Punjab Kings (PBKS) will be aiming for a win against Delhi Capitals (DC) in the Indian Premier League 2023 as they eye a playoff spot. Punjab has two matches left in the season and has 12 points. To make a place in the playoffs, he will have to win both his remaining matches. The DC game is their best chance to ensure that they are on the right track as the Delhi-based franchise has been the worst-performing team in this edition of the tournament. With just 4 wins from 12 matches, DC are struggling to get going this season. The Shikhar Dhawan-led side will play their second home match this season at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala.
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DC looking to end the season in the best possible way
DC have two matches left in this season. Unlike PBKS, they are not in contention for a spot. however, Capitals will aim to end the season on a high With two wins in the remaining two matches. If they do, they could end up being party spoilers for some teams while making things easier for others. “You’re still trying to find the best combination and it’s never easy when you’re not winning. With any franchise you look around, Indian players if they don’t have a good season, It’s always tough. It doesn’t matter how good you are. Foreign players are like us, it’s not easy. Rishabh (Pant) will definitely be there for us,” DC assistant coach Ajit Agarkar said on the eve of the match. There was one major drawback.
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PBKS target playoff berth
Punjab batting coach Wasim Jaffer was reminded about his team’s inability to finish in the top four in the last four seasons, to which he said, “Thanks for the reminder, laughing (after finishing sixth last four times). about). But that’s the plan, to go into it.” playoffs. We have lost some very close people and that is the beauty of the tournament. Those crucial games hurt you or help you in qualifying. It’s simple math for us, winning both outright. ,
Dharamsala weather report ahead of PBKS vs DC clash in IPL 2023
Today the weather is expected to be favorable for cricket. According to the report of the Meteorological Department, there is a possibility of light rain in Dharamshala after noon. There is a 40 to 50 percent chance of rain in the afternoon. The match will start at 7.30 PM IST and the toss will take place at 7 PM. However, it will be cloudy throughout the match, which means swing bowlers will be under watch.











