DC vs MI: Shocking update from Delhi camp, Sourav Ganguly reveals David Warner, Ishant Sharma ruled out of...

Delhi Capitals (DC) have faced a major blow ahead of their game against Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Star batter David Warner and pacer Ishant Sharma have been ruled out of the fixture against the five-time champions in the tournament, as confirmed by Director of Cricket Sourav Ganguly.

David Warner and Ishant Sharma have been struggling with their fitness in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Both players have missed quite a few games for the team and their absence has been quite evident with the team losing some crucial games in the tournament.

David Warner suffered a thumb injury against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) and after that missed a few games for the team. He returned for the game against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) but missed the next game against Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. The batter is yet to gain full fitness and will be not featuring against Mumbai Indians.

In the absence of David Warner, Delhi Capitals played Shai Hope in the last game. The move didn't work well as the West Indies batter bagged a low score. However, thanks to the heroics of skipper Rishabh Pant (88*) with the bat as team posted a big total and won the game.

On the other hand, Ishant Sharma has been facing issues with his back. The lanky pacer had a back spasm and missed the Delhi Capitals' last two games against SRH and GT. He too is yet to attain full fitness and hence will be missing the game against Mumbai Indians.

The absence of Ishant Sharma has seen Delhi Capitals testing quite a few players with the ball. In the last match, they provide an opportunity to Rasikh Salam. Although the pacer gave away few runs he picked up three wickets and helped his team win the game.

Delhi Capitals are currently placed 6th on the points table with 4 wins from 9 games. The Rishabh Pant-led side would want to win their last few games in the IPL 2024 and book a berth in the playoffs. With the absence of David Warner and Ishant Sharma, it'll be a tough challenge for the team. 

Axar is certainty in the World Cup, Rishabh and Kuldeep should be there - Sourav Ganguly 

Sourav Ganguly talked about the possibility of Axar Patel, Rishabh Pant, and Kuldeep Yadav making it into the Indian team for the T20 World Cup 2024. He believes that the trio should board the plane for the USA and Caribbean as they will be crucial for the team. Speaking to reporters, he claimed: 

"Axar is certainty in the World Cup. Rishabh and Kuldeep should be there. He can bat number 8 and smack the spinners in the middle overs at the bat. These Axar and Jadejas are talented."

The Indian team for the T20 World Cup 2024 is set to be announced next week. It remains to be seen who will make it into the team. It won't be a surprise if Axar Patel, Rishabh Pant, and Kuldeep Yadav are selected.