In Match 64 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Abhishek Porel and Tristan Stubbs‘ explosive knocks propelled Delhi Capitals (DC) to a convincing 19-run victory over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Tuesday (May 14) at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi
Abishek Porel’s explosive start
DC posted an impressive score of 208/4 in their 20 overs, showcasing a blend of aggressive and strategic batting. The innings started poorly with Jake Fraser-McGurk falling for a duck in the second ball of the match, caught by Naveen-ul-Haq off Arshad Khan‘s bowling. However, Abishek Porel‘s explosive 58 off 33 balls, which included 5 fours and 4 sixes, provided a solid foundation. Shai Hope contributed with a well-paced 38 off 27 balls, keeping the momentum steady.
Tristan Stubbs’ late-order onslaught
The middle order saw Rishabh Pant adding 33 from 23 balls before falling to Naveen. The standout performance came from Tristan Stubbs, who blasted an unbeaten 57 off just 25 balls, with 3 fours and 4 sixes, supported by Axar Patel’s quickfire 14 off 10 balls. Their aggressive approach, especially in the death overs, ensured a formidable total of 208 runs.
Lucknow Super Giants’ bowling struggles
LSG’ bowlers had a challenging day on the field, struggling to contain the DC’s batters. Arshad managed to take an early wicket but was expensive, conceding 45 runs in his 3 overs. Naveen was slightly more successful with figures of 2/51, but he too leaked runs at crucial moments. Ravi Bishnoi was the pick of the bowlers, with a more economical 1/26, providing some control in the middle overs. However, the rest of the bowling unit, including Mohsin Khan, Yudhvir Singh, Krunal Pandya and Deepak Hooda failed to make significant breakthroughs, allowing DC to pile up a daunting total.
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Fight from Nicholas Pooran and Arshad Khan
In response, LSG had a shaky start, losing captain KL Rahul and Quinton de Kock early in the innings. Ishant Sharma‘s brilliant spell of 3/34, dismantled the top order, as he claimed the key wickets of Rahul and de Kock. Hooda fell for a duck, compounding their troubles. Despite a spirited 61 off 27 balls from Nicholas Pooran, and a resilient unbeaten 58 off 33 balls by Arshad towards the end, the rest of the batting lineup crumbled under pressure. Marcus Stoinis, Ayush Badoni and Pandya couldn’t provide the necessary support, and despite some late fireworks, LSG could only manage 189/9 in their 20 overs, falling short by 19 runs.
Delhi Capitals’ effective bowling display
DC’s bowlers complemented their batters efforts with a disciplined performance. Ishant led the attack with his crucial wickets upfront. Mukesh Kumar and Kuldeep Yadav supported well, each taking one wicket and maintaining a tight line, conceding 33 runs in their respective four-over spells. Khaleel Ahmed and Axar chipped in with a wicket each, while Stubbs and Gulbadin Naib kept things under control during their brief spells. The collective effort ensured that despite Pooran and Arshad Khan’s efforts, LSG never truly threatened the target, securing a well-deserved victory for DC.
Here’s how Twitter reacted:
Yet another impressive inning from Abishek Porel!! 👏🏾 Commendable how he changed gears and gave DC a good start despite the first wicket. #DCvLSG
— Robin Aiyuda Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) May 14, 2024
Porel has been quite impressive this season with the strike rate, great signs for dc. Seems like Fraser & Porel have sealed their opening for next season.
— arfan (@Im__Arfan) May 14, 2024
I never expected Porel would be this good, DC batters (Fraser, Pant, Stubbs ) scoring way too fast and more he is not praised but awesome IPL he is having .
— Sai (@akakrcb6) May 14, 2024
Abhishek Porel ended his campaign with 327 runs(32.7 Avg & 159.5 Strike Rate)
Not bad for someone who continuously termed as “parchi” or wrong selection on Cricket Twitter and people even raised doubts on Delhi Capitals decision to buy him…
It seems sometimes it’s difficult…
— Abhishek AB (@ABsay_ek) May 14, 2024
KKR should get Porel in the squad next season.
— Hipster (@Hipsterrrific) May 14, 2024
What a spell from @ImIshant
Top class use of his experience.— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) May 14, 2024
Another Stubbs FIFTY in the IPL and this one off 22 balls!
What a firecracker!!!! #LSGvsDC
— ThePoppingCrease (@PoppingCreaseSA) May 14, 2024
Tristan Stubbs does it again!!
Brings up his 50 off only 22 balls after being on 7 off 9 balls. Incredible acceleration 🔥#IPL2024 pic.twitter.com/1D6zS1WtaG
— Werner (@Werries_) May 14, 2024
Tristan Stubbs is him 🔥🔥🔥
22 ball 50 👌#IPL2024 #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/gJawIVftXZ
— Lawrence Bailey ⚪ 🇿🇦 (@LawrenceBailey0) May 14, 2024
𝐖rapping up our final 🏠 game in style 🔥 pic.twitter.com/xJaYZIt8JA
— Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) May 14, 2024
Fought till the end, but not good enough 😔 pic.twitter.com/ub0uDWBYJX
— Lucknow Super Giants (@LucknowIPL) May 14, 2024