As it happened - Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians, IPL 2022
By Hemant Brar and Shashank KishoreCapitals lay down a marker
Axar hits the winning runs by helping Bumrah along to the fine leg boundary. Mumbai Indians are now winless in an IPL opener since 2012. Bumrah's figures read a forgettable 3.2-0-43-0. Capitals needed 75 off 42 at one point. When Shardul Thakur became the sixth wicket to fall soon after, it appeared as if their hopes had faded. But they weren't done yet.
The secret to Axar and Lalit's partnership was their shot-making wasn't based on premeditation. It was on the basis of the simple belief that they can back themselves to react and execute shots on merit. And without really swinging hard, they efficiently brought up a half-century stand.In winning the game from a seemingly difficult situation, Capitals have already exhibited tremendous depth. Can only imagine how much of a boost it will be when they welcome back the likes of Warner, Mitch Maesh and Nortje. All others, watch out. The Capitals are rocking.