The Delhi Capitals (DC) have been one of the most consistent teams in recent years in Indian Premier League, reaching the final in 2020 and finishing runners-up in 2021. With the IPL 2023 season just around the corner, the DC squad looks stronger than ever, with the luxury of having all-rounders like Axar Patel. Though Delhi Capitals captain Rishabh Pant is not available for the whole IPL season, David Warner will take the captaincy role from him. In this article, we will take a closer look at three DC players, including Axar to watch out for in the IPL 2023 season.
3 Players to watch out for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2023
1. Kuldeep Yadav
The Delhi Capitals have been a strong team in the Indian Premier League (IPL), with a talented roster of players who have consistently performed well from last few years. One such player is Kuldeep Yadav, the left-arm spinner who had a fantastic season in the IPL 2022. With his impressive performances, Yadav has emerged as a key player for the Delhi Capitals, and he could be a contender for the man of the tournament award in the IPL 2023 season. He also performed well in the recently concluded IND vs AUS ODI series.
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2. Prithvi Shaw
Prithvi Shaw’s incredible form in domestic cricket has undoubtedly made him a strong contender for Delhi’s prime batter in upcoming IPL 2023 season. The right-handed batsman, who will be opening for Delhi Capitals, had a phenomenal outing in IPL 2022, scoring 283 runs in just 10 matches at an outstanding strike rate of 152+ and two half-centuries to his name.
Shaw’s recent exploits in the Ranji Trophy 2022-23 are a testament to his batting prowess. His scintillating form in domestic cricket is a clear indication that he can be a match-winner for Delhi Capitals in the upcoming IPL season.
If Shaw can continue his sensational form, he could well be in contention for the coveted ‘Most valuable Player‘ award. He has shown the ability to score runs at a brisk pace and dominate opposition bowlers. His aggressive approach at the top of the order can set the tone for Delhi Capitals’ innings and take the game away from the opposition. His partnership with David Warner will be the most exciting to watch in this IPL.
3. Axar Patel
Axar Patel was the star batter in the recently concluded Border Gavaskar Series in India. He was the only batter who was not dismissed by Nathan Lyon in the whole series. Axar’s form with the ball was a slight worry but he was exceptional with the bat. With Rishabh Pant being ruled out for IPL 2023, Axar Patel is expected to bat in the middle order with Mitchell Marsh. He will be the most important player for Delhi Capitals in this IPL season
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