IPL 2018: 3 tactical changes that can turn Delhi Daredevils' fortune aroundÂ
The devils of Delhi have haunted the Delhi Daredevils since the first edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), where they have managed to reach the playoffs only thrice in ten years, along with having the embarrassing record of being the only team that has not made it to the finals yet. After a horrendous first decade, the Daredevils wanted to stamp their dominance in the eleventh year of the much-celebrated league.
Their auction was a super hit as they procured a lot of star players including their current skipper Gautam Gambhir who has been a sensational captain when it comes to the IPL, but even the best could not change DD's fate as they resorted to humiliation in the first four games of the tournament. Their first four games included three defeats and only one win. Despite having a wonderful coaching set-up the Daredevils have struggled tactically.
Let us take a look at the tactics they could change to get back to winning ways.
#3 More opportunity to youngsters
Despite having the likes of Prithvi Shaw, Manjot Kalra and Avesh Khan in their squad, the Gambhir-led side has trusted the more experienced players over these youngsters. Mohammad Shami has struggled to find the right line and length in the first three games. The young former Under-19 pacer Avesh Khan can replace Shami in the next game against the Royal Challengers Bangalore. Avesh featured for RCB in the previous edition of the IPL and is aware of the conditions at the Chinnaswamy stadium.
The arrival of Avesh would add a new dimension to DD's bowling as he can take the new ball alongside Trent Boult. Nepal's bowling sensation Sandeep Lamichhane might get a chance later in the tournament. With the presence of four prominent overseas players, Lamichhane may not get his opportunity easily but Avesh will be looking for a chance in the next game.