Delhi Capitals (DC) are awaiting skipper Axar Patel’s recovery from illness ahead of their upcoming IPL 2025 match against the Punjab Kings, according to assistant coach Matthew Mott. Axar was absent in their recent loss to the Mumbai Indians, which dashed DC’s hopes of reaching the top four, and he is still not fully fit for the upcoming game.
Mott mentioned that Axar is not training and has been dealing with various injuries. The team is disappointed about missing out on the Playoffs despite a strong start to the season with six wins in their first eight matches. Mott reflected on the team’s performance, stating that they needed to win a couple more games halfway through the tournament to secure a Playoff spot, but they fell short as a unit.
Despite the disappointment, Mott highlighted the positive performances from uncapped Indian players in the team. He praised players like Vipraj Nigam, Sameer Rizvi, and Abishek Porel for stepping up and making significant contributions throughout the season.
Even though the upcoming match against PBKS may not have any Playoff implications, Mott sees it as an opportunity for the team to finish the season on a high note and leave a lasting impression on the Delhi fans. He emphasized the team’s potential and hopes for a strong performance to carry forward momentum into the next season.
Overall, despite the setbacks, Mott remains optimistic about the team’s future and believes that there are valuable lessons to be learned from the season.
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