DC vs SRH, Indian Premier League, 2023: Delhi Capitals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad, Match 40 Squad Updates and Match Summary

nd Innings Delhi Capitals

Right then, that is it from this game where Hyderabad avenge their previous loss to Delhi and get their third win of the season. However, we have another doubleheader coming our way on 30th April, Sunday. The first match is a big one which will be played between Chennai and Punjab at 3.30 pm IST (10 am GMT). After that, Mumbai will host Rajasthan at the Wankhede Stadium in a crucial encounter for both and that game will begin at 7.30 pm IST (2 pm GMT), but as you know, you can join us early for the build-up of both games. Until then, cheers and goodbye!

Mitchell Marsh is the Player of the Match despite being on the losing team for his four wickets and a half-century to go with it. He says that it took him a few games to get going. Mentions that it is a disappointing loss but he had a nice partnership with Philip Salt but they could not get over the line. Adds that they played well together but the wicket slowed down a bit and they gave 20 runs too many. Claims that their plan was to keep going at the bowlers by putting the poor deliveries to the boundary and keeping the scoreboard ticking. Informs that they lost a few wickets and unfortunately they were unable to finish. Goes on to say that the positives have been that they have lost a couple of close games but says that this is why the Indian T20 League is the best in the world and they have been on the wrong side of a few results. Ends by saying that hopefully they will win a few games on the road and there is still belief in the group.

Aiden Markram, the victorious skipper of Hyderabad says that it was a great team effort. Adds that it was good to see the players show their skills and character. Tells that he does not mind the results if the approach is right. Mentions that Heinrich Klaasen has been in good form but the start from Abhishek Sharma was really important. Tells that they needed something special to get back in the game and that catch from Mayank Markande was the turning point. Credits the whole team and says that the bowlers exploited the conditions well. Ends by saying that this will give them a lot of confidence and they will try to build on it.

Presentation Time...

Heinrich Klaasen is up for a flash interview. He says that it was about time that he did something and is pleased about it. Mentions that it was a team effort and they batted as a unit so hopefully it is good signs to come. Claims that he would love to come up the order but says that the team needs him lower down the order and they have guys doing well so hopefully they can take this winning momentum forward. Adds that he has to be flexible and give his best for the team. Informs that the wicket had a little more turn and they encouraged their spinners to go fuller so that the ball could turn as when they bowled back of length it was just skidding on. When asked about Abhishek Sharma, he says that he needed a little bit of confidence to help him settle and he has been doing well in the nets.

David Warner, the captain of Delhi, says that losing by 9 runs on a pretty nice wicket was a little disappointing. Claims that they gave away too many runs while bowling but Mitchell Marsh was excellent. Mentions that when two guys get good starts they need to capitalize and one of them needs to get a big one. Adds that they lost too many wickets in the middle overs and there were no partnerships so it gets difficult. Admits that Axar Patel is in good form and they knew the spinners will be bowling into the left-handers so they were holding him back. Goes on to say that it can be difficult to make the decision at that moment but will consider sending him up the order in the future. Ends by saying that they need to keep it simple, execute their plans with the bat, and have some batter score 80-plus runs while not losing wickets in the middle overs. Informs that it is the senior players that need to take responsibility.

Earlier in the game, Hyderabad posted the highest total of this season at this venue courtesy of brilliant fifties from Heinrich Klaasen and Abhishek Sharma and a quick cameo from Abdul Samad too. Mitchell Marsh was the start with the ball for Delhi with four wickets while Axar Patel and Ishant Sharma chipped in with one each. While chasing, Delhi lost their skipper, David Warner early but Mitchell Marsh and Philip Salt set up a nice platform for them. However, once again their middle order could not make any sort of contribution and in the end, Axar also tried his best but it was too little too late for them as they fell to defeat.

Hyderabad, on the other hand, will be delighted with their bowling effort and the fight and determination that was shown by their bowlers. They went for a few in the Powerplay even though Bhuvneshwar Kumar got rid of David Warner in the very first over. However, they controlled the game in the middle overs and picked up wickets at regular intervals. Mayank Markande was excellent as he picked up 2 wickets for just 20 runs in his four overs while everyone else chipped in except Umran Malik who bowled only one over. It was a good all-around effort from them and they finally get back to winning ways.

Delhi got off to the worst possible start as they lost David Warner for nothing. Mitchell Marsh came in after that with all the confidence in the world after his incredible spell of bowling and started smashing it all around the park along with Philip Salt who finally found his feet in this tournament. It looked like they would take the game away from Hyderabad. Both of them registered excellent fifties and added 112 runs together before Salt got dismissed. Marsh followed him soon as they suffered a collapse and went from 112-1 to 148-6 in no time which shifted the momentum completely. Axar Patel played a quick-fire knock of 29 off just 14 balls but it proved to be a bit too much for them as they fell short by 9 runs.

Hyderabad settle their score with Delhi! They fell short in the previous game against the same opposition but have come back really well to get the better of them this time around and that too quite comfortably in the end. Delhi need to go back to the drawing board once again while Hyderabad keeps their hopes alive in the tournament.

over

20 | 16 Runs | HH: 188/6

19.6

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Ripal Patel, FOUR! A boundary to end the inning but Delhi fall short of the target! This is bowled on a good length and outside the off pole. Ripal Patel goes hard at the ball and gets an outside edge towards third man for four runs. Hyderabad seal a crucial win by 9 runs!

19.5

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Axar Patel, A low full toss outside the off pole. Axar Patel knocks this down to long off for one.

19.4

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Axar Patel, SIX! Bhuvneshwar Kumar decides to go short and this is slapped away over the fence! Bhuvneshwar Kumar bowls this outside off and Axar Patel pulls this over deep mid-wicket for six runs.

19.3

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Ripal Patel, Nails that yorker once again on an off-stump line. Ripal Patel digs this out towards long on for one more. 21 runs needed in 3 balls and that should be the game for Hyderabad!

19.2

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Axar Patel, Gets the yorker right this time and bowls this in line with the stumps. Axar Patel flicks this towards deep square leg for a single.

19.2

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Axar Patel, WIDE! Aims a yorker but well down leg side. Axar Patel leaves this alone and the umpire indicates wide once again.

19.2

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Axar Patel, WIDE! Goes full but strays down leg. Axar Patel gets inside the line of the ball and the umpire calls this wide.

19.1

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Ripal Patel, Bhuvneshwar Kumar bowls this back of a length and outside off. Ripal Patel slaps this towards long on for a single.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar (3-0-29-1) to bowl the last over. Can he defend 25 runs? Or will we see a miracle from Delhi?

over

19 | 9 Runs | HH: 172/6

18.6

T Natarajan to Axar Patel, FOUR! Axar Patel finds the boundary and gives Delhi a glimmer of a chance in the last over! This is a low full toss outside the off stump. Axar Patel thumps this towards deep cover for four runs. 26 runs needed in the last over.

18.5

T Natarajan to Axar Patel, Another yorker! This time outside the off pole. Axar Patel gets his bat down in time but taps this back to the bowler.

18.4

T Natarajan to Axar Patel, This is outstanding death over bowling! T Natarajan bowls this at the toes and Axar Patel can only dab this towards long on. They run well to pick up a couple of runs.

18.3

T Natarajan to Ripal Patel, Bowls a low full toss just outside off. Ripal Patel flicks this towards deep square leg and picks up one. 30 runs required in 8 balls.

18.2

T Natarajan to Axar Patel, Gets a pin-point yorker in once again and at the stumps. Axar Patel digs this out towards the mid on region and collects a run.

18.1

T Natarajan to Ripal Patel, T Natarajan nails the yorker this time and bowls this in line with the stumps. Ripal Patel powers this down to long on for a single.

over

18 | 14 Runs | HH: 163/6

17.6

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Axar Patel, Goes fuller this time and outside the off pole. Axar Patel flicks this aerially towards deep mid-wicket and Aiden Markram misjudges it. They take a couple of runs.

17.6

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Axar Patel, WIDE! Bangs this in short and just outside off. Axar Patel tries the upper cut but misses and the umpire calls this wide for height.

17.5

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Axar Patel, Continues to bowl this short and outside off. Axar Patel top edges his pull shot towards deep square leg and it lands into a vacant area. The batters take a couple of runs.

17.4

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Axar Patel, SIX! Axar Patel deposits this into the stands! Bhuvneshwar Kumar bowls this short and outside off. Axar Patel pulls this over deep mid-wicket for six runs. 40 runs needed in 14 balls.

17.3

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Ripal Patel, Goes a touch fuller and bowls this outside off. Ripal Patel lofts this towards deep cover for a single.

17.2

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Axar Patel, Bowls this slightly short and outside off. Axar Patel pulls this towards deep mid-wicket for a single.

17.1

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Ripal Patel, Bhuvneshwar Kumar bowls this on a good length and outside off. Ripal Patel knocks this to long on for one.

over

17 | 8 Runs | HH: 149/6

16.6

T Natarajan to Ripal Patel, A low full toss bowled at the stumps. Ripal Patel flicks this towards deep mid-wicket and opens his account with a single.

Ripal Patel comes out to the middle now.

16.5

T Natarajan to Sarfaraz Khan, OUT! BOWLED! T Natarajan gets his man and Sarfaraz Khan departs playing a nothing shot! The bowler nails his yorker in line with the stumps. Sarfaraz Khan looks to swot thisaway across the line but is nowhere near the ball. The off pole is pegged back and Delhi lose their sixth wicket now. This is the reason why T Natarajan is used as an Impact Player as he is great in the death overs.

16.4

T Natarajan to Sarfaraz Khan, FOUR! A bit of innovation from Sarfaraz Khan and the finds the fence! T Natarajan bowls full and on an off-stump line. Sarfaraz Khan does not look great playing the ramp shot but manages to find the third man fence for four runs.

16.3

T Natarajan to Axar Patel, Bowls a low full toss into the pads. Axar Patel flicks this towards long on and takes a single.

16.2

T Natarajan to Sarfaraz Khan, Bowls this back of a length and outside off. Sarfaraz Khan pulls this to the square leg fielder for a quick run.

16.1

T Natarajan to Axar Patel, T Natarajan bowls this on a good length and in line with the stumps. Axar Patel punches this to long on for a single.

over

16 | 3 Runs | HH: 141/5

15.6

Mayank Markande to Sarfaraz Khan, Fires this one full and gets it to pitch on a leg stump line. Sarfaraz Khan looks to pull this away but misses and gets hit on the pads. Mayank Markande appeals and the umpire remains unmoved. The bowler convinces Aiden Markram to go upstairs. UltraEdge shows there is no bat and Ball Tracking has two umpire's calls. The onfield decision remains and Sarfaraz Khan survives.

15.5

Mayank Markande to Axar Patel, Bowls this short and just outside off. Axar Patel goes on the back foot and pushes this to long off for a single to get off the mark.

Axar Patel is the next man in. Could he be the match-winner for Delhi?

15.4

Mayank Markande to Priyam Garg, OUT! DRAGGED ON! Mayank Markande has yet another wicket and he has bowled wonderfully so far! He fires this one full and wide outside off. Priyam Garg charges down the wicket and goes hard at the ball but has to reach for it. He gets an inside edge that rolls onto the stumps and Delhi have now lost half their side. Hyderabad have one foot over the finish line and will want to close this inning out soon.

15.3

Mayank Markande to Sarfaraz Khan, Short this time and outside off. Sarfaraz Khan cuts this towards point and sets off for a quick single.

15.2

Mayank Markande to Sarfaraz Khan, Loops this one full and just outside the off pole. Sarfaraz Khan looks to slog sweep but misses.

15.1

Mayank Markande to Priyam Garg, Mayank Markande bowls this short and outside off. Priyam Garg miscues this to the left of cover and takes one.

over

15 | 9 Runs | HH: 138/4

14.6

Abhishek Sharma to Sarfaraz Khan, Short this time and outside the off pole. Sarfaraz Khan cuts this towards the backward point fielder to end the over with a dot ball.

14.5

Abhishek Sharma to Priyam Garg, Bowls this full and in line with the stumps. Priyam Garg eases this down to long on for a single.

14.4

Abhishek Sharma to Priyam Garg, Goes full and outside the off pole. Priyam Garg lofts this towards deep cover for a run. They take an extra run on the over throw.

14.3

Abhishek Sharma to Sarfaraz Khan, Angles this down leg side on a fuller length. Sarfaraz Khan flicks this towards deep mid-wicket for a single.

14.2

Abhishek Sharma to Priyam Garg, Tosses this full and going down leg. Priyam Garg sweeps this to fine leg for a single.

14.1

Abhishek Sharma to Priyam Garg, FOUR! Priyam Garg gets his first bouAbhishek Sharma floats this full and outside the off pole. Priyam Garg thumps this towards long off for four runs.

Strategic break! Delhi need 69 runs in the last 6 overs but have lost their main batters in the quest for some quick runs. They need their middle and lower order to click if they are to get over the line, Hyderabad are well in control at the moment but will definitely not take things lightly. An interesting closing phase of the game coming our way...

over

14 | 10 Runs | HH: 129/4

13.6

Akeal Hosein to Priyam Garg, Short and outside off, Priyam Garg cuts it through point for one.

13.5

Akeal Hosein to Sarfaraz Khan, Quicker, full and on off, Sarfaraz Khan knocks it towards wide of covers where the fielder makes a half-stop. The batters take a run but there is some confusion about the second and in the end, both of them refuse and gets home safely.

13.4

Akeal Hosein to Priyam Garg, Flighted, full and on off, Priyam Garg pushes it through covers for a run.

13.3

Akeal Hosein to Sarfaraz Khan, Tossed up, full and on off, Sarfaraz Khan drives it towards long off for a single.

Sarfaraz Khan has made his way out to the crease.

13.2

Akeal Hosein to Mitchell Marsh, OUT! TAKEN! Akeal Hosein has the last laugh! Hyderabad gets the big fish, Mitchell Marsh and they are on top of the game now. Akeal Hosein once again floats this up, full and on leg, turning away again, Mitchell Marsh goes for the slog again but ends up slicing it high in the air due to the spin and Aiden Markram at covers backtracks a bit, settles under it and takes a fine catch under pressure. Delhi four down now!

13.1

Akeal Hosein to Mitchell Marsh, SIX! Up, up and away! This is tossed up, full and on middle, turning away a bit, Mitchell Marsh clears his front leg and smokes it over the bowler's head for a huge maximum.

over

13 | 5 Runs | HH: 119/3

12.6

Abhishek Sharma to Mitchell Marsh, Slower through the air, on middle, Mitchell Marsh looks to flick it away but gets a leading edge in front of cover-point for one.

12.5

Abhishek Sharma to Mitchell Marsh, Short and outside off, Mitchell Marsh cuts it wide of sweeper covers where Abdul Samad runs to his left and slides to keep it inside. Two runs taken!

12.4

Abhishek Sharma to Priyam Garg, Tossed up, full and on off, Priyam Garg drives it through covers for a single and gets off the mark.

Priyam Garg walks out to the middle.

12.3

Abhishek Sharma to Manish Pandey, OUT! STUMPED! Abhishek Sharma strikes with the ball now! Two quick wickets and Hyderabad are back in the game. Abhishek Sharma floats this up around middle, grips and turns away sharply, Manish Pandey dances down the track to work it away but gets beaten due to the turn and Heinrich Klaasen behind the stumps does the rest. However, the umpires want to check where is Heinrich Klaasen when he collects the ball and the replay shows that he has collected the ball well behind the stumps. Pandey has to go as Delhi lose their third wicket.

12.2

Abhishek Sharma to Mitchell Marsh, Flatter, full and on off, Mitchell Marsh drills it wide of covers where Aiden Markram flies to his right to make a brilliant stop. They cross.

12.1

Abhishek Sharma to Mitchell Marsh, Short and on off, Mitchell Marsh punches it straight to covers.

over

12 | 3 Runs | HH: 114/2

11.6

Mayank Markande to Manish Pandey, Short again and on leg, Manish Pandey tucks it towards mid-wicket.

11.5

Mayank Markande to Mitchell Marsh, Shorter in length and on leg, Mitchell Marsh works it through mid-wicket for a run.

11.4

Mayank Markande to Mitchell Marsh, Floated, full and on off, Mitchell Marsh drives it towards covers.

11.3

Mayank Markande to Manish Pandey, Shortish and on off, Manish Pandey pushes it through covers for a single.

Manish Pandey is the new batter at the crease.

11.2

Mayank Markande to Philip Salt, OUT! CAUGHT AND BOWLED! This is a stunning return catch and finally, the partnership has been broken. Philip Salt cannot believe it but he has to go back to the hut after a great knock. Mayank Markande lands this short again and on off, Philip Salt makes room and slaps it down the pitch a bit uppishly and Markande dives to his right to take an excellent catch. Delhi two down now!

11.1

Mayank Markande to Mitchell Marsh, Just short! Mayank Markande lands this short and on middle, Mitchell Marsh mistimes his lofted shot in the air but it lands just in front of long on where Mayank Agarwal dives forward to grab it. They cross.

over

11 | 6 Runs | HH: 111/1

10.6

T Natarajan to Philip Salt, Length again and around off, Philip Salt gently pushes it wide of sweeper covers for a brace.

10.5

T Natarajan to Mitchell Marsh, Pulls his length back a bit, on off, Mitchell Marsh punches it through covers for one.

10.4

T Natarajan to Mitchell Marsh, Touch fuller and on off, Mitchell Marsh pushes it towards covers.

10.3

T Natarajan to Philip Salt, Back of a length and on off, Philip Salt chips it towards wide of long off for another run.

10.2

T Natarajan to Mitchell Marsh, FIFTY FOR MARSH! His first one of the season and this has come at the perfect time for Delhi. This is on a hard length and around off, Mitchell Marsh punches it towards sweeper covers for a run.

10.1

T Natarajan to Philip Salt, Full and on leg, On a length and on leg, Philip Salt tucks it towards mid-wicket for a single.

Change.

over

10 | 8 Runs | HH: 105/1

9.6

Mayank Markande to Philip Salt, Bowls a googly into the pads on a fuller length. Philip Salt clips this towards deep square leg for another run and will retain strike.

9.5

Mayank Markande to Mitchell Marsh, Goes full this time and into the stumps. Mitchell Marsh punches this down to long on for a single.

9.4

Mayank Markande to Mitchell Marsh, Back of a length and outside the off stump. Mitchell Marsh knocks this straight to the man at extra cover.

9.3

Mayank Markande to Philip Salt, Continues to bowl short and offers width. Philip Salt cuts this towards deep cover-point and takes one.

9.2

Mayank Markande to Philip Salt, FOUR! That is FIFTY for Philip Salt and he is keeping this run chase alive! Mayank Markande bowls this short as well and wide outside off. Philip Salt slaps this towards deep backward point for four runs. Also brings up the 100-run partnership between these two.

9.1

Mayank Markande to Mitchell Marsh, Remarkable work in the deep by Harry Brook and he has saved five runs! Mayank Markande bowls this short and outside the off stump. Mitchell Marsh pulls this towards wide long on and it was heading for a certain maximum. Harry Brook stretches and grabs hold of the ball with on hand and lands on the turf. He realizes that he is falling over and throw the ball into play. The batters take a single and Mitchell Marsh applauds the fielder's effort!

over

9 | 12 Runs | HH: 97/1

8.6

Abhishek Sharma to Philip Salt, Fires this one full and into the stumps. Philip Salt knocks this back to the bowler. 12 runs from Abhishek Sharma's first over.

8.5

Abhishek Sharma to Mitchell Marsh, Shoots this in into the pads. Mitchell Marsh knocks this towards long on for a single.

8.4

Abhishek Sharma to Mitchell Marsh, SIX! Loose delivery this time and put away nicely by Mitchell Marsh! Abhishek Sharma bowls this short and outside the off pole. Mitchell Marsh pulls this over deep square leg for a maximum.

8.3

Abhishek Sharma to Mitchell Marsh, FOUR! Mitchell Marsh does not get the best connection but has hit it straight enough to find the fence! Abhishek Sharma bowls this short and outside off. Mitchell Marsh powers this down to long on for four runs.

8.2

Abhishek Sharma to Mitchell Marsh, Short this time and outside the off pole. Mitchell Marsh rocks back and hits this straight to the cover fielder.

8.1

Abhishek Sharma to Philip Salt, Abhishek Sharma floats this one full and into the stumps. Philip Salt eases this down to long on and takes a run.

Strategic-Break! Delhi has set up a nice base for the chase with both Mitchell Marsh and Philip Salt both striking at a good rate. However, they will need to maintain this and avoid losing wickets in clusters. Hyderabad need wickets and they need them quickly or else this game could get away from them even before they know it. Abhishek Sharma to bowl after the break.

over

8 | 6 Runs | HH: 85/1

7.6

Mayank Markande to Philip Salt, Six singles from the over and a good one from Mayank Markande to help Hyderabad gain some control! Bowls this short and into the leg pole. Philip Salt goes deep in the crease and pushes this towards long on and will keep strike.

7.5

Mayank Markande to Mitchell Marsh, Continues to bowl short and at the stumps. Mitchell Marsh pulls this towards deep mid-wicket for a run.

7.4

Mayank Markande to Philip Salt, On a shorter length once again and outside the off stump. Philip Salt rocks back and knocks this towards long off for a single.

7.3

Mayank Markande to Mitchell Marsh, A tad bit shorter and into the stumps. Mitchell Marsh has to get low to pull this towards deep square leg for one more.

7.2

Mayank Markande to Philip Salt, Goes full but strays onto the pads. Philip Salt flicks this towards deep square leg and takes a run.

7.1

Mayank Markande to Mitchell Marsh, Mayank Markande bowls this slightly short and just outside off but takes the pace off. Mitchell Marsh cross-bats this down to long on for a single.

over

7 | 22 Runs | HH: 79/1

6.6

Umran Malik to Philip Salt, FOUR! Philip Salt joins the party and this is an expensive over from Umran Malik! He bowls this full and outside the off pole. Philip Salt thumps this straight towards long off for four more runs. 22 runs have come from this over.

6.5

Umran Malik to Mitchell Marsh, On a good length and outside the off stump. Mitchell Marsh punches this towards deep point for a single.

6.4

Umran Malik to Mitchell Marsh, SIX! Back-to-back sixes and Mitchell Marsh is feeding on Umran Malik's pace here! Bowls this on a length and into the pads. Mitchell Marsh whips this over deep backward square leg as well for six more runs.

6.3

Umran Malik to Mitchell Marsh, SIX! You just can not bowl it there to Mitchell Marsh! Umran Malik bowls this short and into the batter. Mitchell Marsh gets inside the line of the ball and pulls this over deep backward square leg for six runs.

6.2

Umran Malik to Philip Salt, Slightly short once again and outside the off pole. Philip Salt whips this towards deep square leg and takes a single.

6.1

Umran Malik to Philip Salt, FOUR! That is absolutely dismissed from sight! Umran Malik bowls this back of a length and outside the off stump. Philip Salt pulls this towards deep mid-wicket for four runs.

over

6 | 11 Runs | HH: 57/1

5.6

Akeal Hosein to Philip Salt, Goes slightly fuller outside the off stump. Philip Salt eases this down to long off and takes a run to retain strike. Delhi are 57 for the loss of one wicket after the Powerplay.

5.5

Akeal Hosein to Philip Salt, Short once again and outside the off stump. Philip Salt knocks this firmly to the cover fielder.

5.4

Akeal Hosein to Mitchell Marsh, Continues to bowl short and outside the off pole. Mitchell Marsh cuts this towards the point fielder and they take a single off a fumble.

5.3

Akeal Hosein to Philip Salt, Goes back to bowling short and at the stumps. Philip Salt rocks back and pushes this towards long off for a single.

5.2

Akeal Hosein to Philip Salt, FOUR! Two boundaries in a row and Delhi are off to a decent start here! Akeal Hosein fires this one full and going down leg. Philip Salt helps this down to fine leg for four runs.

5.1

Akeal Hosein to Philip Salt, FOUR! Philip Salt gets into the 30s with a well-played shot! Brings up the 50 for Delhi as well. Akeal Hosein bowls this short and into the stumps. Philip Salt goes onto the back foot and punches this towards long on for four runs.

over

5 | 11 Runs | HH: 46/1

4.6

T Natarajan to Philip Salt, Fuller and on middle, Philip Salt makes room and forces it towards long on for one.

4.5

T Natarajan to Mitchell Marsh, A slower one now, on length and on off, Mitchell Marsh bunts it to the off side for a run.

4.4

T Natarajan to Mitchell Marsh, SIX! A gift from T Natarajan! He loses hi grip and serves a juicy full toss, outside off, Mitchell Marsh throws his bat at it and slices it towards the deep backward point fence as the ball lands on the boundary cushions for a biggie.

4.3

T Natarajan to Mitchell Marsh, In the air...safe! This is back of a length and on middle, Mitchell Marsh mistimes his pull shot in the air behind mid-wicket where Mayank Markande runs backwards but it is just out of reach as he dives to grab it. Two runs taken!

4.2

T Natarajan to Philip Salt, Length again and on off, Philip Salt knocks it towards wide of mid off for a single.

4.1

T Natarajan to Philip Salt, T Natarajan begins with a good-length delivery, outside off, Philip Salt tries to drive it on the up but misses.

T Natarajan, the Impact Player has been brought into the attack.

over

4 | 12 Runs | HH: 35/1

3.6

Akeal Hosein to Philip Salt, Fires this one full and on leg, Philip Salt jams it out towards long on for one.

3.5

Akeal Hosein to Philip Salt, FOUR! Lovely shot! Akeal Hosein once again lands this short and on middle, Philip Salt makes some room and crunches it through covers for a boundary.

3.4

Akeal Hosein to Mitchell Marsh, Another short delivery, on leg, angling in, Mitchell Marsh tries to pull it away but misses and it goes off his pads towards backward point. A leg bye is taken.

3.3

Akeal Hosein to Mitchell Marsh, Short again and on off, Mitchell Marsh punches it towards covers.

3.2

Akeal Hosein to Mitchell Marsh, SIX! BANG! Akeal Hosein bowls this flatter, short and around middle and leg, Mitchell Marsh goes half-down on his knees and heaves it over the deep square leg fence for a biggie.

3.1

Akeal Hosein to Mitchell Marsh, Quicker, short and on middle, Mitchell Marsh slices it on the bounce towards point.

over

3 | 8 Runs | HH: 23/1

2.6

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Philip Salt, FOUR! Fine shot! Bhuvneshwar Kumar goes full again and around off, Philip Salt gets to the pitch of the ball and gently chips it over mid off for a boundary.

2.5

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Mitchell Marsh, Full and on off, Mitchell Marsh taps it towards cover-point and scampers across for a run.

2.4

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Mitchell Marsh, Length again and on middle, shaping in, Mitchell Marsh blocks it down the pitch.

2.3

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Philip Salt, On a length and on off, Philip Salt knocks it towards mid off for a quick single.

2.2

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Philip Salt, Touch fuller and on middle, keeps low, Philip Salt adjusts and checks his pull shot over mid-wicket for a couple of runs.

2.1

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Philip Salt, A slower one, back of a length and around off, Philip Salt tries to pull it away but is through his shot a bit early and misses.

over

2 | 8 Runs | HH: 15/1

1.6

Akeal Hosein to Mitchell Marsh, Tossed up, full and on middle, Mitchell Marsh blocks it out.

1.5

Akeal Hosein to Philip Salt, Short and on middle, Philip Salt flicks it towards deep mid-wicket for one.

1.4

Akeal Hosein to Mitchell Marsh, Darts this one full and on leg, Mitchell Marsh clips it towards deep mid-wicket for a run.

1.3

Akeal Hosein to Philip Salt, Floated, short and on middle, turning away, Philip Salt tucks it towards mid-wicket for a run.

1.2

Akeal Hosein to Philip Salt, FOUR! Good shot! This is flatter, short and on middle, angling in sharply, Philip Salt moves back and punches it past covers for a boundary.

1.1

Akeal Hosein to Mitchell Marsh, Akeal Hosein starts with a short delivery, on off, Mitchell Marsh pushes it towards long off for a single.

It will be spin from the other end as Akeal Hosein will share the attack.

over

1 | 7 Runs | HH: 7/1

0.6

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Philip Salt, Bhuvneshwar Kumar lands this on a hard length and outside off, shaping away, Philip Salt tries to cut it, but misses.

0.5

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Philip Salt, This is on a good length and on leg, Philip Salt nudges it towards deep mid-wicket for a brace.

0.4

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Philip Salt, FOUR! Philip Salt gets off the mark in style! This is full and on middle, shaping in, Philip Salt covers the line and shows the full face of the bat to loft it over the bowler's head for a boundary.

0.3

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to Mitchell Marsh, On a length and around off, Mitchell Marsh guides it towards third man for a single.

Mitchell Marsh makes his way out to the middle at number 3.

0.2

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to David Warner, OUT! CHOPPED ON! Bhuvneshwar Kumar draws first blood! This is a huge wicket for Hyderabad as Warner walks back for a duck. Kumar serves this a touch fuller and on off, keeps a bit low, David Warner tries to heave it away but only manages to get an inside edge back onto the stumps. He looks away in disappointment as Delhi lose their first wicket.

0.1

Bhuvneshwar Kumar to David Warner, Bhuvneshwar Kumar starts with a full delivery, on middle, David Warner blocks it out.

st Innings Sunrisers Hyderabad

We are back for the second essay as the umpires make their way out to the middle. The Hyderabad players take their respective fielding positions on the ground as David Warner and Philip Salt make their way out to open the innings. Hyderabad have used their Impact Player option as T Natarajan comes onto the field in place of Rahul Tripathi. Bhuvneshwar Kumar has the new ball and will begin proceedings. Let's go.

... THE RUN CHASE ...

Right then, a massive total on a pitch that is bound to slow down as the game progresses. Hyderabad have some handy spinners in their line-up and they will be eager to take advantage of the conditions. Delhi looked to have control of the game in the first half of the inning but have conceded far too many runs and will be looking towards their batters to put on their best effort so far. As usual, it is David Warner who holds the key to this run chase and the hosts will be hoping he can get them off to a good start. Will Delhi pull off something remarkable? Or will Hyderabad defend this target with ease? We will find out shortly.

Abhishek Sharma says that the pitch was a bit slow and low. Adds that the plan was to put the loose deliveries away. Tells that he had a chat with Brian Lara who told him to take on the pacers in the Powerplay and whenever it was in his arc he did exactly that. Mentions that when he was batting he was looking around a total of 180-185 but they got more than that so he is happy with that. Ends by saying that he would love to bowl as he has worked hard in the nets and will give his best whenever the chance comes his way.

Abhishek Sharma got going from the first over itself as he looked to get his team on the front foot early but his opening partner Mayank Agarwal struggled to get going and was dismissed on a low score. Rahul Tripathi was shifty at the wicket and was dismissed as he looked to keep going at the bowlers. Aiden Markram tried to build the inning by playing the anchor role but only ended up consuming deliveries and gave away his wicket cheaply. Harry Brook was dismissed on a duck but they got the required impetus from Abdul Samad and Heinrich Klaasen with the latter reaching his half-century. Akeal Hosein played a handy cameo as they ended their inning just short of the 200-run mark.

We do not know what to make of this inning! Delhi kept chipping in with the wickets but were unable to put a cap on the scoring rate. Hyderabad have posted 197 runs on the board and will be sufficiently content with their effort as this is the highest score on this ground in this edition of the Indian T20 League. The Delhi bowlers were led by Mitchell Marsh who had an outstanding outing as he claimed 4 wickets for 27 runs with Axar Patel and Ishant Sharma chipping in with one each. They would have liked to have managed their bowlers better as Mukesh Kumar conceded 38 runs in 2 overs and Anrich Nortje also had an indifferent day in the office which leaves them with an uphill task to climb.

over

20 | 12 Runs | HH: 197/6

19.6

Anrich Nortje to Heinrich Klaasen, No, he can't! Brilliant fielding in the deep! Anrich Nortje serves this full and on off, Heinrich Klaasen thrashes it wide of long off where David Warner runs to his right and dives to make a good stop, Two runs to end the innings then! Hyderabad finish on 197/6!

19.5

Anrich Nortje to Akeal Hosein, A low full toss, on middle, Akeal Hosein jams it out to the leg side for a run. Hyderabad need a big hit to breach that 200-run mark. Can Heinrich Klaasen do it?

19.4

Anrich Nortje to Akeal Hosein, Full again and on leg, Akeal Hosein clips it towards deep mid-wicket for a brace.

19.3

Anrich Nortje to Heinrich Klaasen, Full and on middle, Heinrich Klaasen drills it towards long on for a single.

19.2

Anrich Nortje to Heinrich Klaasen, In the air...safe! FIFTY FOR KLAASEN! This has come at a crucial time for his team. Anrich Nortje bowls a full toss, on off, Heinrich Klaasen tries to slog it away but gets a top edge as the ball falls safely in the vacant mid-wicket region. Two runs taken!

19.1

Anrich Nortje to Heinrich Klaasen, FOUR! A very streaky one but Klassen won't mind! Anrich Nortje serves this full and on off, Heinrich Klaasen tries to reverse-lap it but it goes off the back of the bat towards the fine leg fence for a boundary.

over

19 | 13 Runs | HH: 185/6

18.6

Mitchell Marsh to Akeal Hosein, SIX! Akeal Hosein connects this time alright! Mitchell Marsh serves this full and around middle, Akeal Hosein shuffles across early and whips it over the deep backward square leg fence for a biggie.

18.5

Mitchell Marsh to Akeal Hosein, Mitchell Marsh with another slower delivery, full and on off, Akeal Hosein tries to slog it away but is through his shot early and misses.

18.4

Mitchell Marsh to Heinrich Klaasen, Back of a length and outside off, Heinrich Klaasen punches it towards sweeper covers for a run.

18.3

Mitchell Marsh to Akeal Hosein, Touch fuller and around off, Akeal Hosein chops it to the leg side behind the stumps for a single.

18.2

Mitchell Marsh to Akeal Hosein, Another good slower delivery, on a length and outside off, Akeal Hosein tries to cut but gets a bottom edge towards the keeper.

18.2

Mitchell Marsh to Akeal Hosein, On a length and outside off, way outside off, Akeal Hosein fails to reach for it. It is called a wide. However, Delhi has taken the review to challenge the decision. The replay shows that it is still well wide of the batter even though he has moved. The on-field call remains and Delhi lose a review!

18.1

Mitchell Marsh to Akeal Hosein, EDGED AND FOUR! This is on a good length and around off, Akeal Hosein swings hard across the line but gets an outside edge over the keeper's head for a boundary.

over

18 | 10 Runs | HH: 172/6

17.6

Anrich Nortje to Akeal Hosein, A slower one, on a length and on off, Akeal Hosein taps it to the off side for one.

17.5

Anrich Nortje to Heinrich Klaasen, Fullish and on middle, Heinrich Klaasen mistimes his slog towards long on for another run.

17.4

Anrich Nortje to Akeal Hosein, Pitched up, on middle, Akeal Hosein works it towards long on for a run.

17.3

Anrich Nortje to Akeal Hosein, Anrich Nortje nails the yorker, on middle, Akeal Hosein digs it out to the leg side.

17.2

Anrich Nortje to Heinrich Klaasen, Full and on off, Heinrich Klaasen drives it through covers for a single.

17.1

Anrich Nortje to Heinrich Klaasen, SIX! Way into the stands! Anrich Nortje misses his yorker and bowls a low full toss on middle, Heinrich Klaasen stays there and smokes it over the long on fence for a 97 meter maximum.

Akeal Hosein makes his way out to the middle.

over

17 | 10 Runs | HH: 162/6

16.6

Mitchell Marsh to Abdul Samad, OUT! CAUGHT BEHIND! Mitchell Marsh gets his fourth wicket! This is incredible from him. He lands this short once more and around off, Abdul Samad tries to cut it away but only manages to get a slight outside edge towards the keeper where Philip Salt takes a sharp low catch. Abdul Samad goes back after a good little cameo.

16.5

Mitchell Marsh to Heinrich Klaasen, Slower again, short again, on middle, Heinrich Klaasen pulls it towards deep mid-wicket for one.

16.4

Mitchell Marsh to Abdul Samad, Short of a length and on off, Abdul Samad gets hurried and miscues his pull towards long off for a another run.

16.3

Mitchell Marsh to Abdul Samad, SIX! Abdul Samad gets into the act now! Mitchell Marsh lands this back of a length and on middle, slower again, Abdul Samad waits for it and clubs it over the wide long on fence for a biggie.

16.2

Mitchell Marsh to Heinrich Klaasen, Short and on off, slower too, Heinrich Klaasen looks to pull but gets a top edge which falls well short of long on. They cross.

16.1

Mitchell Marsh to Abdul Samad, On a length and on off, Abdul Samad pushes it towards long off for a single.

over

16 | 17 Runs | HH: 152/5

15.6

Axar Patel to Heinrich Klaasen, SIX! BOOM! Another one! Axar Patel lands this short and on middle, Heinrich Klaasen moves back quickly and heaves it over the deep mid-wicket fence for another maximum.

15.5

Axar Patel to Heinrich Klaasen, SIX! BANG! Heinrich Klaasen goes big now! Axar Patel fires this one full and around middle, Heinrich Klaasen stays there and generates some power to smash it over the long on fence for a biggie.

15.4

Axar Patel to Abdul Samad, Flatter, short and on leg, Abdul Samad misses his flick as the ball goes off his pads towards short fine leg. A leg bye is taken.

15.3

Axar Patel to Abdul Samad, Quicker, full and on middle, Abdul Samad blocks it down the pitch.

15.2

Axar Patel to Heinrich Klaasen, Tossed up, full and on off, Heinrich Klaasen slices it in front of sweeper covers for a single.

15.2

Axar Patel to Heinrich Klaasen, Flatter, full and way outside off again, Heinrich Klaasen offers no shot at it. Wided again.

15.2

Axar Patel to Heinrich Klaasen, Floated, full and outside off, way outside off, Heinrich Klaasen makes some room and leaves it in end. Wided.

15.1

Axar Patel to Abdul Samad, Short and on off, Abdul Samad pushes it towards long off for a single.

over

15 | 9 Runs | HH: 135/5

14.6

Anrich Nortje to Abdul Samad, Bowls this on a good length and outside the off pole. Abdul Samad gets across the line of the ball and flicks this towards deep mid-wicket for a single.

14.5

Anrich Nortje to Heinrich Klaasen, Short this time and at the batter. Heinrich Klaasen plays a controlled pull shot towards deep square leg for one.

14.4

Anrich Nortje to Abdul Samad, Nails this yorker this time at the stumps. Abdul Samad gets his bat down in time and smothers this into the pitch. The batters cross for a single.

14.3

Anrich Nortje to Abdul Samad, Bangs this in short and in line with the stumps. Abdul Samad looks to pull this away but top edges this into the vacant area behind the bowler for a couple of runs.

14.2

Anrich Nortje to Abdul Samad, Slightly short and outside the off pole. Abdul Samad slaps this towards the backward point fielder.

14.1

Anrich Nortje to Abdul Samad, FOUR! Anrich Nortje is welcomed back with a beautiful shot! He bowls this full and outside off. Abdul Samad walks down the wicket and lofts this towards long off for four runs.

over

14 | 6 Runs | HH: 126/5

13.6

Axar Patel to Abdul Samad, Loops this one full and on an off-stump line. Abdul Samad gets forward and works this towards deep square leg for a single.

13.5

Axar Patel to Heinrich Klaasen, Bowls this slightly short and outside off. Heinrich Klaasen whips this towards deep mid-wicket for one.

13.4

Axar Patel to Abdul Samad, Goes full once again and attacks the stumps. Abdul Samad flicks this towards deep square leg for another runs.

13.3

Axar Patel to Heinrich Klaasen, Tosses this full and in line with the stumps. Heinrich Klaasen goes for the heave but miscues it into the leg side for a single.

13.2

Axar Patel to Abdul Samad, Angles this into the pads on a fuller length. Abdul Samad flicks this towards deep mid-wicket and takes a run.

13.1

Axar Patel to Heinrich Klaasen, Axar Patel bowls this short and outside the off stump. Heinrich Klaasen cuts this towards deep cover-point and takes a single.

Strategic-Break! Hyderabad have lost wickets in clusters again and now they are desperate for a partnership as the last two recognized batters are at the crease now. They will hope that these two pace the innings and get them to a good total. Delhi firmly have a grip on the game but they know that they cannot let this slip away and will want to quickly get through the Hyderabad batting order. Axar Patel to continue...

over

13 | 11 Runs | HH: 120/5

12.6

Kuldeep Yadav to Abdul Samad, SIX! A good end to the over for Hyderabad! Kuldeep Yadav tosses this full and in line with the stumps. Abdul Samad charges down the wicket and lofts this straight as an arrow back over the bowler's head for six runs.

12.5

Kuldeep Yadav to Heinrich Klaasen, Short and outside the off stump. Heinrich Klaasen slaps this towards deep cover for yet another run.

12.4

Kuldeep Yadav to Abdul Samad, Goes full and outside the off pole. Abdul Samad eases this down to long off for a single.

12.3

Kuldeep Yadav to Heinrich Klaasen, Short this time and spinning into the batter. Heinrich Klaasen punches this towards long on and takes another run.

12.2

Kuldeep Yadav to Abdul Samad, Loops this one full and just outside the off stump. Abdul Samad shimmies down the wicket and flicks this towards deep mid-wicket for one.

12.1

Kuldeep Yadav to Heinrich Klaasen, Kuldeep Yadav flights this full and outside the off stump. Heinrich Klaasen slices this towards deep point for a single.

over

12 | 2 Runs | HH: 109/5

11.6

Axar Patel to Abdul Samad, Tossed up, full and on middle, Abdul Samad defends it on the front foot.

11.5

Axar Patel to Abdul Samad, Quicker, full and on middle, angling in, Abdul Samad blocks it out.

11.4

Axar Patel to Abdul Samad, Bowls this slightly short and outside the off stump. Abdul Samad punches this towards cover.

Abdul Samad is the next man in.

11.3

Axar Patel to Abhishek Sharma, OUT! CAUGHT! Axar Patel gets the set batter out and Delhi continue to chip away at the wickets! This is looped up full and outside the off stump. Abhishek Sharma looks to go over the boundary on the leg side but gets the ball off the toe end of the bat. The ball goes towards David Warner who takes a good catch falling forward. Hyderabad have now lost half their side and are in a bit of trouble. Delhi will be eager to wrap this inning up in a jiffy.

11.2

Axar Patel to Heinrich Klaasen, Short once again and outside the off stump. Heinrich Klaasen knocks this towards long off for a run.

11.1

Axar Patel to Abhishek Sharma, Axar Patel bowls this short and outside the off pole. Abhishek Sharma does not time this well and scoops this towards long off for a single.

over

11 | 24 Runs | HH: 107/4

10.6

Mukesh Kumar to Heinrich Klaasen, SIX! This one has gone all the way and that Free-Hit seems to have got Heinrich Klaasen on his way! Mukesh Kumar bowls this full once again and outside the off stump. Heinrich Klaasen cranks this over long off for six runs.

10.5

Mukesh Kumar to Heinrich Klaasen, FOUR! Heinrich Klaasen powers this straight down the ground! Mukesh Kumar bowls this full and outside the off pole. Heinrich Klaasen thumps this straight to long off for four runs.

10.5

Mukesh Kumar to Heinrich Klaasen, NO BALL! Mukesh Kumar bowls a high full toss at the batter. Heinrich Klaasen manages to whip this towards deep square leg for a couple of runs. Free-hit coming up...

10.4

Mukesh Kumar to Heinrich Klaasen, On a good length this time and outside the off pole. Heinrich Klaasen knocks this straight to the cover fielder.

10.4

Mukesh Kumar to Heinrich Klaasen, WIDE! Bowls a slower bouncer outside the off stump. Heinrich Klaasen leaves this one alone and the umpire calls this wide for height.

10.3

Mukesh Kumar to Abhishek Sharma, Comes 'round the wicket now on a fuller length and into the pads. Abhishek Sharma clips this towards deep square leg and takes a single.

10.3

Mukesh Kumar to Abhishek Sharma, WIDE! The bowler has lost his line here! Mukesh Kumar bowls this on a good length but down leg side. Abhishek Sharma looks to flick this away but misses and the umpire calls this wide.

10.2

Mukesh Kumar to Abhishek Sharma, FOUR! This is some pure timing! Top-class batting from Abhishek Sharma! Mukesh Kumar bowls this on a good length but offers width outside off. Abhishek Sharma punches this towards deep cover for four more runs.

10.1

Mukesh Kumar to Abhishek Sharma, FOUR! Abhishek Sharma is playing on a different pitch here! Mukesh Kumar bowls this back of a length and outside the off stump. Abhishek Sharma pulls this towards deep mid-wicket and picks up four runs.

over

10 | 0 Runs | HH: 83/4

9.6

Mitchell Marsh to Heinrich Klaasen, Double wicket-maiden from Marsh! He lands this on a length again and on leg, Heinrich Klaasen nudges it towards short mid-wicket. A fine over for Delhi!

9.5

Mitchell Marsh to Heinrich Klaasen, On a length and on off, Heinrich Klaasen pushes it towards short covers.

Heinrich Klaasen strides out to the middle.

9.4

Mitchell Marsh to Harry Brook, OUT! TAKEN! Mitchell Marsh with the double whammy! Harry Brook's struggle continues as he goes back for a duck. Marsh bangs this onto the pitch again and on middle, stick to the surface a bit, Harry Brook tries to pull it away but is a bit early and mistimes it in the air towards short mid-wicket where Axar Patel hops up and juggles it over his head but the ball falls in his hands safely in the end. Hyderabad four down now!

9.3

Mitchell Marsh to Harry Brook, Back of a length and on off, Harry Brook keeps it out to the off side.

Harry Brook is the new batter at the crease.

9.2

Mitchell Marsh to Aiden Markram, OUT! TAKEN! Mitchell Marsh strikes again! Aiden Markram goes back to the hut for yet another low score. Marsh bangs this short and on middle, Aiden Markram looks to pull it away but gets a bit hurried and mistimes it in the air towards deep mid-wicket where Axar Patel settles under it and pouches it safely. Hyderabad three down now!

9.1

Mitchell Marsh to Aiden Markram, Oh..that is close! This is a slower one, on a length and on off, keeps low too, Aiden Markram tries to play at it but it goes under his bat and just past the stumps to the keeper.

over

9 | 7 Runs | HH: 83/2

8.6

Kuldeep Yadav to Abhishek Sharma, Flatter, short and on off, Abhishek Sharma uses his feet again but gets hurried and bunts it towards short covers.

8.5

Kuldeep Yadav to Abhishek Sharma, FOUR! Nice use of the feet! This is flighted and around middle, Abhishek Sharma skips down the track and lofts it wide of long on for a boundary.

8.4

Kuldeep Yadav to Aiden Markram, Slightly shorter and on off, Aiden Markram punches it towards sweeper covers for another run.

8.3

Kuldeep Yadav to Aiden Markram, Floated, full and on middle, Aiden Markram pushes it back to the bowler.

8.2

Kuldeep Yadav to Abhishek Sharma, Tossed up, full and on middle, Abhishek Sharma mistimes his drive towards long on for a run.

8.1

Kuldeep Yadav to Aiden Markram, Short and on middle, Aiden Markram pulls it wide of long on where the fielder dives to his right to stop it. Only a single.

over

8 | 5 Runs | HH: 76/2

7.6

Axar Patel to Abhishek Sharma, Bowls this quicker in the air and on a shorter length, outside off. Abhishek Sharma rocks back and punches this straight to the fielder at covers.

7.5

Axar Patel to Aiden Markram, Flights this full and on an off-stump line. Aiden Markram shimmies down the wicket and flicks this towards deep mid-wicket for another run.

7.4

Axar Patel to Abhishek Sharma, Continues to bowl full and outside the off pole. Abhishek Sharma drags this towards deep sqaure leg with a sweep shot and takes a single.

7.3

Axar Patel to Aiden Markram, Loops this one full and outside the off pole. Aiden Markram mistimes his shot towards long on and picks up a run.

7.2

Axar Patel to Abhishek Sharma, Slightly short and into the stumps. Abhishek Sharma clips this towards deep mid-wicket and takes one.

7.1

Axar Patel to Aiden Markram, Axar Patel floats this one full and outside the off stump. Aiden Markram eases this down to long off for a single.

Strategic-Break! Hyderabad has got off to a flier even though they have lost two wickets. Abhishek Sharma is showing yet again why he needs to open the innings and he will deliver the goods. They will want him and Aiden Markram to take this deep and then go big in the slog-overs. Delhi will feel that they let the momentum get away from them and need to get a couple of wickets to get back in the game. Axar Patel to bowl after the break.

over

7 | 9 Runs | HH: 71/2

6.6

Kuldeep Yadav to Abhishek Sharma, SIX! Abhishek Sharma gets to his FIFTY with a biggie! Kuldeep Yadav loops this full and just outside the off pole. Abhishek Sharma gets down on one knee and slog sweeps this over deep square leg as he collect six runs to bring up his landmark.

6.5

Kuldeep Yadav to Aiden Markram, DROPPED! Anrich Nortje has dropped an absolute sitter here! Kuldeep Yadav floats this full and outside the off pole Aiden Markram looks to go aerial towards long off but does not connect well. This is hit straight to Anrich Nortje but he spills it and the batters take a single.

6.4

Kuldeep Yadav to Aiden Markram, Short this time and wide outside off. Aiden Markram looks to cut this away but misses.

6.3

Kuldeep Yadav to Abhishek Sharma, Goes full and into the stumps. Abhishek Sharma miscues this towards long on for a run.

6.2

Kuldeep Yadav to Aiden Markram, Tosses this full and in line with the stumps. Aiden Markram dabs this into the leg side for a single.

6.1

Kuldeep Yadav to Aiden Markram, Kuldeep Yadav bowls this short and outside off. Aiden Markram rocks back and punches this towards cover.

Kuldeep Yadav comes into the attack now as we will see some spin for the first time.

over

6 | 16 Runs | HH: 62/2

5.6

Ishant Sharma to Abhishek Sharma, FOUR! Make that four in the over! Ishant Sharma decides to go really full and in line with teh stumps. Abhishek Sharma smashes this back past the bowler for yet another boundary. 16 runs from the over and Hyderabad are 62 for the loss of 2 wickets after the Powerplay.

5.5

Ishant Sharma to Abhishek Sharma, FOUR! That is the third boundary in the over and Hyderabad are getting a move on here! Ishant Sharma bowls this short and outside off. Abhishek Sharma pulls this over the man at mid off for four runs.

5.4

Ishant Sharma to Abhishek Sharma, Short and going down leg side. Abhishek Sharma pulls this straight to the short fine leg fielder.

5.3

Ishant Sharma to Abhishek Sharma, FOUR! That is the second boundary of the over and Abhishek Sharma is playing a crucial knock! Goes back to bowling full and outside off. Abhishek Sharma strokes this towards deep cover for four more runs.

5.2

Ishant Sharma to Abhishek Sharma, Bowls this on a good length and outside the off stump. Abhishek Sharma blocks this firmly towards extra cover.

5.1

Ishant Sharma to Abhishek Sharma, FOUR! Abhishek Sharma is looking really good here and is keeping the scoreboard ticking! Ishant Sharma bowls this full and outside the off pole. Abhishek Sharma creams this towards deep cover-point for four runs.

over

5 | 4 Runs | HH: 46/2

4.6

Mitchell Marsh to Abhishek Sharma, This is back of length and outside the off pole. Abhishek Sharma taps this with soft hands towards mid off and takes one to retain strike.

4.5

Mitchell Marsh to Aiden Markram, Bowls this on a good length and outside the off stump. Aiden Markram punches this towards deep cover and gets off the mark with a run.

4.4

Mitchell Marsh to Rahul Tripathi, OUT! CAUGHT! Mitchell Marsh gets an important wicket and Rahul Tripathi's shifty inning comes to an end! This is bowled back of a length and outside the off-pole. Rahul Tripathi charges down the wicket and looks to slap this away but gets hurried into the shot. The ball lobs up towards the cover fielder where Manish Pandey moves to his right and grabs hold of the ball. Hyderabad lose their second wicket in the Powerplay and this is just the start Delhi wanted to get the crowd behind them.

Aiden Markram comes out to the middle now.

4.4

Mitchell Marsh to Rahul Tripathi, WIDE! Strays down leg side on a fullish length. Rahul Tripathi looks to whip this away but misses and the umpire calls this one wide.

4.3

Mitchell Marsh to Abhishek Sharma, Bowls this back of a length and outside the off stump. Abhishek Sharma pulls this towards deep mid-wicket for a single.

4.2

Mitchell Marsh to Abhishek Sharma, Takes pace off this time and serves this on a good length, outside off. Abhishek Sharma feels for this and gets beaten on the outside edge.

4.1

Mitchell Marsh to Abhishek Sharma, Mitchell Marsh starts with a good length delivery outside the off pole. Abhishek Sharma taps this towards the mid off fielder.

Mitchell Marsh comes into the attack now.

over

4 | 14 Runs | HH: 42/1

3.6

Mukesh Kumar to Rahul Tripathi, SIX! That is a trademark Rahul Tripathi shot! Mukesh Kumar bowls this full and at the stumps. Rahul Tripathi gets across the line of the ball and paddles this over the keeper's head for six runs.

3.5

Mukesh Kumar to Rahul Tripathi, Continues to bowl on a shortish length and outside the off pole. Rahul Tripathi works this towards deep backward point and a fumble allows the batters to get a couple of runs.

3.4

Mukesh Kumar to Rahul Tripathi, Pulls his length back a fraction and serves this in line with the stumps. Rahul Tripathi charges down the wicket and looks to go hard at the ball but misses.

3.3

Mukesh Kumar to Abhishek Sharma, On a good length and on a leg-stump line. Abhishek Sharma dabs this towards mid-wicket and takes a single.

3.2

Mukesh Kumar to Abhishek Sharma, FOUR! That has been absolutely smashed! Mukesh Kumar bowls this back of a length and outside the off pole. Mukesh Kumar slaps this towards deep cover and collects four runs.

3.1

Mukesh Kumar to Rahul Tripathi, Mukesh Kumar bowls this on a good length and outside the off stump. Rahul Tripathi dabs this to through backward point and takes one.

over

3 | 7 Runs | HH: 28/1

2.6

Ishant Sharma to Abhishek Sharma, FOUR! Good shot! Ishant Sharma lands this short and on middle, Abhishek Sharma stays there and pulls it over mid-wicket for a boundary.

2.5

Ishant Sharma to Abhishek Sharma, On a length and on off, Abhishek Sharma guides it towards wide of third man and comes back for the second. He has to put in a dive in the end to make his ground.

2.4

Ishant Sharma to Rahul Tripathi, Full and on off, Rahul Tripathi steers it through point for a single and gets off the mark.

Rahul Tripathi walks out to bat at number 3.

2.3

Ishant Sharma to Mayank Agarwal, OUT! CAUGHT BEHIND! Ishant Sharma draws first blood! No review this time and Mayank Agarwal goes back to the hut for a low score. Ishant Sharma bangs in a sharp bouncer, on middle, Mayank Agarwal tries to pull it away but gets hurried and only manages to glove it behind where Philip Salt makes no mistake. Hyderabad lose their first wicket!

2.2

Ishant Sharma to Mayank Agarwal, A slower one now, full and on middle, Mayank Agarwal miscues his drive back to the bowler.

2.1

Ishant Sharma to Mayank Agarwal, This is on a hard length and on middle, Mayank Agarwal blocks it down the pitch.

over

2 | 13 Runs | HH: 21/0

1.6

Anrich Nortje to Abhishek Sharma, FOUR! Up and over! Anrich Nortje lands this short of a length and on off, Abhishek Sharma cuts it over point for a boundary.

1.5

Anrich Nortje to Abhishek Sharma, Back of a length and on leg, Abhishek Sharma nudges it towards deep square leg for a brace.

1.4

Anrich Nortje to Abhishek Sharma, Anrich Nortje nails the yorker now, on off, Abhishek Sharma digs it out to the off side.

1.3

Anrich Nortje to Mayank Agarwal, This is pitched up, on middle, Mayank Agarwal clips it towards mid on for a single.

1.3

Anrich Nortje to Mayank Agarwal, Full but down the leg side again, way down the leg side, Mayank Agarwal fails to connect. Wided.

1.2

Anrich Nortje to Mayank Agarwal, A good review from Hyderabad! Anrich Nortje bowls this on a good length and around off, nips back in sharply, Mayank Agarwal looks to block it but plays down the wrong line and gets hit on the pads. There is a huge appeal for LBW and up goes the finger. However, Mayank Agarwal goes for the review at the last moment. UltraEdge shows no bat involved but Ball Tracking shows impact is outside off. So, the on-field call is changed to Not Out. Agarwal survives and Hyderabad keeps their review.

1.1

Anrich Nortje to Mayank Agarwal, FOUR! Mayank Agarwal gets off the mark in style! This is full again and around leg, Mayank Agarwal clips it with good timing towards the deep mid-wicket fence for a boundary.

1.1

Anrich Nortje to Mayank Agarwal, Anrich Nortje begins with a wide! He serves this full but down the leg side, Mayank Agarwal misses his flick. Wided.

Anrich Nortje to share the attack.

over

1 | 8 Runs | HH: 8/0

0.6

Ishant Sharma to Abhishek Sharma, Fullish and outside off, Abhishek Sharma lets it go to the keeper.

0.5

Ishant Sharma to Abhishek Sharma, Pulls his length back a bit, on off, Abhishek Sharma chops it off the inner half onto his pads as the ball goes nowhere.

0.4

Ishant Sharma to Abhishek Sharma, Touch fuller and outside off, Abhishek Sharma leaves it alone.

0.3

Ishant Sharma to Abhishek Sharma, FOUR! Two in a row! This is on a good length and outside off this time, Abhishek Sharma this time slices it over cover-point for another boundary.

0.2

Ishant Sharma to Abhishek Sharma, Abhishek Sharma and Hyderabad are underway in style! Ishant Sharma lands this back of a length and around off, Abhishek Sharma punches it over short covers for a boundary.

0.1

Ishant Sharma to Abhishek Sharma, Ishant Sharma starts with a full delivery, on off, shaping away, Abhishek Sharma blocks it down the pitch.

We are all set to start! The two umpires are making their way out to the middle now followed by the Delhi players who spread out to take their respective fielding positions. Mayank Agarwal and Abhishek Sharma are the two openers for Hyderabad. Ishant Sharma has the new ball in hand and is raring to go. Let's play...

Harry Brook is up for a chat. He says that opening is a bit different for him and he has a different game plan. Adds that he has not been able to execute properly but the century gave him a lot of confidence. Tells that they need to be positive with the bat. Says that he is enjoying the challenge with the new ball and that too against the best bowlers. Ends by saying that Sundar is a big miss for them as he contributed with both bat and ball.

Impact Players for Delhi - Sarfaraz Khan, Lalit Yadav, Abishek Porel, Khaleel Ahmed, Pravin Dubey.

Delhi (Playing XI) - David Warner (C), Philip Salt (WK), Mitchell Marsh, Manish Pandey, Axar Patel, Priyam Garg (In for Aman Khan), Ripal Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Anrich Nortje, Ishant Sharma, Mukesh Kumar.

Impact Players for Hyderabad - Marco Jansen, Vivrant Sharma, Glenn Phillips, Mayank Dagar, T Natarajan.

Hyderabad (Playing XI) - Harry Brook, Mayank Agarwal, Rahul Tripathi, Aiden Markram (C), Abhishek Sharma, Heinrich Klaasen (WK), Abdul Samad (In for Washington Sundar), Mayank Markande, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Akeal Hosein (In for Marco Jansen), Umran Malik.

David Warner, the captain of Delhi says that it is all about adjusting to conditions. Adds that they have been losing wickets in clumps and will need a good batting performance. Mentions that they will need to be better in the Powerplay with bat and ball. Says that playing home and away is challenging but it is enjoyable too. Informs Priyam Garg makes his debut in place of Aman Khan.

Aiden Markram, the skipper of Hyderabad says that they will bat first. Adds that the wicket looks drier and dew should not be a major factor. Tells that the time for experiment is over and they need to get some results now. Mentions that the players need to express themselves and enjoy more. Admits that they have not been that good with the bat and need to improve. Says that Sundar is a big loss for them but that gives an opportunity to someone else to step up. Informs that Akeal Hosein is making his debut and Abdul Samad also comes in.

TOSS - Hyderabad have won the toss and they have elected to BAT first.

The news from the Hyderabad camp is that Akeal Hosein has been given a cap and is all set to make his debut in this game.

Hyderabad is a side that seems to have a settled playing 11 but is yet to find their rhythm as they have been marred by the inconsistency that has threatened to derail their season. Initially, they were having issues with their opening partnership but altered their batting order and got success. In recent times it has been batters playing loose shots and giving away their wickets cheaply but they will know that their success depends heavily on their batters performing at the highest level. The pace bowling contingent is well equipped and they do not lack options but the injury to Washington Sundar will force them to alter their setup. Will they be able to exact revenge for their loss at home? Or will the hosts do a double over their struggling opponents? We will find out soon. Stay tuned for the toss and team updates.

Delhi seemed to lack direction when the tournament began in the absence of their regular skipper Rishabh Pant and David Warner tried his best to lead from the front but could not get the best out of his team. It took them five consecutive defeats and a slight tweak to their side to initiate their first win and are in a position to make it three wins in a row. Their batting is still unpredictable and while a few batters in the middle order have got off to decent starts in recent games, they will need more substantial contributions to make a difference. It is their bowling that has been instrumental in their victories so far and they will be hoping to continue the good work they have done so far. They will need contributions from all departments to maintain this winning momentum and get themselves off the bottom spot.

Hello, and a warm welcome, ladies and gentlemen to our coverage of match number 40 in the 16th edition of the Indian T20 League as two teams nestled at the bottom of the table look for two crucial points to keep their title hopes alive. We are at the Arun Jaitley Stadium as Delhi host Hyderabad in a reverse fixture of their previous encounters. The hosts traveled to the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium last time around and beat the side from Hyderabad to make it two wins in a row and condemned their opponents to their third consecutive defeat. The momentum is definitely with the home side as the crowd will be behind them for yet another win but there is every chance that Hyderabad could be a wounded tiger that will strike back and we expect this to be a fierce contest.

... MATCH DAY ...

Has there been a better time in life to be a cricket fan? With the advent of T20 cricket, the excitement levels were certainly set to skyrocket but the introduction of T20 leagues around the world has taken entertainment to a whole new level. We are well into yet another weekend in the 16th edition of the Indian T20 League and we have a bunch of games coming our way as teams will be eager to end this action-packed month of April with positive results. The tournament has proved to be a cricketing carnival and as lovers of the game, it has been difficult not to be completely engrossed in the action. We focus our attention on match number 40 where we will witness a battle for survival as 10th-placed Delhi host 9th-place Hyderabad at the Arun Jaitley Stadium with both teams having registered just two wins in the seven games they have played so far. Despite their positions on the table, the two teams will be entering this encounter in contrasting moods as Delhi have picked up two consecutive wins after losing their first five games while on the other hand, Hyderabad are on a three-match losing streak. The two teams faced each other in the reverse fixture in their previous encounters at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad and Delhi won the close encounter by 7 runs. It was a game that saw two teams in poor batting form struggle and the side with a fractionally better display with the bat, came up trumps. Delhi have been heavily dependent on their skipper David Warner, who has 306 runs under his belt, to help them get decent scores on the board but have seen handy contributions from Manish Pandey and Axar Patel lower down the order. However, if they are to go on a winning run they need players like Prithvi Shaw, Mitchell Marsh, Sarfaraz Khan, and Philip Salt to step up to the challenge and prove their worth to the side. Rilee Rossouw and Rovman Powell are great options for the hosts but have been used sparingly in recent times after not making the most of their opportunities in the initial phase of the competition. It is the bowlers that have triggered a change in fortunes with their winning run coinciding with the introduction of Ishant Sharma to the side who has been an absolute revelation. Anrich Nortje, Mukesh Kumar, and Mitchell Marsh share the fast-bowling responsibilities but their lack of wickets is a real worry as the leading wicket-takers are Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel with 7 and 6 wickets respectively. Hyderabad have decided to use their best two batters up the order with Harry Brook (163 runs) and Mayank Agarwal (164 runs) given the role of the openers. They have a sturdy middle order with Rahul Tripathi, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, and Abhishek Sharma but they have lacked the consistency required for the side to be successful. Their main strength over the years has been their pace bowling unit and it is the same for them in this edition with the presence of Bhuvneshwar Kumar, T Natarajan, Marco Jansen, Umran Malik, and Fazalhaq Farooqi. They suffered a massive blow as Washington Sundar has been ruled out of the competition with a hamstring injury and the spin bowling load will now fall on their leading wicket-taker Mayank Markande along with Adil Rashid and Akeal Hosein. A loss could prove to be devastating for either team's chances of making it to the playoffs and in that context, we have a humdinger of a game awaiting us. Which side will win this bottom-table encounter? We will find out soon.

Delhi Capitals

David Warner

CAP/Bat/Bow

Philip Salt

KEEPER/Bat/Bow

Mitchell Marsh

Bat/Bow

Manish Pandey

Bat/Bow

Axar Patel

Bat/Bow

Priyam Garg

Bat/Bow

Ripal Patel

Bat/Bow

Kuldeep Yadav

Bat/Bow

Anrich Nortje

Bat/Bow

Ishant Sharma

Bat/Bow

Mukesh Kumar

Bat/Bow

Sarfaraz Khan

Bat/Bow

Lalit Yadav

Bat/Bow

Abishek Porel

Bat/Bow

Khaleel Ahmed

Bat/Bow

Pravin Dubey

Bat/Bow

Sunrisers Hyderabad

Harry Brook

Bat/Bow

Mayank Agarwal

Bat/Bow

Rahul Tripathi

Bat/Bow

Aiden Markram

CAP/Bat/Bow

Abhishek Sharma

Bat/Bow

Heinrich Klaasen

KEEPER/Bat/Bow

Abdul Samad

Bat/Bow

Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Bat/Bow

Akeal Hosein

Bat/Bow

Mayank Markande

Bat/Bow

Umran Malik

Bat/Bow

Marco Jansen

Bat/Bow

Vivrant Sharma

Bat/Bow

Glenn Phillips

Bat/Bow

Mayank Dagar

Bat/Bow

T Natarajan

Bat/Bow

Delhi Capitals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad, Indian Premier League 2023, Match 40 - Full Squad