Overview of Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans in Tata IPL 2023

The seventh match of Tata IPL 2023 will be played between (DC) vs (GT) on 4 April 2023 at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi at 7.30 PM Indian Standard time (IST) and 14:00 GMT. 

The Gujarat Titans (GT) won their second game in a row in the Tata IPL 2022 by beating the Delhi Capitals (DC) by 14 runs at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune. 

Shubman Gill's formidable 84 guided Gujarat Titans to 171-6, which they successfully defended against the Delhi Capitals, courtesy of Lockie Ferguson's four-wicket haul. Chasing a target of 172, the Delhi Capitals had a shaky start to the innings. GT skipper – Hardik Pandya led from the front to dismiss Tim Seifert in the 2nd over after the DC opener was caught near mid-wicket. Mandeep Singh, who joined Prithvi Shaw in the middle, started aggressively by scoring three fours against GT's fierce opening bowling attack of Mohammad Shami and Hardik Pandya. Lockie Ferguson struck immediately and picked up two wickets in an over. While Vijay Shankar caught Prithvi Shaw at deep square leg, Mandeep Singh was caught behind for 18. Lalit Yadav, who came in next to bat, started confidently by creaming two boundaries against Shami as DC ended the power play at 43-3. DC skipper hit consecutive fours against Ferguson, who was bowling with a rapid pace. Lalit Yadav swept Rashid Khan for a maximum, and DC were 79-3 after the end of 10 overs, with a promising partnership in the works. Pant smashed two fours against Vijay Shankar, but GT bowlers broke the dangerous partnership after Lalit Yadav was run out for 25. Rovman Powell announced his entry to the crease with a six in the 14th over. On the other hand, Ferguson hauled GT back into the game by scalping the wickets of DC skipper, who was out for 43, and Axar Patel, who was also dismissed in the same over.

Rashid Khan picked his first wicket of the game, and DC required 30 off the final three overs. Shami struck twice on consecutive deliveries to dismiss the dangerous Powell and Khaleel Ahmed in the 18th over. 

GT wrapped up the innings and successfully defended the total, with DC requiring 24 off the final over. 

The Gujarat Titans, who were put in to bat first, remained unchanged from the previous game. GT lost an early wicket in the form of Mathew Wade, who was caught behind in the first over off Mustafizur's bowling. 

Vijay Shankar joined opener Shubman Gill at the crease. Gill smacked the first maximum of the innings in the 5th over, as GT scored 44-1 at the end of the powerplay. Kuldeep Yadav, introduced into the attack, struck immediately as Vijay Shankar dragged the delivery into the stumps. GT skipper Hardik Pandya joined Shubman Gill out in the middle. Pandya was off the mark with a four as he joined Gill in forming a crucial partnership for the third wicket.

At the end of ten overs, GT was placed at 66-2, with Gill and Pandya deciding to switch gears. Hardik Pandya creamed three fours while Shubman Gill, on the other end, reached his 11th IPL half-century, followed by two more fours against Khaleel Ahmed. However, the left-arm pacer bounced back by dismissing the GT skipper – Pandya, who was caught at long-on by Powell. Gill did not let the momentum shift away as he continued to attack the DC bowlers. The GT opener clubbed Kuldeep Yadav for a four and a six in the 15th over. 

The flow of runs continued after Gill added two more sixes to the total to reach his career-best IPL score.  

At the end of 17 overs, GT were 145-3 before Khaleel Ahmed ended Gill's fine knock of 84 off just 46 deliveries as Axar Patel caught the right-handed batter. Rahul Tewatia and David Miller scored a boundary each against Khaleel Ahmed in the 18th over. Tewatia launched a maximum over deep square leg in the next over but was dismissed in the final over of the innings after caught him.

GT ended their first innings with a total of 171/6 after Mustafizur scalped his third wicket when Abhinav Manohar was caught near extra cover.

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DC vs GT Team Profile

Delhi Capitals has played in all 15 seasons of the Indian Premier League. While Gujarat Titans debuted in Tata IPL 2023. However, in their debut season, GT gave an impressive performance and became the season winner. Even though Delhi Capitals have played all the seasons of the IPL, they are yet to win the coveted trophy. The most important fact is that in their debut season, they defeated Delhi Capitals. In Tata IPL 2023, it would be interesting to see if GT can maintain their winning streak against DC or not.

The player’s squad for Gujarat Titans and Delhi Capitals for Tata IPL 2023 are as follows. The players playing in a particular match are subject to last-minute changes. Keep checking for the latest updates. 

*Note- Playing XI team may change on the day of match

Strengths & Weakness of DC vs GT

GT vs DC Betting Tips & Strategy

A clear strategy is required for successful sports betting. Instinctively putting a bet without planning and analysis will not help you. Cricket is the most popular sport in India. You need to research well about the game before placing a bet. Instinctively putting a bet without planning and analysis will not help you. Always stay within a budget and never go overboard. Give yourself a fixed budget and never overspend on gambling. Chasing losses is a standard gambling pitfall. When gamblers lose money, they start investing more money to regain the lost money. It may seem tempting to randomly place a bet based on your instincts; however, seasoned gamblers always have a strategy ready. Thorough research, data crunching and sophisticated planning are essential to winning a bet. Based on the DC vs GT predictions, you can place your bets on the teams after following these simple strategies. 

• Research the teams Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans. Know about their strengths and weaknesses. 
• Research the strengths and weaknesses of the prominent players from both the teams, like Prithwi Shaw, Axar Patel, Hardik Pandya, Mohammad Shami, and Kane Williamson.
• Check the odds before betting on a trustworthy betting site like Fun88. Not checking the odds is the most common mistake. Always check and, if needed, compare the odds on betting platforms before placing a bet.
• Research the latest on a reliable betting platform like Fun88. You will find the latest betting odds, fixtures, standings and results here, making it easier to place a bet. 
• Always check the pitch condition of the stadium before the match. The pitch condition can make a massive difference in the teams' performances in cricket. Interestingly, the home pitch of a team always favours them. Arun Jaitley Stadium is the home pitch of Delhi Capitals, and thus they have an advantage over Gujarat Titans.
• Similar to pitch conditions, the weather conditions also significantly impact the match. The turf’s wetness and humidity in the air can affect how a ball bounces on the pitch. The wind condition also impacts how the ball moves. This can make a huge difference in the match’s outcome. On 4 April, the wind condition was 6 km/hour, and the humidity was 0%. 
• In Arun Jaitley Stadium, the team who bats second usually gets benefits. The batters will do well in the DC vs GT prediction.

Without proper research, you cannot create a winning strategy. Always have a strategy before placing a bet. Once you thoroughly analyse every aspect, you should be able to place the right bet. 

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GT vs DC Betting Odds

Gujarat Titans will take on Delhi Capitals in Match seven of Tata IPL 2023 on 4 April 2023 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi. Delhi Capitals have been battling inconsistent form and are yet to win the IPL trophy. On the other hand, Gujarat Titan played impressively in Tata IPL 2022 and became the season champion. This match is going to be an important event for both teams.

The weather reports suggest the day temperature is expected to hover around 33°C, and the night temperature will likely approach around 18°C on the matchday with NW 6 km/hr wind speed. There is a 0% probability of precipitation during the game. Delhi Capitals will probably win the toss and elect to bat. The Delhi Capitals (DC) team is the most compatible team in the Indian Premier League (IPL). After Rishabh Pant guided the Delhi side, DC has become a powerhouse in the IPL and is set to go all the way in IPL 2023. The DC team has strong, experienced players combined with emerging talent, which gives them the potential to make a winning combination. DC must find the right balance in their starting lineup to get the most out of their players.

The Gujarat Titans, a newly-launched team, stunned the cricketing world by winning the Tata IPL 2022 title. Debutant Gujarat Titans quickly proved their worth with an impressive victory against the , another newcomer to the IPL. Of the 14 matches, the Gujarat Titans won 10 and achieved 20 points, allowing them to top the table.

Fun88 experts have looked at the team lineup to know how they'd fare in the upcoming Tata IPL 2023 season. Keep checking the Fun88 website for the latest updates.

*Disclaimer- Odds probability estimations may vary with the match.

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DC vs GT Match Expert Predictions: Analysis From Experienced IPL Betting Experts

DC must be considered one of the most balanced sides with strength in every department. Their bowling unit has plenty of variety. Apart from the pacers, Ngidi, Nortje and Sakariya, they can also rely on spinners like Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel. Even without Pant, DC has a strong batting lineup. Shaw and Warner are a pair of openers who have proved themselves in the IPL. Sarfaraz Khan has been in the news this year for his brilliant form. Yash Dhull and Lalit Yadav are capable batters too. Marsh and Axar Patel provide late order acceleration. Among the bowlers, Nortje, Ngidi and Sakariya are all match winners on their day. Kuldeep Yadav has recovered his form to return to the national squad. Likewise, Axar Patel merits his place as a bowler. 

Openers Gill and Saha served GT well in Tata IPL 2022. Gill, in particular, has been in great form while playing for India. GT owe their maiden IPL trophy to Hardik Pandya’s all-round skills as a player. Rashid Khan is another all-rounder in the GT ranks who has delivered with bat and ball in crunch situations. 

The upcoming IPL game between Delhi Capitals vs Gujarat Titans will be a tough encounter between the defending champions and a strong Delhi Capitals eleven. While GT won the title in Tata IPL 2022, DC barely missed the playoffs. They finished 5th overall. Therefore, DC will not give up easily, and GT has to improve their skills to win the match. 

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