Rajasthan Royals vs Delhi Daredevils: A preview
It’s time for revenge – same teams, same players, same intensity but different location. The action shifts from the capital city to the pink city as Rajasthan Royals take on Delhi Daredevils in yet another encounter. After the last ball thriller, Rajasthan will be looking to get things even as Delhi would like to strike another blow. It was a draining battle for both the teams with Delhi coming out on top. That nervy match will give the Daredevils the psychological edge over their devastated opponents. However in T20, each match is different and the previous results are not that important. No matter who wins, another thriller is on the cards. Both the teams have the right balance, and it will be an even battle between the bat and the ball.
Let’s take a look at the key players.
Rajasthan Royals
Ajinkya Rahane – He was reduced to tears the other night and would be keen to turn things around for his team. Not being able to take his side through will haunt him for a few days but with the kind of form he is in, any target will look small. If he can produce yet another gem, Rajasthan are almost certain to get through.
Owais Shah - The Englishman has not quite lived upto his expectations in the last couple of games and would be eager to get back to form. Rajasthan will rely on him to provide the finishing touches whether batting first or second.
Shane Watson - The availability of the Aussie is a huge boost for The Royals. His powerful batting at the top and tidy medium-pace will provide the extra boost to an already powerful line-up.
Delhi Daredevils
Virender Sehwag - Be it T-20 or tests, when Sehwag gets going, the going gets tough for the opposition. The explosive Delhi batsmen has already raked up 4 fifties this season and is going very strong. He has to fire if DD have to win this one.
Kevin Pietersen - Already having smashed a century this season, you can’t keep him quiet for too-long. The longer he is at the crease, the bigger the score is going to be. With Warner available, he would be looking to cement his place in the strong line-up.
Morne Morkel - The purple cap holder is simply demolishing every opponent with his pace and bounce. Even in Indian conditions he has managed to extract that extra bounce, thanks to his tall stature. His economy is impressive as well. Rajasthan will be cautious against him and his spell will decide the winner of this contest.
Prediction:- A battle between 2 title contenders. DD are the favourites going into the game but never count RR out. After a string of losses, RR will be keen to get back to winning ways. It’s Morkel vs Rahane. I’ll go with a Delhi win in a last ball thriller.