Abhishek Porel took a stunning catch to dismiss Rohit Sharma. IPL 2023 got yet another last-ball thriller. Mumbai Indians needed 5 off the last over, Nortje almost pulled a win for Delhi taking it to the last ball.
Mumbai Indians needed 2 runs in the final delivery and Tim David perfectly placed the yorker at long off and completed two runs off the last deliveries. The game was completely in Mumbai’s favour but this catch of Porel ensured Delhi Capitals’ chances.
Mumbai Indians registered their first win of the Season
Mumbai Indians were cruising to victory, but Nortje’s brilliant bowling in the death took it to the final over. “Obviously, winning the game is the most important thing and it’s a great feeling to cross the line. We recently played a Test match here and this pitch didn’t look different to that and looked dry.
So, I thought it was important to get the slower bowlers into the game quickly.” said Rohit at the post-match presentation. Abhishek Porel got a chance this season in absence of Rishabh Pant. Abhishek Porel’s keeping is pretty good.
The DC batsman also said Rishabh Pant asked to call whenever he has any issues. Delhi Capitals have lost 4 total games in IPL. Delhi Capitals are last in the points table. David Warner and his side next face Royal Challengers Bangalore on 15th April.
Delhi Capitals need their openers to fire, and Shaw and Warner have failed to score big in the powerplay. Warner’s strike rate in all four matches remains a big point of concern for DC.
Rohit Sharma in the post-match presentation said the spinners played an important role in the match. He also appreciated the young guns on the side, and having faith in them is important.
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