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Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2024: Match Preview, Fantasy Picks, Pitch And Weather Reports

Delhi Capitals (DC) will be taking on Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Match 56 of the Indian Premier League, 2024, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, on Tuesday. Delhi Capitals have played 11 matches and are ranked sixth on the points table with 10 points, while Rajasthan Royals have played 10 matches and are ranked second with 16 points. In the last match played by Delhi Capitals against Kolkata Knight Riders, Kolkata beat Delhi by seven wickets. The top fantasy player for the Capitals was Axar Patel who scored 81 fantasy points.

"Wasn't Even In Going To Play IPL Right?": RR Star's Retort On T20 World Cup Snub

Courtesy of his Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 show, Rajasthan Royals all-rounder Riyan Parag reportedly became an important candidate for India's T20 World Cup 2024 squad. Ahead of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)'s announcement, Parag's name was discussed by many pundits as a possible all-round option in the middle-order. But, as the selection committee named the 15-member squad, as well as 4 reserves, there was no place for Parag. However, the Rajasthan Royals star admitted that he wasn't even considering himself to be a serious part of that race.

"As Safe As Reserve Bank": Sunil Gavaskar's Rich Tribute To Star Though He Misses Easy Catch In IPL 2024

It was case of so near yet so far for Rajasthan Royals against SunRisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2024 on Thursday. The Sanju Samson-led side fell shot by 1 run chasing 202. Travis Head played a smart knock as SRH posted 201/3 in 20 overs. His innings could have been over quite early had he not been let off early on in his innings. Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar, who was commentating on Star Sports, was stunned to see Riyan Parag drop Head at backward point.

"Not In Best Form, Otherwise...": Riyan Parag Stuns Everyone With Post-Match Remark

Following his side's one-run loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match, Rajasthan Royals (RR) all-rounder Riyan Parag, who has had a breakout season with the franchise, admitted that he is not in his best form since he could not finish the game and has got a lot of areas to improve. In reply to SRH's 202-run target set following half-centuries from Travis Head and Nitish Kumar Reddy, Yashasvi Jaiswal and Riyan almost won it for the Royals with a century partnership. But death bowling masterclass from SRH skipper Pat Cummins and Bhuvneshwar Kumar left the Pink franchise just one run short of a victory.

SRH vs RR, IPL 2024: SunRisers Hyderabad Script Nervy One-Run Win Over Rajasthan Royals In Last-Ball Thriller

Bhuvneshwar Kumar did the star turn with a sensational final over as Sunrisers Hyderabad pulled off a heist, stunning Rajasthan Royals by just one run in a last-ball thriller to keep their IPL playoff hopes alive on Thursday. Needing two to win off the last delivery, Bhuvneshwar (3/41) trapped Rovman Powell (27) with a full toss to leave RR stranded at 200 for seven while chasing a target of 202. Opting to bat, Nitish Reddy (76 not out) and Travis Head (58) produced explosive fifties, while Heinrich Klassen made an unbeaten 19-ball 42 to power Sunrisers Hyderabad to 201 for three.

India's 15-Member Squad For T20 World Cup Based On IPL 2024 Performances

The T20 World Cup 2024 is just round the corner and with the national selectors working hard on the Indian cricket team squad announcement, the importance of a tournament like IPL 2024 cannot be downplayed. The IPL has produced several impressive performances till now and NDTV have decided to pick a 15-member squad completely based on performances in the competition. The selection was completed keeping just their roles and IPL 2024 performances in mind with no consideration for reputation and past numbers. Here's a look at the India's T20 World Cup 2024 squad picked purely based on IPL 2024 performances -

LSG vs RR Live Score, IPL 2024: Will Mayank Yadav Make A Return As LSG Host High-Flying RR?

RR vs LSG Live Scorecard, IPL 2024: Rajasthan Royals (RR) could have one foot in IPL 2024 playoffs if they beat in-form Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Saturday. Both teams are in the top four but RR already have 14 points in the bag.

Why Riyan Parag, Mayank Yadav Unlikely To Get T20 World Cup Call? Report Reveals 'High-Stakes' Reason

The T20 World Cup is just around the corner and the stakes are high, as far as India's squad is concerned, with multiple players fighting for a single spot in the team. However, the national selection committee is unlikely to select any rookie IPL performer for the showpiece event in the Americas. The likes of Riyan Parag (RR), Mayank Yadav (LSG), Abhishek Sharma (SRH), among others have enjoyed a breakthrough season in the IPL so far. But, as per a report in news agency PTI, the selectors will not put the rookie players to test in a "high-stakes" tournament like the T20 World Cup.

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Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals, IPL 2024: Match Preview, Fantasy Picks, Pitch And Weather Reports

"Wasn't Even In Going To Play IPL Right?": RR Star's Retort On T20 World Cup Snub

"As Safe As Reserve Bank": Sunil Gavaskar's Rich Tribute To Star Though He Misses Easy Catch In IPL 2024

"Not In Best Form, Otherwise...": Riyan Parag Stuns Everyone With Post-Match Remark

SRH vs RR, IPL 2024: SunRisers Hyderabad Script Nervy One-Run Win Over Rajasthan Royals In Last-Ball Thriller

India's 15-Member Squad For T20 World Cup Based On IPL 2024 Performances

LSG vs RR Live Score, IPL 2024: Will Mayank Yadav Make A Return As LSG Host High-Flying RR?

Why Riyan Parag, Mayank Yadav Unlikely To Get T20 World Cup Call? Report Reveals 'High-Stakes' Reason