PBKS vs DC IPL Thriller: Why is it important for Punjab to win against Delhi

Punjab Kings aim to maintain momentum against eliminated Delhi Capitals in tonight’s IPL clash at Jaipur. Read more on Dynamite News

Jaipur: Today's Tata IPL match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals will be a thriller for fans. This match is important for both the teams, but especially for Punjab Kings, as they have already qualified for the playoffs while Delhi has been eliminated, reports Dynamite News correspondent.

When: Punjab Kings vs. Delhi Capitals, Saturday, May 24, at 7:30 PM IST

Where: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur

In this article, the pitch report, playing 11, and the recent form of the teams will be discussed first. The pitch report states that the match is being played at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, where the boundary length is between 70 and 73 meters will be a high-scoring match.

In the last few matches, the fast bowlers have performed well, and the second innings are more likely to see wickets falling.

Punjab Kings

Recently, having won three matches in a row, Punjab Kings is in a good form. Its playing 11 for this match includes players like Priyansaria, Vaibhav Prabhu, Shreyas Iyer, Nihal Vara, Mitchell Owen, Arshdeep Singh, and Yuzvendra Chahal. The performance of the top order has usually been good, but they flopped last time, so these players are expected to perform well in this match.

Delhi Capitals

The situation is a bit difficult for Delhi Capitals as they have been eliminated. Questions were raised on the fitness of the team's key player, Akshar Patel, but he is expected to play in this match.

Both his batting and bowling will play an important role. Apart from this, players like KL Rahul, Faf du Plessis, and Tristan Stouffes can also attract attention.

Bowlers like Kuldeep Yadav, Mustafizur Rahman, and Dushyanta Chameera can also get a chance in the team, but some questions are being raised on their bowling as well. Punjab batsmen look stronger against them.

Team Selection Tips

Priyansaria and Vaibhav Prabhu can be good options in the top order of Punjab Kings, especially when their record against Delhi has been good.

Delhi Capitals can have Akshar Patel and KL Rahul as captain or vice-captain, as both have the ability to become match winners.

In bowling, Arshdeep Singh, Chahal, and Azmatullah Umarzai can be important options who are capable of taking wickets.