DC vs SRH is a clash between two bottom-placed teams. Both franchises would be desperate to clinch a win after picking up just four points so far. In the first meeting between the two sides this season, Delhi Capitals (DC) clinched a seven-run win in Hyderabad.
Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium will host the match on Saturday at 7:30 PM.
DC vs SRH Preview | Team Analysis & Squad Details
Here’s a closer look at DC and SRH – team analysis, squad, head-to-head record, and prediction.
Delhi Capitals (DC)
DC is on a high after back-to-back wins. However, the batting unit hasn’t shown any signs of improvement. Phil Salt, Mitchell Marsh, Sarfaraz Khan, and Aman Khan managed just 39 runs between them against SRH. Manish Pandey and Axar Patel made a valiant effort with the bat to help DC post a respectable total.
Anrich Nortje and Ishant Sharma have played a key role in DC’s revival. The South African took two crucial wickets, removing Harry Brook and Heinrich Klaasen. Ishant, too, has been excellent in the last two games. Also, spin duo Axar and Kuldeep Yadav strangled SRH batters in the middle overs.
DC Squad
- David Warner (captain)
- Phil Salt
- Mitchell Marsh
- Sarfaraz Khan
- Manish Pandey
- Aman Khan
- Axar Patel
- Ripal Patel
- Anrich Nortje
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Mukesh Kumar
- Ishant Sharma
- Pravin Dubey
- Mustafizur Rahman
- Lungi Ngidi
- Rilee Rossouw
- Vicky Ostwal
- Yash Dhull
- Prithvi Shaw
- Chetan Sakariya
- Kamlesh Nagarkoti
- Khaleel Ahmed
- Rovman Powell
- Lalit Yadav
- Abishek Porel
Sunrise Hyderabad (SRH)
SRH’s top order failed to deliver in the last match. The trio of Harry Brook, Rahul Tripathi, and Aiden Markram could not make any significant contribution with the bat, leaving the middle order with a challenging task against DC. Mayank Agarwal top-scored with 49 but couldn’t steer the franchise home.
The bowling unit had an impressive outing against DC at home. Washington Sundar and experienced campaigner Bhuvneshwar Kumar were impressive. Washington took three wickets, while Bhuvneshwar dismissed Phil Salt in the opening over and broke the 69-run stand between Axar Patel and Manish Pandey. The 33-year-old gave away just 11 runs in four overs.
SRH Squad
- Aiden Markram (captain)
- Harry Brook
- Mayank Agarwal
- Rahul Tripathi
- Abhishek Sharma
- Heinrich Klaasen
- Washington Sundar
- Marco Jansen
- Mayank Markande
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar
- T Natarajan
- Umran Malik
- Abdul Samad
- Kartik Tyagi
- Upendra Singh Yadav
- Adil Rashid
- Fazalhaq Farooqi
- Akeal Hosein
- Samarth Vyas
- Anmolpreet Singh
- Nitish Kumar Reddy
- Sanvir Singh
- Glenn Phillips
- Vivrant Sharma
- Mayank Dagar
DC vs SRH – Head-to-Head
In the 22 meetings between both franchises, both teams have won 11 games each. DC has won all five previous fixtures against the Hyderabad-based outfit.
IPL 2023 Stats – DC & SRH
- Most Runs: David Warner – 306 runs (DC); Mayank Agarwal – 164 runs (SRH)
- Total Wickets: Kuldeep Yadav – 7 wickets (DC); Mayank Markande – 8 wickets (SRH)
- Most Sixes: Axar Patel – 9 sixes (DC); Aiden Markram – 6 sixes (SRH)
Winner Prediction – DC vs SRH
DC would be keen to clinch a third win in a row, but SRH will be eager to take revenge for the defeat at home. The home side will likely pick up two points on Saturday.
Final Thoughts on DC vs SRH
DC skipper David Warner would love to grab yet another win against his former team. Cricket fans can expect a closely contested match full of thrilling moments.
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