
Batting-wise, DC's hopes and wishes lie on the opening duo of Prithvi Shaw and Tim Seifert. The presence of Rishabh Pant, Rovman Powell, and Lalit Yadav could set their scores ticking in the middle and death overs. Kuldeep Yadav could be expected to spin the game in DC's favor. Also, they have a bankable pace attack to topple GT's batters.
Who are the key performers?
As per Cricketpedia, Hardik Pandya (GT) has amassed 1,509 runs in 86 innings in IPL. He has struck at a rate of 152.89. He has also claimed 42 wickets. Rishabh Pant (DC) has hammered 2,499 runs in 85 matches in IPL. He averages 34.71. Ace leg-spinner Rashid Khan (GT) has taken 15 scalps in 12 matches against DC. He averages a mere 18.27.
A look at the probable XI of both sides
GT (probable XI): Shubman Gill, Matthew Wade (wk), Vijay Shankar, Abhinav Manohar, Hardik Pandya (c), David Miller, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Lockie Ferguson, Varun Aaron, Mohammed Shami. DC (probable XI): Prithvi Shaw, Tim Seifert, Mandeep Singh, Rishabh Pant (c & wk), Rovman Powell, Lalit Yadav, Axar Patel, Shardul Thakur, Khaleel Ahmed, Kuldeep Yadav, Kamlesh Nagarkoti
Dream11 Fantasy Cricket options
Fantasy XI (Option 1): Matthew Wade, Rishabh Pant, David Miller, Prithvi Shaw, Shubman Gill, Rahul Tewatia, Hardik Pandya, Lalit Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Kuldeep Yadav, Rashid Khan Fantasy XI (Option 2): Tim Seifert, Rishabh Pant, David Miller, Rovman Powell, Prithvi Shaw, Axar Patel, Rahul Tewatia, Hardik Pandya, Shardul Thakur, Rashid Khan, Khaleel Ahmed
