On a warm evening where Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood caused mayhem under lights, DC was shot out for a paltry 75 in 16.3 overs. According to Axar, the run fest at this venue just two days ago, when Punjab Kings chased down a record 265, may have had an effect on the host\u2019s batters.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhat happened in the last game, when we lost after scoring 264, may have had an effect. There was hesitation from the batters. Other than that, it was bad luck. The batters just kept getting out within a few balls.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe will just have to forget this day and move on,\u201d Axar said at the post-match press conference. \u201cBhuvneshwar and Hazlewood are world-class bowlers who held a good length.\u201d<\/p>\n
With DC\u2019s fans expressing their anger after an abject display, the 32-year-old pleaded for support for his players. \u201cIf the fans are disheartened, the players are just as disheartened. This is the time for the fans to support the team. The players are down. At this time, it is very important for the fans to lend their support and trust the players,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, RCB, with six wins in eight games, is hitting the right notes. Asked if the defending champion is the hot favourite to go all the way, Krunal Pandya said, \u201cYou can\u2019t think too far ahead in this tournament.<\/p>\n
\u201cThere are six more games to go in the league stage. We want to just continue doing the right things more often than not, stick to the process and look to get the desired results.\u201d<\/p>\n
Published on Apr 28, 2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n