Delhi Daredevils won the toss and to everyone’s surprise opted to bat first. Shreyas Iyer made a comeback in place of Aditya Tare. Delhi daredevils started of on a steady note reaching 26 in 4 overs, without losing a wicket and then Sam Billings cut loose and charged the bowlers, especially Varun Aaron. Delhi Daredevils kept their wickets intact after the first six overs, they got 49 for no loss. But just after the field restrictions were over, DD lost Sanju Samson first for 19 off 18 and Sam Billings though Billings continued. Karun Nair, another big player gloved one to Saha of the bowling of Varun Aaron. There was a lot of expectations from Shreyas Iyer, but his comeback was short-lived, he departed for 22. Promising Rishabh Pant got a start but could not carry on as he was out for 19.
Varun Aaron was expensive giving away 45 runs in his 4 overs, but he picked up two wickets. Axar Patel was extremely economical and that augured well for Kings XI Punjab. Morris got off to a breathtaking start but departed for 16 off 8. The pitch was on the slower side, but it was allowing stroke-making. Corey Anderson finally showed what he is capable of, clearing the ground with ease. Cummins and Anderson late order blitz took them to a par score. Kings XI Punjab will be hoping Eoin Morgan gets a good run today. Kings XI Punjab will require to get 189 when they come out to bat.
