Axar Patel's Leadership Shines as Delhi Capitals Clinch Thrilling Win Over LSG

Mitchell Starc praises Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel's leadership as the team pulls off a nail-biting win over Lucknow Super Giants. Despite a shaky start, key performances from Ashutosh Sharma and Vipraj Nigam led DC to a one-wicket victory in a high-scoring chase, highlighting Patel's development as an all-rounder.

In a nail-biting encounter against the Lucknow Super Giants, Delhi Capitals triumphed thanks to the evolving leadership of their captain, Axar Patel. Pacer Mitchell Starc commended Patel's calm demeanor and acknowledged his transformation into a 'dominant all-rounder' in the realm of international cricket.

Reflecting on the match during 'Match Center Live' on JioHotstar, Starc complemented Patel's impressive cricket journey. 'He has been fantastic,' Starc remarked, emphasizing Patel's leadership and the team's abundance of experienced players like Faf Du Plessis and Tristan Stubbs.

The Capitals, having chosen to bowl first, faced powerful innings from LSG's Mitchell Marsh and Nicholas Pooran. Yet, resilience in the latter stages turned the tide in their favor. DC's run chase was marked by stellar performances from Ashutosh Sharma and Vipraj Nigam, sealing a one-wicket win with mere balls to spare.

(With inputs from agencies.)