Pant To Lead, Harry Brook In Middle Order; Here's DC's Best Playing XI For IPL 2024

image-lqdv8t13Rishabh Pant is set to lead Delhi Capitals in IPL 2024 (iplt20.com)

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 auction, a spectacle of strategic planning and intense bidding wars, culminated this Tuesday, leaving cricket fans buzzing with excitement. Delhi Capitals, one of the ten franchises, emerged with a strengthened squad, ready to take on the challenges of the upcoming season.

Delhi Capitals, with a keen eye on balance and firepower, filled their 9 available slots, including 4 crucial overseas positions, with some stellar picks. 

The highlight of their auction strategy was the acquisition of young wicket-keeper batter Kumar Kushagra for Rs. 7.20 crore. Kushagra, known for his agility behind the stumps and his power-hitting with the bat, is seen as a significant addition to the squad.

The Capitals didn't stop there. They added international flair with the signing of explosive English Harry Brook, known for his ability to decimate bowling attacks, and versatile Australian pacer Jhye Richardson. 

Brook is set to be a direct fit into the playing XI, bringing his aggressive batting style to the fore. On the other hand, Richardson is expected to provide a robust backup to South African speedster Anrich Nortje.

Moreover, the availability of captain Rishabh Pant is a massive factor for the team. Currently on the mend, Pant is expected to be match-fit for the season. The inclusion of Kushagra is a strategic move, offering a backup for the worst-case scenario and ensuring the team doesn't lose its edge in the wicket-keeping department.


Delhi Capitals’ Best Playing XI for IPL 2024

Top-Order: Prithvi Shaw, David Warner, Mitchell Marsh

image-lqdvajx9David Warner and Prithvi Shaw will open the batting for DC (iplt20.com)

The Capitals' top order looks formidable with the likes of Shaw, Warner, and Marsh. Shaw's explosive starts, Warner's experience and consistency, and Marsh's all-round abilities form a trio that can intimidate any bowling line-up.


Middle Order: Rishabh Pant, Harry Brook, Axar Patel, Lalit Yadav

image-lqdvd6b6Axar Patel will contribute with both bat and ball (iplt20.com)

The middle order is a combination of reliability and firepower. Pant, with his aggressive batting style, can change the course of a game single-handedly. Brook adds to the destructive capability, while Axar and Lalit provide the perfect balance with their all-round skills.


Bowlers: Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, Anrich Nortje/ Jhye Richardson, Khaleel Ahmed

image-lqdvbnldKhaleel Ahmed is likely to feature in DC's playing XI (iplt20.com)

The bowling department, led by Kuldeep Yadav's spin wizardry and Mukesh Kumar's pace, looks potent. The choice between Anrich Nortje and Jhye Richardson will add depth and variety to the attack, with Khaleel Ahmed's left-arm pace offering a different dimension to the attack.


Delhi Capitals' Best playing XI for IPL 2024

Prithvi Shaw
David Warner ✈️
Mitchell Marsh ✈️
Rishabh Pant (WK)
Harry Brook ✈️
Axar Patel
Lalit Yadav
Kuldeep Yadav
Mukesh Kumar
Anrich Nortje/ Jhye Richardson ✈️
Khaleel Ahmed


Impact substitute Options: Abhishek Porel, Kumar Kushagra, Yash Dhull, Pravin Dubey, Swastik Chikara