Delhi: The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season is now at its decisive turn and today the match between Mumbai Indians (Mi) and Delhi Capitals (DC) is being played at the Wankhede Stadium. This match is very important for both teams because the expectations of making a place in the playoffs are on this match.
Delhi won the toss and chose bowling
Delhi Capitals have decided to bowl first after winning the toss. Keeping in mind the Wankhede pitch, this decision is considered strategically important.
Akshar Patel out of team, Faf du Plessy captain
Delhi suffered a major setback when Faf du Plessy said that regular captain Akshar Patel is ill and not playing in this important match. He has been suffering from flu for the last two days. The captaincy of the team is being done today veteran Faf du Plessi.
The team will miss the letter
For Delhi Capitals, Akshar Patel has been performing brilliantly throughout this season. Along with his bowling, he has been a strong pillar of the team under captaincy. In his absence, the team will definitely feel their lack.
Playoff hopes rested on this match
This match will be decisive to stay in the playoff race. If Mumbai wins today, it will qualify for the playoffs directly. On the other hand, this match for Delhi Capitals is like a situation of ‘do or die’.
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