The Delhi Capitals suffered a setback in their recent match against Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL 2024, with bowling coach James Hopes expressing disappointment over the missed opportunity. Despite back-to-back wins at home, DC faced a seven-wicket defeat at the hands of KKR at Eden Gardens.
Kuldeep Yadav’s unbeaten knock of 35 runs helped the Capitals post 153/9, but KKR chased down the target in 16.3 overs, thanks to Phil Salt’s impressive 68 off 33 balls. Reflecting on the decision to bat first, Hopes mentioned that aiming for a score of 200 might have been too ambitious, considering the pitch conditions favored spinners.
With six losses and five wins in 11 matches, Delhi Capitals are currently placed sixth on the points table. Hopes emphasized that the team’s destiny is still in their hands, with three games left to play. He acknowledged the need to readjust and strategize for the upcoming matches in high-scoring venues like Delhi and Bangalore.
The Delhi Capitals will face Rajasthan Royals in their next match at Arun Jaitley Stadium on May 7. Despite the setback against KKR, Hopes remains optimistic about the team’s chances and is determined to make the most of the remaining games in the tournament.