Delhi Capitals (DC) have received a major boost ahead of their IPL 2025 clash against Gujarat Titans (GT), with the return of Faf du Plessis and Tristan Stubbs to the squad. The two overseas players had left India following the temporary suspension of the tournament due to India-Pakistan border tensions, but have now rejoined the team for the crucial encounter at Arun Jaitley Stadium.
Key Additions to DC Squad
- Faf du Plessis (South Africa) – The experienced batter will be available for the remainder of the season, providing much-needed stability to DC’s top order.
- Tristan Stubbs (South Africa) – The explosive middle-order batter will be available until May 26, before departing for national duties with South Africa’s Test squad.
DC’s Playoff Push
Currently placed fifth in the points table, DC has struggled with inconsistent performances and will need to win their remaining matches to secure a playoff spot. The return of du Plessis and Stubbs is expected to strengthen their batting lineup, which has faced challenges in recent games.
Upcoming Fixture: DC vs GT
- Match Date: May 18, 2025
- Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi
- DC’s Key Players: KL Rahul, Axar Patel (Captain), Tristan Stubbs, Faf du Plessis, Dushmantha Chameera
- GT’s Key Players: Shubman Gill (Captain), Jos Buttler, Rashid Khan, Prasidh Krishna, Mohammed Siraj.
Conclusion
With the return of overseas stars, DC will look to bounce back and challenge table-toppers Gujarat Titans in a high-stakes encounter. Fans can expect an intense battle as both teams fight for playoff qualification.
