3 Player Battles To Watch Out For In PBKS Vs DC IPL 2024 Match

David Warner will face a tough test against Rabada [X]David Warner will face a tough test against Rabada [X]

As the IPL 2024 kicks off, two franchises hungry for their maiden title will square off to break their trophy drought. Punjab Kings will take on Delhi Capitals in the second match at the newly completed Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on Saturday, March 23rd. 

Let’s take a look at the strategic duels between the top three players on each side, analyzing how batters handle bowlers and vice versa, determining the key matchups that could shape the outcome of the game:

Shikhar Dhawan vs Ishant Sharma

Ishant Sharma will provide a great challenge to Dhawan [X]Ishant Sharma will provide a great challenge to Dhawan [X]


It's no walk in the park for Shikhar Dhawan when he faces Ishant Sharma, especially in the opening overs. Dhawan's had a rough time against Sharma in IPL history, only mustering 36 runs off 31 balls, with Sharma sending him packing thrice.

David Warner vs Kagiso Rabada

Warner will face a tough challenge vs KG [X] Warner will face a tough challenge vs KG [X]

David Warner, the suave Delhi batter, has been a force to reckon with against Punjab Kings. However, he's had his share of struggles against Kagiso Rabada. Rabada has gotten the better of Warner five times in T20s, three of which were in the cash-rich league. 

Axar Patel vs Liam Livingstone

Axar Patel celebrating a wicket | Source: X.comAxar Patel celebrating a wicket | Source: X.com

Axar Patel is arguably the best weapon for Delhi Capitals. He excels with the ball in all three phases and will play a key role for his team. However, he'll face a stern test against Liam Livingstone, who loves to take on the spinners.

An aggressive batter by nature, Livingstone will look to target Axar and that is where the wily spinner has the best chance to scalp his wicket.