Twitter Reaction: Abishek Porel, Tristan Stubbs power up DC to beat LSG | IPL 2024

In game 64 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, Abhishek Porel again Tristan Stubbs‘ fireworks exploded Delhi Capitals (DC) in a convincing 19-run victory Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Tuesday (May 14) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi
Abishek Porel’s explosive start
DC posted an impressive score of 208/4 in their 20 overs, displaying a combination of aggressive and strategic batting. The innings started badly Jake Fraser-McGurk ducking on the second ball of the match, caught Naveen-ul-Haq turned off Arshad Khanbowling. However, Abishek Porela blast of 58 off 33 balls, including 5 fours and 4 sixes, provided a solid foundation. Shai Hope contributed with a fine 38 runs off 27 balls, keeping the momentum steady.
Tristan Stubbs’ latest order attack
A middle order saw Rishabh Pant added 33 from 23 balls before falling to Naveen. An outstanding performance ensued Tristan Stubbswho hit an unbeaten 57 off just 25 balls, with 3 fours and 4 sixes, supported by Axar PatelA quickfire 14 in 10 balls. Their aggressive approach, especially in the death overs, ensured a formidable total of 208 runs.
Lucknow Super Giants bowling struggle
The LSG bowlers had a challenging day on the field, struggling to contain the DC batsmen. Arshad managed to take the first wicket but it was costly, conceding 45 runs in his three overs. Naveen was less successful with figures of 2/51, but he also leaked runs at crucial times. Ravi Bishnoi it was the bowlers, with an economical 1/26, who gave control in the middle overs. However, the entire bowling unit, including Mohsin Khan, Yudhvir Singh, Krunal Pandya again Deepak Hooda failed to make a significant breakthrough, allowing DC to amass a formidable total.
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Fight with Nicholas Pooran and Arshad Khan
In response, LSG got off to a shaky start, losing their captain KL Rahul again Quinton de Kock at the beginning of the innings. Ishant Sharmaa spell of 3/34, dismantled the top order, as he got the key wickets of Rahul and de Kock. Hooda crossed the duck, compounding their problems. A solid 61 off 27 balls from him Nicholas Pooranand a solid unbeaten 58 off 33 balls by Arshad towards the end, the rest of the batting group crumbled under the pressure. Marcus Stoinis, Ayush Badoni and Pandya couldn’t provide the necessary support, and despite a late burst of firepower, LSG managed 189/9 in their 20 overs, falling short by 19 runs.
Delhi Capitals’s effective bowling display
The DC bowlers complemented their batsmen’s efforts with fine performances. Ishant has been leading the attack with his key wickets up front. Mukesh Kumar again Kuldeep Yadav were well supported, each taking one wicket and maintaining a strong line, conceding 33 runs in their four separate over spells. Khaleel Ahmed and Axar chipped in with a wicket each, while Stubbs no Gulbadin Naib they keep things under control in their short time. A combined effort ensured that despite the efforts of Pooran and Arshad Khan, LSG never really threatened the target, securing a deserved victory for DC.
Here’s how Twitter responded:
Another amazing innings from Abishek Porel!! 👏🏾 It’s admirable how he changed gears and gave DC a good start despite the first wicket. #DCvLSG
— Robin Aiyuda Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) May 14, 2024
Porel has been very impressive this season in terms of strike rate, good signs for dc. It looks like Fraser and Porel have closed their openings for next season.
— arfan (@Im__Arfan) May 14, 2024
I never expected Porel to be this good, DC batsmen (Fraser, Pant, Stubbs ) scoring quickly and more he is not praised but the amazing IPL he has .
– Sai (@akakrcb6) May 14, 2024
Abhishek Porel ended his campaign with 327 runs (32.7 Avg & 159.5 Strike Rate)
Not bad for someone who keeps calling “parchi” or wrong choice on Cricket Twitter and people even raised doubts about Delhi Capitals decision to buy him…
It seems that sometimes it is difficult…
– Abhishek AB (@ABsay_ek) May 14, 2024
KKR should include Porel in the team next season.
– Hipster (@Hipsterrrific) May 14, 2024
So many spells that appear @ImIshant
High class use of his experience.— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) May 14, 2024
Another Stubbs FIFTY in the IPL and this one in 22 balls!
What a firecracker!!!! #LSGvsDC
— ThePoppingCrease (@PoppingCreaseSA) May 14, 2024
Tristan Stubbs does it again!!
He brings up his 50 in just 22 balls after being 7 in 9 balls. Amazing acceleration 🔥#IPL2024 pic.twitter.com/1D6zS1WtaG
– Werner (@Werries_) May 14, 2024
Tristan Stubbs is the 🔥🔥🔥
22 ball 50 👌#IPL2024 #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/gJawIVftXZ
— Lawrence Bailey ⚪ 🇿🇦 (@LawrenceBailey0) May 14, 2024
We’re recording our final game 🏠 in style 🔥 pic.twitter.com/xJaYZIt8JA
– Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) May 14, 2024
We fought until the end, but it was not enough 😔 pic.twitter.com/ub0uDWBYJX
– Lucknow Super Giants (@LucknowIPL) May 14, 2024