IPL 2023: 3 Players Who Will Be Crucial for Delhi Capitals to Win DC vs RCB Match No. 50

IPL 2023: After starting the IPL 2023 with five consecutive defeats, the Delhi Capitals have actually bounced back well. Although it is very difficult for them to qualify from the position they are in, they can surely give it a go. DC has now won three of its last four games. However, they are in 10th place with six points and a NRR of -0.768.

The Capitals will square off against Royal Challengers Bangalore on Saturday at the Arun Jaitely Stadium in Delhi. Both teams have played once already this season, and RCB won that game by 23 runs. However, with some wins under its belt, Delhi can put up a challenge against Bangalore on Saturday. But for that, they need their big players to step up. Thus, we will talk about three crucial players for Delhi in DC vs RCB Match No. 50.

IPL 2023: 3 Key Players for Delhi Capitals in DC vs RCB Match No. 50

3. Mitchell Marsh

Mitchell Marsh didn’t play the last game against the Gujarat Titans as he was unwell, but DC somehow won that game. But prior to that, Marsh was the standout performer against Sunrisers Hyderabad with both the bat and the ball. The Australian all-rounder scored 63 of 29 and also picked up four wickets in the game.

It was a glimpse of how impactful Marsh can be and how he can win games single-handedly. Notably, he is fit for the selection, and his inclusion will give confidence to the team. The franchise will want him to play his natural game because he is a proven match-winner. Marsh has scored 94 runs at a strike rate of 130.56 and has taken seven wickets so far.

2. David Warner

The last few games haven’t been great for DC skipper David Warner. He scored 0 against SRH and 2 against GT in the last two games. However, Warner is still the highest run-getter for his team in the competition. In nine games, he has scored 308 runs at an average of 34.22 and a strike rate of 118.46, with four half-centuries.

Warner is a big wicket for his team because he can give a good start to the team and play a perfect anchor role. But if he gets going, there are not many power-hitters who can match the skill set the DC captain brings to the table. It is just a matter of one good inning, and every game from here on is a do-or die game, so one can expect an impactful inning from Warner.

1. Axar Patel

The Indian all-rounder Axar Patel has been the player of the tournament for DC in this competition so far. He has been by far their most consistent player. With his all-round skill, Axar gives the team the right balance. His improved batting skills have been the biggest positive for the franchise, and he is the second-best batter for DC this season.

Axar has made 238 runs in nine innings at an average and strike rate of 34 and 133.71, respectively, with a best of 54. He has also picked up seven wickets at an economy rate of 6.93. His cameos in the end have already given some success to the team, but DC needs to put him up the order to utilize him more. Axar will be the most impactful player for Delhi on Saturday.