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Kevin Pietersen Sends Loud And Clear KL Rahul Message To Gambhir, Agarkar

KL Rahul is best placed to bat at number four and keep wickets for India in next year's T20 World Cup, believes Delhi Capitals mentor Kevin Pietersen. With his intent in the shortest format being questioned in the past, Rahul has tweaked his approach to be the leading run-getter for Delhi Capitals this season. The competition for the wicket-keeper-batter's slot in the national team is stiff with Rishabh Pant, Sanju Samson, Dhruv Jurel and Ishan Kishan being the other options for the selectors.

Ex-India Stars Question Axar Patel-Led Delhi Capitals' Death Over Tactics vs RCB

Former cricketers Anil Kumble, Sanjay Bangar and Wasim Jaffer pointed out the tactical flaw in Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel's plan during the death phase of the second innings which led to their six-wicket downfall against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). During Delhi's attempt to defend its 162/8, the entire chase became a pulsating affair when the equation came down to 38 runs required from 24 deliveries. Mukesh Kumar bowled the 17th over, and the duo of Krunal Pandya and Virat Kohli managed to steal 12 runs away.

"Bowlers Made The Difference": Sanjay Manjrekar Snubs Virat Kohli Again, Triggers RCB Fans

As Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) climb to the top of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 points table with a win over Delhi Capitals, Virat Kohli draws plenty of praise for his instrumental show. Kohli is the top-scoring batter in the league this season, with 443 runs to his name in 10 matches. However, former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar feels it's the franchise's bowling unit that has played a more important role in the team's rise to the top standings.

'Haven't Punched Above Weight': RCB Official Wants Star Duo To Do More

A big part of Royal Challengers Bengaluru's success this season has been the performance of under-rated spinners Krunal Pandya and Suyash Sharma but their director of cricket Mo Bobat doesn't think the two are punching above their weight. Both Krunal and Suyash have managed to stem the flow of runs in the middle overs, complimenting a strong batting unit. While Krunal has bagged 13 wickets, Suyash has kept his economy rate under eight runs per over in the nine games he has been a part of.

Delhi Capitals Eye Improved Middle-Overs Batting Show Against Struggling Kolkata Knight Riders

Delhi Capitals would aim for an improved batting effort in the middle overs when they face a struggling Kolkata Knight Riders in their Indian Premier League match in Delhi on Tuesday. DC have suffered two defeats in their last four matches, including a loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Sunday, and will look to avoid any hiccups at the business end of the tournament. Abhishek Porel has batted with plenty of aggressive intent at the top of the order but veteran Faf fu Plessis will quickly need to get used the slow nature of surface at Kotla after struggling in his comeback game.

Watch: Virat Kohli Catches Throw While Batting, Kuldeep Yadav's 'Obstruction' Appeal Wins Internet

Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Delhi Capitals by six wickets in their IPL 2025 match on Sunday at the Arun Jaitely Stadium. Opting to bowl first, RCB restricted DC at 162/8 with Bhuvneshwar Kumar scalping three wickets. Later, the visitors went across the line in just 18.3 overs after Krunal Pandya and Virat Kohli scored 74* and 51 runs respectively. However, there was a moment in the match which could have altered the result of the game in favour of DC.

IPL 2025 Playoffs Scenario For All 10 Teams Explained

The 'Revenge Week' of IPL 2025 delivered a blockbuster Sunday for all the cricket fans as the teams perfectly lived up to the theme of the week. The day began with Mumbai Indians registering a big 54-run victory over Lucknow Super Giants at the Wankhede Stadium. It was MI's fifth win on trot which gave them 12 points after 10 matches. Later, Royal Challengers Bengaluru avenged their previous defeat against Delhi Capitals with a six-wicket victory at the Arun Jaitely stadium.

"Today Was His Day": Virat Kohli's Blockbuster Praise For Krunal Pandya

Royal Challengers Bengaluru registered an emphatic six-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals to climb at the top of the IPL 2025 points table on Sunday. Playing at the Arun Jaitely Stadium in the national capital, RCB opted to bowl and restricted DC to 162/8 in 20 overs. Later, the visitors chased down the target in just 18.3 overs and reached 14 points after 10 matches. The biggest hero of RCB's win was all-rounder Krunal Pandya who not only scalped a wicket but also played an unbeaten knock of 73* off 47 balls.

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Kevin Pietersen Sends Loud And Clear KL Rahul Message To Gambhir, Agarkar

Ex-India Stars Question Axar Patel-Led Delhi Capitals' Death Over Tactics vs RCB

"Bowlers Made The Difference": Sanjay Manjrekar Snubs Virat Kohli Again, Triggers RCB Fans

'Haven't Punched Above Weight': RCB Official Wants Star Duo To Do More

Delhi Capitals Eye Improved Middle-Overs Batting Show Against Struggling Kolkata Knight Riders

Watch: Virat Kohli Catches Throw While Batting, Kuldeep Yadav's 'Obstruction' Appeal Wins Internet

IPL 2025 Playoffs Scenario For All 10 Teams Explained

"Today Was His Day": Virat Kohli's Blockbuster Praise For Krunal Pandya