Delhi Capitals (DC) defeated Gujarat Titans (GT) by a convincing six-wicket margin in the 2024 IPL match played at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. After restricting GT to a paltry 89 runs, DC chased down the target in just 8.5 overs, showcasing their dominance.
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GT’s Batting Flop
Opting to field first, DC bowlers ran riot, dismantling the GT batting line-up. Young pacer Mukesh Kumar scalped three wickets, while Ishant Sharma and Tristan Stubbs chipped in with two wickets each. The Gujarat innings folded for a mere 89 runs in 17.3 overs, with Rashid Khan being the lone warrior with a score of 31 runs.
DC’s Clinical Chase
Chasing a modest target, DC openers Prithvi Shaw and Jake Fraser-McGurk got off to a quick start. However, McGurk’s aggressive approach, reflected in his quickfire 20 runs off just 10 balls, was short-lived as he departed soon after. His knock, laced with two boundaries and two sixes, set the tone for the chase.
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McGurk Credits Natural Aggression
Speaking after the match, McGurk highlighted the importance of maintaining a healthy Net Run Rate (NRR) for DC. He expressed his delight at working under the legendary Ricky Ponting and spoke about his natural inclination towards aggressive batting.
“It’s pretty surreal, you have to pinch yourself to have played along with Ricky Ponting,” said McGurk. “We have now got the confidence going… I didn’t need a second invitation to get going, that was my natural game,” he added in the post-match presentation.
Rishabh Pant Shines Behind the Wickets
Despite losing a few wickets after McGurk’s dismissal, DC skipper Rishabh Pant ensured a comfortable victory with his unbeaten knock of 16 runs. Pant’s impressive glovework behind the stumps also earned him the ‘Player of the Match’ award.
Points Table Update
With this win, DC climbs to the sixth position in the points table, with three wins and four losses. GT, on the other hand, slumps to the seventh spot with the same win-loss record.
The win against GT showcases DC’s growing confidence and their ability to chase down targets effectively. Youngster Jake Fraser-McGurk’s aggressive batting approach seems to be a key factor in their recent success.
