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Delhi Capitals: Where They Stand in IPL 2022 Points Table?

The IPL 2022 horns can be heard blaring, not from far, as the league is just less than a month away. The franchisees have been working on their strengths and weaknesses to get the best out of their teams’ abilities. One such team that all the followers of the Indian Premier League will be looking forward to this season is Delhi Capitals. In this article we have provided Delhi Capitals Strength And Weaknesses.

Delhi Capitals had an outstanding auction. They bought players they liked and those who they couldn’t, they made sure other teams pay huge sums for them, resulting in heavy dents on their wallets. To conclude, a tactical auction ensured them of a squad that looks the most stable on paper amongst its rivals.

Let’s take a look at Delhi Capitals’ full team squad:

Rishabh Pant, Axar Patel, Prithvi Shaw, Anrich Nortje, David Warner, Mitchell Marsh, Shardul Thakur, Mustafizur Rahman, Kuldeep Yadav, Ashwin Hebbar, Sarfaraz Khan, KS Bharat,  Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Mandeep Singh, Khaleel Ahmed, Chetan Sakariya, Lalit Yadav, Ripal Patel, Yash Dhull, Rovman Powell, Pravin Dubey, Lungi Ngidi, Tim Seifert, Vicky Ostwal.

One of the best buys of IPL 2022 Mega Auction has to be David Warner’s. As many call it, warner was bought at a ‘penny price’ given his rapport and influence on the game over the years. He along with Prithvi Shaw, the dynamic duo, opening for Delhi Capitals will be a delight to watch and bring a lot of character to the team.

The lord Shardul Thakur was amongst the most sought players of the auction. His contribution with the bat in recent times has proved to be crucial and his addition in the team will be a beneficial one.

Anrich Nortje, Lungi Ngidi, Mustafizur Rehman, Chetan Sakariya with versatile Mitchell Marsh and Shardul Thakur, the list of Delhi Captain’s pace attack seems endless. The players are quality. Although most of them will join the team later and may miss the first few games but having a big quality bench should keep them worry-free. 

The team looks like a good balance of batters, all-rounders, and bowlers. They may miss the expertise of Ashwin in the spin department but the inclusion of Kuldeep Yadav is a great replacement. Axar Patel’s development over the past few months is great news for DC.

The influence of Ricky Ponting, the legend, has had a great influence on the team since he joined them. It has helped them build a good character and according to many players, their outlook and approach in the field changed manifolds. His presence along with other staff, who know how to handle players and push them to be better is a great influence on the team. 

Delhi Capitals Strength And Weaknesses:

Delhi Capitals Strengths:

They have a new deadly opening batting pair in the form of – Prithvi Shaw and David Warner.

Mitchell Marsh will add up the dynamic nature in the middle.

Delhi Capitals Weakness:

They will miss the services of Rabada in this edition.

DC might struggle in the middle order – because of some inexperienced players.

Matchup Reviews: Predicted Wins and Losses for IPL-2022:

M1 MI M2 GT M3 LSG M4 KKR M5 RCB M6 PBKS M7 RR
DC WIN WIN WIN/LOSE WIN WIN WIN/LOSE WIN/LOSE
M8 KKR M9 LSG M10 SRH M11 CSK M12 RR M13 PBKS M14 MI
DC WIN/LOSE WIN WIN WIN WIN/LOSE LOSE WIN/LOSE

 

Just like the previous season, Delhi Capitals seems like the top contenders to win the tournament. They have multiple quality playing 11 and a core of Indian youngsters that is important to be consistent as the league progresses. With the coach and captain who have a great understanding of how to build a team build the best team, Delhi Capitals are sure to do wonders this season.