Huge smiles come naturally to Delhi Capitals’ Shikhar Dhawan, who is understood for his cheerful nature and fun-loving persona as seen on the cricketer’s social media channels. Prithvi Shaw, Dhawan’s doubtless opening associate for Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020, is not as a lot a fun-and-frolic determine – not less than not on social media. So when Delhi Capitals requested the duo to buddy up and pose for the digicam, Dhawan’s pure smile maybe brushed on Shaw as they confirmed that “#WideSmileWednesday must be a factor.”
Dhawan moved Delhi Capitals from SunRisers Hyderabad forward of IPL 2019 and scored 521 runs at 34.73 final season. Shaw had a extra subdued season: he amassed 353 runs at 22.06 from 16 matches.
In a top-heavy Delhi Capitals line up comprising Indian gamers Dhawan, Shaw, Ajinkya Rahane, Shreyas Iyer and Rishabh Pant and abroad stars like Shimron Hetmyer and Alex Carrey, there’s prone to be powerful competitors for the highest 4 slots within the taking part in XI.
Rahane, who was traded with Rajasthan Royals forward of IPL 2020 mentioned he’s keen to play the finisher’s position if wanted.
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“If I’m informed to bat at No 5 or 6, I’ll positively take it as it will likely be a brand new position for me and assist me discover my recreation. So if you happen to ask me, my reply is sure, I’m prepared,” Rahane mentioned when requested about batting within the center or decrease middle-order.
Delhi Capitals not too long ago misplaced one other opening prospect Jason Roy who pulled out of the match as a result of damage. Australia’s Daniel Sams changed Roy within the squad.
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