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In the IPL 2024 encounter between Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium, the match unfolded with the toss won by LSG, who opted to bat first, setting the stage for an intense showdown.
Ayush Badoni guides Lucknow Super Giants to a respectable total
LSG displayed a commendable batting performance, posting a challenging total of 167/7 in their allocated 20 overs. The innings witnessed a flurry of contributions from LSG’s batsmen, with skipper KL Rahul scoring a blistering 39 off 22 deliveries. Young Ayush Badoni showcased his prowess with a splendid knock of 55 runs off 35 balls, steering LSG to a respectable total. Despite facing some formidable bowling from DC, LSG managed to set a competitive target on the board.
In the bowling department, Kuldeep Yadav shone brightly for DC, delivering a stellar performance with the ball. His exceptional bowling figures of three wickets for 20 runs in his allotted four overs played a pivotal role in restricting LSG’s scoring opportunities and turning the tide in DC’s favour.
Delhi Capitals reaches the target in 18.1 overs
In response, DC showcased their batting prowess, demonstrating exceptional skill and determination in their chase. With a solid partnership upfront, DC’s batsmen exhibited great confidence and composure. Jake Fraser McGurk played a stellar knock, smashing 55 runs off 35 balls in his debut game, while Rishabh Pant added valuable runs to the scoreboard with his 41 runs off 24 deliveries. Despite facing some resistance from LSG’s bowlers, DC’s batsmen remained unfazed, displaying remarkable resilience and skill.
Ultimately, DC chased down the target with ease and secured a commanding six-wicket win over LSG.
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Here’s how Twitter reacted:
One more exciting talent from Australia, Jake Fraser-McGurk. Fifty on debut 👏👏 No shortage for entertainment in #TATAIPL2024 #JakeFraserMcgurk #LSGvsDC
— Vinay Kumar R (@Vinay_Kumar_R) April 12, 2024
JAKE FRASER-MCGURK HAS ARRIVED…!!!!
A fifty in 31 balls on IPL debut – he was struggling at the start, but the way he caught up was awesome. What a knock by the Aussie youngster. 👏 pic.twitter.com/UOW3GwEZgW
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) April 12, 2024
Bats one way see ball hit ball Jake Fraser Mcgurk . What a start to his ipl career,50 on debut with 5 6’s and two 4’s Saw and worked with him as the head coach of dubai capitals and saw the raw ball striking and loved it. The exuberance of youth I tell you @DelhiCapitals https://t.co/zPcBUyG23z
— Hemang Badani (@hemangkbadani) April 12, 2024
Jake Fraser McGurk constructed his innings beautifully. On a pitch like this, when he is called as slogger, he did play a very composed innings. Amazing ♥️
Talent to watch out for. pic.twitter.com/AxILnYb4cV— Badri Dhoni (@badridhoni_) April 12, 2024
Kuldeep Yadav broke the stumps. 🤯 pic.twitter.com/QCqAXpG4tn
— CricketMAN2 (@ImTanujSingh) April 12, 2024
Kuldeep Yadav just turned the game on it's head. He's bowling at his very best. pic.twitter.com/K0vjV3QrJA
— R A T N I S H (@LoyalSachinFan) April 12, 2024
Kuldeep Yadav On Fire 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Currently India's Number 1 Spinner In All Format. pic.twitter.com/e2L62OU2Zb
— Vaibhav Bhola 🇮🇳 (@VibhuBhola) April 12, 2024
THE MAGIC OF KULDEEP YADAV. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/BNSqhNM6da
— CricketMAN2 (@ImTanujSingh) April 12, 2024
Tonight Kuldeep Yadav on the 🔥 🔥🔥#LSGvsDC pic.twitter.com/gWT2GDVRwW
— Ajay Yadav (@AjayYadav143ss) April 12, 2024
How good is Kuldeep Yadav! Wickets of Stoinis, Rahul & Pooran. That’s ripping the heart out of LSG’s batting. 👏👏👏#IPLOnStar
— Sanjay Manjrekar (@sanjaymanjrekar) April 12, 2024
Delhi Capitals won by 6 wickets: https://t.co/ekPZRy7jeD#cricket #IPL2024 #LSGvDC #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/27Kj1lLPez
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) April 12, 2024
First win against LSG in IPL 🤝🏻 2nd win of the season 👏
Mehfil-e-Ekana thi romanch se bhari 💙❤#YehHaiNayiDilli #LSGvDC pic.twitter.com/EiyaSeABWH
— Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) April 12, 2024
🤯💙 Delhi rocked Lucknow shocked! Courtesy: Kuldeep with the ball and Fraser-McGurk with the bat.
📷 IPL • #KuldeepYadav #LSGvDC #TATAIPL #IPL #IPL2024 #BharatArmy pic.twitter.com/FjmCnRgI5l
— The Bharat Army (@thebharatarmy) April 12, 2024