In a heartwrenching moment during the clash between Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru on May 12 the powerhouse Jake Fraser-McGurk suffered a stroke of misfortune. Positioned at the nonstrikers end Jake Fraser-McGurk innings abruptly ended as a sublime straight drive from Shai Hope brushed the fingertips of Yash Dayal leading to a relentless dismantling of the stumps.
Jake-Fraser McGurk was out of his crease when the bails broke off the stumps, giving Royal Challengers Bengaluru a fortuitous break. Yash Dayal dismissed Abishek Porel on the preceding delivery, and the well-set McGurk was forced to quit after scoring 21 runs off eight balls.
Virat Kohli was pleased when Jake Fraser-McGurk’s wicket fell. You may see the dismissal video here:
Jake Fraser-McGurk hit two fours and two sixes during his brief time in the center. He could have changed the game in DC’s favor if he had been on the pitch for a few more overs, but Yash Dayal’s quick reactions helped RCB remove him.
Can Jake Fraser-McGurk help Delhi Capitals qualify for the IPL 2024 playoffs?
Delhi Capitals succumbed to a defeat by a margin of 47 runs against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The urgency for Delhi Capitals to uphold their net run rate became paramount to heighten their chances of progression. Their upcoming fixture includes a critical virtual knockout showdown against the Lucknow Super Giants scheduled for Tuesday.
The match will take place at Arun Jaitley Stadium, where the Capitals want to secure a playoff spot. The Super Giants control their own fate. They may potentially get 16 points if they win their next two games against DC and the Mumbai Indians. It will be interesting to see whether McGurk and co. can wreck LSG’s party.
