Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals Live Score, IPL 2024: Shikhar Dhawan-led Punjab Kings began their chase on an explosive note. Till Ishant Sharma removed him for 22, Gabbar looked as dangerous as ever. The second wicket was of Bairstow and suddenly, DC looked in commanding position. However, Prabhsimran Singh and Sam Curran looked glued to the pitch with Rishabh Pant trying every variation to get the wicket. The required run rate was 8.40 and current run rate was 9. So, complete control of the match was with the hosts. But soon, Kuldeep Yadav removed Prabhsimran with Warner getting that catch. Just what Dehi needed at that moment.
But the fifth wicket partnership between Curren and Liam Livingstone turned the tide for Punjab. This helped Punjab to begin this season of Tata IPL 2024 with a stunning win by four wickets at the new ground in Mullanpur. When asked where Capitals went wrong, skipper Rishabh Pant said injury of Ishant Sharma really hurt the winning prospects of the guest.
Delhi Capitals Innings
At 149 for 8, guests Delhi Capitals were struggling and how. In comes Abhishek Porel and changes the game. Look at the stats – 4, 6, 4, 4, 6. This turned around the match for DC and the guests were able to put a decent score of 174 on the board. The impact sub’s terrific cameo has got DC back in the game. Now, it’s up to the bowlers.
Earlier in the day, Harshal Patel dropping Rishabh Pant’s catch could have been the turning point in Norther Derby – DC vs PBK match 2 – at Mullanpur today. But Patel made a course correction and ultimately removed Pant in next over. Still, crowd was joyous as they saw classic Pant shots during the second match of Tata IPL 2024 today. Punjab Kings skipper Shikhar Dhawan won the toss and opted to bowl first.
Match EndedIndian Premier League, 2024
Punjab Kings
177/6 (19.2)
Delhi Capitals
174/9 (20.0)
Match Ended ( Day – Match 2 )
Punjab Kings beat Delhi Capitals by 4 wickets
The DC openers did a good job with 50 on board within the powerplay. Warner, Marsh and Hope were able to put a good total on the board. But Kagiso Rabada, Arshdeep Singh and Harsha Patel have been able to get wickets on regular intervals. At this point, with half of the DC batters back in pavilion, it seems difficult for the guests to go for a challenging total. It will be up to the middle order to get over this crisis.
Both teams boasted an impressive lineup of world-class players. DC flaunts stars like David Warner, Mitchell Marsh, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Pant, Anrich Nortje, Ishant Sharma, and more. On the other hand, PBKS showcases talents such as Liam Livingstone, Dhawan, Sam Curran, Jitesh Sharma, Nathan Ellis, Harshal Patel, Jonny Bairstow, Sikandar Raza, Arshdeep Singh, Kagiso Rabada, and others.
Here are key moments of PBKS vs DC match 2 of IPL 17
IPL 2024 PBKS vs DC Live Score Updates
Punjab needed 4 and Livingstone just bettered it with a Titanic maximum. Thus helping Punjab start the IPL 2024 campaign with a win at new ground in Mullanpur against Delhi Capitals.
In the PBKS vs DC IPL 2024 match, Khaleel takes two wickets in consecutive deliveries, dismissing Curran and Shashank. You don’t expect Warner to miss that catch! What a miss!
An off-side delivery and Curran deposits the ball straight to the boundary. Delhi would need many more dot balls to put some pressure on Curran who is simply unstoppable at the moment.
Red flags all over Mullanpur right now as Sam Curran and Liam Livingstone unish Delhi bowlers. RP has now brought in Mitch Marsh. Punjab need 27 off 17 to win this match
This 50 can make or break Punjab Kings chances of winning this game. Rishabh Pant is relying heavily on Mitch Marsh and Axar Patel to remove Curran and Livingstone. And yes, RP is wicketkeeping today. What a sight!
Prabhsimran Singh scored 26 off 17 with five boundaries at a strike rate of 152. Kuldeep Yadav removed him. But wait, this seems to have no impact on Punjab Kings’ chase. Sam Curran and Jitesh Sharma are smashing shots all over. The hosts are near century and Pant would need some massive change of bowling attack to change the scenario
Ishant Sharma just limped away after getting injured. Major setback for DC just when they were looking for zing in their bowling attack.
Ishant Sharma injured. pic.twitter.com/ED5TKFC63J
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) March 23, 2024
Having dismissed PBKS skipper Shikhar Dhawan, Ishant Sharma now claims the crucial wicket of Bairstow! The attention shifts to Prabhsimran and Sam Curran as the focus intensifies.
Last evening, the Jio Viewership hovered around 7.3 crore. Today for match 2 of Tata IPL 2024, the viewership stat stands at 9.7 crore!
PBKS skipper Shikhar Dhawan is departing the field after a brisk innings of 22 runs off just 16 deliveries. Ishant Sharma’s performance marks a remarkable comeback for him.
Punjab Kings captain Shikhar Dhawan is back, and he looks very, very hungry for those runs. He is already 13 off 5 and its look stunning. re kings in hurry to go somewhere? RP has brought in Ishant Sharma but those wides are not helping!
4, 6, 4,4,6 – That’s Porel’s batting onslaught that is the real turnaround for the Capitals. Harshal Patel looks frustrating as there’s nothing that can stop Porel.
If you had gone for a quick break, chances are you will be shocked to see how quickly DC batting lineup has been destroyed by Punjab Kings bowlers. At one point, a 200+ score looked a doable reality. But at this point, even 150 will be bit much. Look at the fall of wicket
5 – 111
6 – 128
7 – 138
At 4:06 pm, Rishabh Pant walked in and played his very first delivery in over two years after suffering the horrific car crash back in 2022. It must have been a very emotional moment for him. We saw some classic shots. Though he went cheap (18 off 13 balls), the fact that the man was able to stand their in the middle of pitch and slam those boundaries looked absolutely beautiful. Tissues please!
Harshal Patel removes very explosive David Warner. After review, as Warner walked back, Mullanpur erupted in joy with sight of Rishabh Pant walking in. Just so emotional moment for every cricket fan. This man is making a return after nearly dying in a car crash two years back. From fears of leg amputation to what not, Pant has bounced back and how!
Hello and welcome. In case you are joining us just now, today is the second match of the Tata IPL 17. Punjab Kings are facing Delhi Capitals. PBKS skipper Shikhar Dhawan won the toss and opted to bowl first. Marsh and Warner went on to smash some cool shots as they opened for DC’s IPL campaign at brand new stadium in Punjab’s Mullanpur. But Arshdeep Singh sent Marsh packing at 20. This is the first setback for DC in the super over. Warner looks dangerous and a lot will depend on him to pile up more runs on the score board.
The coin falls in our favour! 🪙🥳
— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) March 23, 2024
We will be bowling first in our season opener! 💪#SaddaPunjab #PunjabKings #JazbaHaiPunjabi #PBKSvDC #TATAIPL2024 pic.twitter.com/UafD4QASyQ
Delhi Capitals (Playing XI): David Warner, Mitchell Marsh, Shai Hope, Rishabh Pant(w/c), Ricky Bhui, Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel, Sumit Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav, Khaleel Ahmed, Ishant Sharma
Punjab Kings (Playing XI): Shikhar Dhawan(c), Jonny Bairstow, Sam Curran, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma(w), Harpreet Brar, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh, Shashank Singh
DC overseas players: David Warner, Mitch Marsh, Shai Hope and Tristan Stubbs
PBKS overseas players: Liam Livingstone, Sam Curran, Kagiso Rabada, Jonny Bairstow
PBKS vs DC Live Updates: PBKS wins toss
PBKS captain Shikhar Dhawan has won the toss and chose to bowl.
PBKS vs DC Live Updates: Pitch Report
The game is scheduled to be held at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur. As per CricTracker, matches at this venue tend to witness slower wickets. With the PBKS vs DC being a daytime fixture, the pitch is anticipated to be even slower. Therefore, the team winning the toss might prefer to bat first. Batsmen will need to focus on finding the odd boundaries, while bowlers must maintain precision in their line and length.
PBKS vs DC Live Updates: ‘Rab Rakha Rishabh’
Delhi Capitals took to X to wish Pant ahead of the game. “There are comeback stories and then there is a Rishabh Pant comeback story,” they wrote.
𝐑𝐚𝐛 𝐑𝐚𝐤𝐡𝐚 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐛𝐡 🫶
— Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) March 23, 2024
There are comeback stories and then there is a Rishabh Pant comeback story ❤️
Audio Courtesy – JioCinema#YehHaiNayiDilli #IPL2024 #PBKSvDC | @RishabhPant17 pic.twitter.com/MUiUD3g63u
PBKS vs DC Live Updates: Who are the captains?
Punjab Kings is being led by Shikhar Dhawan, while Rishabh Pant will be taking charge of Delhi Capitals.
PBKS vs DC Live Updates: When will the match begin?
The match will begin at 3:30 pm. We are five minutes away from the toss.
PBKS vs DC Live Updates: When will the toss take place?
The toss is expected to take place at 3 pm.
PBKS vs DC Live Updates: Brand-new home ground
PBKS’ new home ground is the Mullanpur Stadium, making the PBKS vs DC IPL 2024 game its debut match in hosting an IPL fixture. Construction of the Mullanpur Stadium, boasting a seating capacity of 33,000, commenced in 2015.
PBKS vs DC Live Updates: Rishabh Pant making a comeback
Perhaps one the most interesting part of today’s match is going to be Rishabh Pant’s comeback to professional cricket after he sustained serious injuries post his accident in December 2022.
Look who's ready to unfold magic again 😎
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) March 23, 2024
Captain @RishabhPant17 is set to lead from the front for @DelhiCapitals 💪#TATAIPL | #PBKSvDC pic.twitter.com/gJWEhq91Xz
PBKS vs DC Live Updates: Teams gear up for action
Both teams appear to be in high spirits as they prepare for their inaugural match of the season.
Ready for our first chapter of #IPL2024 🐯
— Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) March 23, 2024
Read our #PBKSvDC preview 📰 👉 https://t.co/1zWSnX64Mw#YehHaiNayiDilli pic.twitter.com/LEBZSLMZG3
Ready to 𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐑 in Mullanpur! 🦁🏟️#SherSquad, hope to see you there for our season opener. 💪🏻#SaddaPunjab #PunjabKings #JazbaHaiPunjabi #TATAIPL2024 #PBKSvDC pic.twitter.com/0UspU3aLwl
— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) March 23, 2024
PBKS vs DC Live Updates: When will the match begin?
The inaugural match of the tournament between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Delhi Capitals (DC) is scheduled for today at 3:30 pm. This exciting clash will unfold at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur.
PBKS vs DC Live Updates: Catch all the live action here!
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Rishabh Pant’s return to lead Delhi Capitals in their pursuit of their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title comes as a pleasant surprise after his absence throughout the previous season due to injury. Sourav Ganguly, impressed by Pant’s remarkable recovery, emphasised the significance of his comeback not only for DC but also for his potential impact on both the Ranji team and the Indian cricket squad.