The 47th match of IPL 2024 witnessed a thrilling showdown between KKR and DC. Varun Chakravarthy’s stellar performance with the ball proved to be the highlight of the match, as he spun a web around the DC batters, picking up crucial wickets and derailing their innings. Varun gave away just 16 runs in his four overs and his three wickets were instrumental in triggering Delhi Capitals’ collapse.

Key Moments in the Match

Rishabh Pant, who has been in excellent form for DC, began the process of rebuilding the innings alongside Abhishek Porel. He received a fortunate break when Harshit Rana dropped a straightforward catch. However, Pant failed to capitalize on this opportunity and lost his wicket to Varun Chakravarthy’s deceptive delivery.

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Chakravarthy bowled a superb googly that deceived Pant, resulting in a mistimed shot. The ball looped up off the top edge, and Shreyas Iyer, positioned at covers, took a simple catch. Pant appeared visibly disheartened as he had been batting well until that point in the match.

Chakravarthy’s impact was evident from the onset, as he struck early to dismiss key DC batters. His delivery to Tristan Stubbs, a well-disguised leg-spinner outside off, led to Stubbs’ downfall, caught behind by Phil Salt.

KKR’s Tactical Approach

KKR’s tactical acumen was fully displayed as they executed a well-planned strategy to counter DC’s batting prowess. With early breakthroughs by Vaibhav Arora and Mitchell Starc in the Powerplay, KKR capitalized on the pressure to further dismantle DC’s batting lineup, with Chakravarthy delivering the decisive blows.

DC’s Struggles

The evening turned sour for Delhi Capitals as they struggled to counter KKR’s bowling onslaught. The loss of wickets at regular intervals left DC reeling, with their hopes resting on captain Rishabh Pant’s shoulders. However, Pant’s dismissal at the hands of Chakravarthy dealt a severe blow to DC’s chances of recovery.

Highest score batting at No.9 or lower in the IPL
49* – Harbhajan Singh (MI) vs Deccan, DY Patil, 2010
35* – Kuldeep Yadav (DC) vs KKR, Eden Gardens, 2024*
34* – Chris Morris (RR) vs SRH, Brabourne, 2015

29 runs partnership between Kuldeep & Rasikh Salam is the joint highest for 9th wicket or lower for DC in the IPL.

Most wickets at a particular venue in IPL
69 – Sunil Narine at Eden Gardens*
68 – Lasith Malinga at Wankhede
58 – Amit Mishra at Delhi
52 – Y Chahal at Bengaluru
49 – Harbhajan Singh at Wankhede

Teams with the most Spin wickets in IPL 2024
22 – KKR (9 inns)
21 – DC (10 inns)
21 – GT (10 inns)
17 – RR (9 inns)

Pace vs spin in DC innings
Spin: 4/40 in 8 overs (ER 5.00)
Pace: 5/110 in 12 overs (ER 9.16)