Fraser-McGurk and Stubbs propel Delhi Capitals to historic IPL total

In a high-octane IPL contest between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Mumbai Indians (MI), young Jake Fraser-McGurk stole the spotlight with his explosive batting display. His scintillating innings and Tristan Stubbs’ late fireworks propelled DC to their highest-ever IPL score of 257/4.

Equalling His Record for the Fastest Fifty

Fraser-McGurk, opening for DC for the second time in the season, showcased his big-hitting prowess by equaling his record for the fastest fifty of the IPL 2024 season. He achieved this milestone in just 15 balls, setting the tone for DC’s mammoth total.

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Fraser-McGurk unleashed a barrage of boundaries and sixes throughout his innings, leaving MI’s bowling attack reeling. He hammered 11 fours and six maximums, exploiting the field restrictions in the powerplay to devastating effect.

Early Assault on Luke Wood

Fraser-McGurk announced his intent early on by plundering 19 runs off the first over bowled by Luke Wood. His aggressive strokeplay put MI on the back foot right from the start.

Even the formidable Jasprit Bumrah couldn’t contain Fraser-McGurk’s onslaught, as the Australian dispatched him for a six followed by a four, showcasing his dominance against one of the world’s best bowlers.

Despite MI’s attempt to stem the flow of runs by introducing spin, Fraser-McGurk continued his onslaught. He dispatched Piyush Chawla for a maximum to bring up his third IPL fifty, further bolstering DC’s commanding position.

Contributions from Other DC Batters

Alongside Fraser-McGurk, Shai Hope played a vital role in DC’s batting onslaught, smashing five sixes during his aggressive innings of 41 runs. DC skipper Rishabh Pant showcased his trademark helicopter shot, thrilling fans with his innovative strokeplay as he contributed 29 crucial runs to the team’s total.

Tristan Stubbs proved to be the perfect finisher for DC, as he unleashed a flurry of boundaries in the death overs, remaining unbeaten on 48 off just 25 balls. Despite Stubbs’ heroics, Bumrah struck a crucial blow by dismissing Pant with a well-directed bouncer, providing MI with a glimmer of hope amidst DC’s batting onslaught.

Highest totals for Delhi Capitals in IPL

1. 257/4 in 20 overs vs Mumbai Indians, New Delhi – 2024
2. 231/4 in 20 overs vs Kings XI Punjab, New Delhi – 2011
3. 228/4 in 20 overs vs Kolkata Knight Riders, Sharjah – 2020
4. 224/4 in 20 overs vs Gujarat Titans, New Delhi – 2024
5. 219/4 in 20 overs vs Kolkata Knight Riders, New Delhi – 2018