Delhi Capitals (DC) enjoyed a strong start to the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 under the captaincy of Australian batter David Warner. Despite winning four of their previous five games, they still have a monumental challenge ahead of them despite recent improvements.
Is there any chance for DC to advance into the playoffs? Let us check.
DC is ranked last out of 10 teams in the points standings with just four victories. If they want to be among the top four teams at the end of the league stage and go to the playoffs, they must win all four of their remaining games in the league stage of the season.
If they are successful in winning their remaining games, they will have eight victories and 16 points overall. In terms of their chances of making the playoffs, it might not be enough. Additionally, DC will also need a few of the other campaign outcomes to go in their favour.
DC has played high-scoring teams like Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Punjab Kings (PBKS). Gujarat Titans and CSK are certain to finish in the top four. The clubs in the bottom half will, however, face a stiff battle for the final two spots.
In several of its games. Therefore, winning all of their forthcoming games would be a mammoth effort for the Warner-led club. In order to up their run rate and stay in the postseason hunt, they must also defeat those opponents with larger margins.
