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Kuldeep's Magic: Buttler's Half-Century Ends!
8 Apr
Summary
- Kuldeep Yadav dismissed Jos Buttler for 52, ending a crucial partnership.
- The dismissal occurred in the eighth over of Gujarat Titans' innings.
- This was the fourth T20 dismissal of Buttler by Kuldeep Yadav.
On Wednesday, April 8, Delhi Capitals' Kuldeep Yadav claimed the crucial wicket of Jos Buttler, who had reached a score of 52 off 27 deliveries. This key dismissal occurred in the eighth over of the Gujarat Titans' innings at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, halting a 60-run second-wicket partnership with captain Shubman Gill.
The left-arm wrist-spinner bowled a deceptive slower ball that stayed low, striking the stumps as Buttler attempted a shot towards the leg side. This marked the fourth occasion Kuldeep Yadav has dismissed the English batter in T20 cricket.
Following Buttler's departure, Shubman Gill and Washington Sundar worked to stabilize the Gujarat Titans' innings. At the time of reporting, the Titans had reached 152/2 after 14 overs, with Gill and Sundar continuing to bat. Mukesh Kumar also contributed with a wicket for the Capitals.
The Delhi Capitals aimed for a third consecutive win, having previously defeated Lucknow Super Giants and Mumbai Indians. However, they had lost to Gujarat Titans twice in the previous IPL season. Gujarat Titans, who had secured a three-wicket win against Punjab Kings and a six-run loss to Rajasthan Royals, were seeking to rebound against Delhi.
