PBKS vs DC IPL 2024 Match 2: Why is Anrich Nortje not playing today’s match?

In the IPL 2024 match between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Delhi Capitals (DC), the absence of Anrich Nortje due to his unfit bowling status is significant. Nortje’s prowess as a fast bowler has been instrumental in DC’s bowling attack, making his absence felt keenly.

His ability to deliver thunderous pace and precision has often tilted the scales in DC’s favor in crucial encounters. His absence not only impacts DC’s bowling depth but also alters their strategic approach, forcing them to rely on alternative options. While DC boasts a strong squad, Nortje’s absence creates a void that requires careful management and adaptation by the team management to maintain their competitive edge against PBKS in this match.

Delhi Capitals Playing XI

David Warner, Mitchell Marsh, Shai Hope, Rishabh Pant(w/c), Ricky Bhui, Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel, Sumit Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav, Khaleel Ahmed, Ishant Sharma

Delhi Capitals Subs: Abishek Porel, Mukesh Kumar, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Vicky Ostwal, Praveen Dubey

Delhi Captain Rishabh Pant at Toss: We would have batted first. The wicket looks a little on the slower side. Really emotional time for me. Just want to enjoy the moment. Not thinking much. I think not worried about last season. Really exciting times. We have been preparing well. Four overseas batters for us. Hope, Marsh, Warner, Stubbs.

Punjab Kings Playing XI

Shikhar Dhawan(c), Jonny Bairstow, Sam Curran, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma(w), Harpreet Brar, Harshal Patel, Kagiso Rabada, Rahul Chahar, Arshdeep Singh, Shashank Singh

Punjab Kings Subs: Rilee Rossouw, Prabhsimran Singh, Tanay Thyagarajan, Harpreet Singh Bhatia, Vidhwath Kaverappa

Punjab Kings captain Shikhar Dhawan at Toss: We are gonna field first. It is a new pitch. We will look to come up with new strategies. We have made some changes. We are used to this ground now. We had a practice match. We will look for some luck on this venue. Our four foreign players are Bairstow, Livingstone, Curran and Rabada.