IPL 2024: Best Predicted Playing XI of Delhi Capitals (DC) after mini-auction

In the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL), Delhi Capitals (DC) played under David Warner’s captaincy in Rishabh Pant’s absence. Under the Aussie’s leadership, DC couldn’t do well and ended up in the ninth spot on the points table. After failing to reach the playoffs for two consecutive seasons, Capitals will look to quench their thirst for the trophy under Pant, who will make a comeback in the 2024 IPL edition. 

Following the disappointing 2023 season, Delhi got rid of some non-performing players and fetched nine players for INR 19.05 crore in the 2024 IPL auction in Dubai. Harry Brook, Tristan Stubbs, Jhye Richardson, and Shai Hope were notable buys while Jharkhand’s wicket-keeper Kumar Kushagra became their most expensive purchase. Following the business event, it’s time to know the probable playing XI of DC.

Here is the best predicted XI of Delhi Capitals (DC) after the 2024 IPL auction:

1. Prithvi Shaw

Prithvi Shaw came under fierce criticism for his underwhelming batting display in the 2023 IPL. The youngster played eight matches and scored only 106 runs at a strike rate of 124.70 and a below-par average of 13.25. However, his disappointing batting show didn’t break DC’s trust as the franchise retained him for the 2024 season.

Shaw will have to display his batting mettle in 2024. Along with Warner, he will have to give fierce starts to the side. The right-handed batter played for Northampton in England’s One-Day Cup and played some extraordinary knocks. Against Somerset, he played 244-run innings and broke into the record books.