What Is The Cricket Match Today ? Expected Changes, Winner Prediction

image-lhrkhwi7Prabhsimran Singh celebrating his century against DC (AP Photo)

We are at the fag end of the IPL 2023 now and each game from hereon is critical in terms of finalising the line-up for the playoffs. On Wednesday, 17th of May, we have Punjab Kings going up against Delhi Capitals. It is a big game for Punjab Kings and a must-win too as another loss will put them almost on the brink of elimination. For Delhi, it is all about playing for their pride and they would like to avenge the defeat they suffered a few days back against PBKS at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

What is the venue of the PBKS vs DC Game?

The venue of this PBKS vs DC game is the picturesque HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala. It is the first IPL game at this venue since 2013 and it has always been a high-scoring venue. Both the teams have some power-hitters in their line-up and we can expect plenty of fireworks with the bat in this game.

What are the expected changes in the playing XI of PBKS vs DC?

PBKS have been chopping and changing a lot throughout this season. They have been playing Nathan Ellis in front of Rabada and the former has done pretty well as well. However, we can expect Rabada to fit back into the XI for this game as the pitch in Dharamshala will have good carry for the pacers.

There is also a possibility of Atharva Taide coming in for Rishi Dhawan but it is only a slim possibility.

Expected Playing XI of Punjab Kings (If PBKS is batting first)

Prabhsimran Singh, Shikhar Dhawan (C), Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Sam Curran, Sikandar Raza, Shahrukh Khan, Harpreet Brar, Rishi Dhawan,  Arshdeep Singh

Impact Player - Rahul Chahar 

What are the expected changes in the playing XI of DC vs PBKS?

DC might make some changes in the playing XI and there is a possibility that Rovman Powell comes into the XI in place of Rilee Rossouw. 

Expected Playing XI of Delhi Capitals (If they are bowling first)

David Warner (C), Philip Salt (WK), Mitchell Marsh, Rovman Powell, Aman Hakim Khan, Axar Patel, Chetan Sakariya, Kuldeep Yadav, Ishant Sharma, Khaleel Ahmed, Mukesh Kumar 

Impact Player - Manish Pandey

Winner Prediction

Punjab Kings have played better cricket this season than DC and with the playoff spot still up for grabs, we can expect them to deliver a strong performance and win this game.