Axar was a standout performer in each Delhi’s victories got here in eight matches however the workforce administration drew a flak after he was despatched at quantity seven of their nine-run defeat towards Sunrisers Hyderabad at New Delhi of their final match.
Delhi’s assistant coach Pravin Amre defended the choice saying the workforce is usually pressured to “hold back” vice-captain Axar Patel within the batting order in order that he can play the finisher’s function within the ongoing IPL.
Set a goal of 198, Mitchell Marsh and Phil Salt set the platform for DC with their 112-run partnership for the second wicket in simply 11.2 overs. However, DC then misplaced three wickets earlier than the arrival of Axar, with the workforce needing 58 off 26 balls.
“Axar has the ability to finish the game. We need someone to play the finisher’s role. He has struck the highest number of sixes for us this season. Therefore, we have to hold him back sometimes, so that he can play the finisher’s role in the batting order,” Amre stated on the eve of the workforce’s subsequent match towards Gujarat Titans.
The Capitals shall be seeking to bounce again once they tackle Gujarat Titans on the Narendra Modi Stadium right here on Tuesday.
Speaking forward of the match, Amre stated, “Many teams have made comebacks after a poor start in the IPL. That’s the beauty of this tournament. Any team can beat any side. That’s why we have to give our best. It’s going to be challenging for us to play against Gujarat. But you never know, what can happen in the IPL.”
The assistant coach additional stated, “We have to stay in the present and focus on taking the two points in our next game. Our middle order has to bat better and we’ll look to improve our batting in the death overs.”
(With PTI Inputs)
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com