Former Indian test cricketer Akash Chopra spoke about the batting strengths of Delhi Capitals (DC) ahead of upcoming Indian Premier League(IPL) 2024.
Chopda said that they have a “destructive” top order.While speaking on his official YouTube channel, Chopra praised Prithvi Shaw for playing destructive cricket in Delhi’s top batting order.
“They have a destructive top order. Prithvi Shaw just hits. He has even hit six fours in an over. He did that against Shivam Mavi. Form – things have changed a lot from last year to this year. If David Warner wishes to hit, he does that very well. He didn’t make up his mind to do that last year,” Chopra said.
Chopra added that Australia’s Mitchell Marsh and the inclusion of Rishabh Pant after the deadly accident will help Delhi’s top order. South Africa’s promising talent Tristan Stubbs could bat at number 5 for his franchise.
“Mitchell Marsh also drives his car in flying gear. After that, Rishabh Pant. I have named him Rishabh ‘destructive’ Pant in any case. If I keep Tristan Stubbs at No. 5, his batting also stuns everyone. So the top five are absolutely mind-blowing,” he added.
The 17th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) will start on March 2. Defending champion Chennai Super Kings (CSK) will take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at MA Chidambaram Stadium.
Meanwhile, the Delhi Capitals will take against Punjab Kings in their first match in Chandigarh.
