Pandya To Be Dismissed By Khaleel, Bumrah To Get Pant; 5 Player Battles For MI vs DC

MI will take on DC on Sunday [IPL.com]

In the 21st group-stage match of the ongoing Indian Premier League season, Mumbai Indians will lock horns with Delhi Capitals at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. 

Led by Hardik Pandya, Mumbai Indians have been horrible in the tournament, losing their all three matches comprehensively. Similarly, Delhi Capitals have had a disappointing season, managing a solitary win in four appearances. 

Meanwhile, there are some on-field contests that might decide the match's outcome. So, as both teams get ready for an exciting game, let's analyse and find out the top five player battles to watch out for. 

Rohit Sharma vs Ishant Sharma

Rohit Sharma in action [AP]

Veteran Indian batter Rohit Sharma played two quick-fire cameos before recording a duck against Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2024. The experienced opener might struggle against DC's prominent pacer, Ishant Sharma, who has dismissed him thrice in T20s. 

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David Warner vs Jasprit Bumrah

This will be the most exciting face-off of the high-voltage clash between Mumbai Indians and Delhi Capitals. 

David Warner, who is in scintillating form, will try to capitalise of the field restrictions, with Jasprit Bumrah expected to emerge as his nemesis. Statistically, Bumrah has kept Warner quiet, dismissing him twice in the shortest format. 

Suryakumar Yadav vs Axar Patel

Axar has got SKY once [AP]

To the delight of Mumbai Indians' fans, swashbuckling middle-order batter Suryakumar Yadav has joined the squad after recovering from a sports hernia. 

Suryakumar, MI's go-to man in the middle overs, generally doesn't like facing left-arm off-spinners. So, his battle with DC's Axar Patel will be worth-watching. 

Suryakumar Yadav vs Axar Patel (in T20s)

Suryakumar Yadav vs left arm off spin (in the shortest format)

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Rishabh Pant vs Jasprit Bumrah

Delhi Capitals' skipper Rishabh Pant has showcased exemplary form since returning from a long injury layoff. However, Mumbai Indians might turn up to Jasprit Bumrah to get rid of Pant, which he has done six times in the history of the league. 

Hardik Pandya vs Khaleel Ahmed

Khaleel has dismissed Pandya 3 times [AP]

Mumbai Indians' recently recruited captain Hardik Pandya has struggled to perform with the bat in the IPL this season, scoring only 69 runs at an average of 23. The explosive batter has a poor record against Khaleel Ahmed, who might be a threat to him with his variations. 

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