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IPL 2024, DC vs CSK: Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium Pitch Report, Visakhapatnam Weather Forecast, T20 Stats & Records | Delhi Capitals vs Chennai Super Kings

March 31, 2024

The upcoming showdown in Match 13 between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) promises to be a riveting spectacle, igniting the fervour of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. Set to unfold at the DR Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium on Sunday (March 31), the divergent paths traversed by both teams throughout the tournament have been starkly apparent.

While CSK have flourished under the fresh leadership of Ruturaj Gaikwad, clinching victories in their initial encounters, DC have grappled to match expectations following the return of their formidable leader, Rishabh Pant, enduring setbacks in their first two outings.

IPLT20 Stats and Records at Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium

Total matches: 13
Matches won batting first: 66
Matches won batting second: 7
Average score batting first: 158
Highest total recorded: 206/4 (20 Overs) by Mumbai Indians vs Delhi Capitals
Lowest total recorded: 92/10 (16.3 Overs) by Mumbai Indians vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
Highest score chased: 142/5 (20 Overs) by Mumbai Indians vs Deccan Chargers

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Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium Pitch Report:

Visakhapatnam, commonly known as Vizag, has been absent from the IPL match roster since 2019. Nevertheless, this venue is renowned for its pitches that typically favor batting, offering conducive conditions for fluid stroke play and consistent bounce. Over time, there has been a discernible trend towards spinners gaining effectiveness as the match progresses, adding an intriguing dimension to the gameplay. Despite the spin-friendly conditions, the presence of dew later in the game is expected to provide an advantage to the batters, potentially balancing out the contest.

Visakhapatnam Weather Forecast:

The weather outlook for Visakhapatnam is promising, with clear skies and abundant sunshine on the horizon, eliminating any concerns of rain interruptions during the match. The temperature is forecasted to hover around 32 degrees Celsius, accompanied by a moderate humidity level of approximately 58%. Moreover, a gentle breeze is anticipated, with winds blowing at a steady speed of 18 kmph, further enhancing the conducive conditions for an uninterrupted and enjoyable cricketing experience.

Squads:

Chennai Super Kings

Ruturaj Gaikwad (captain), Moeen Ali, Deepak Chahar, Devon Conway, Tushar Deshpande, Shivam Dube, MS Dhoni, Rajvardhan Hangargekar, Ravindra Jadeja, Ajay Mandal, Mukesh Choudhary, Matheesha Pathirana, Ajinkya Rahane, Shaik Rasheed, Mitchell Santner, Simarjeet Singh, Nishant Sindhu, Prashant Solanki, Maheesh Theekshana, Rachin Ravindra, Shardul Thakur, Daryl Mitchell, Sameer Rizvi, Mustafizur Rahman, Avanish Rao Aravelly

Delhi Capitals

Rishabh Pant (captain), Pravin Dubey, David Warner, Vicky Ostwal, Prithvi Shaw, Anrich Nortje, Abishek Porel, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Lungi Ngidi, Lalit Yadav, Khaleel Ahmed, Mitchell Marsh, Ishant Sharma, Yash Dhull, Mukesh Kumar, Harry Brook, Tristan Stubbs, Ricky Bhui, Kumar Kushagra, Rasikh Dar, Jhye Richardson, Sumit Kumar, Shai Hope, Swastik Chhikara