Chasing 176, Delhi Capitals were under pressure early after slipping to 18\/3 in the powerplay. Rahul then took charge of the innings, counter-attacking the RCB bowlers and shifting momentum with his positive approach. Finch pointed out that Rahul\u2019s strong technique allowed him to handle Hazlewood\u2019s disciplined line and length effectively.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cHe came after him early, first ball, he pumped him over cover for six. He had a decent match-up against Hazlewood. He\u2019s probably the one player whose game really suits a bowler like Hazlewood, where he\u2019s in and around that off stump,\u201d Finch said on ESPNcricinfo\u2019s TimeOut show.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cAnother guy with good Test batting technique. So yeah, that was a crucial innings. He just found the boundary every time he needed one,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rahul\u2019s knock of 57 off 30 balls included several timely boundaries, including a standout over against Hazlewood where he scored 14 runs, helping DC recover from a difficult position. His ability to rotate strike and pick gaps ensured the required rate never got out of hand.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
He also stitched a crucial 76-run partnership with Tristan Stubbs, which brought DC back into the contest after the early setbacks. While Rahul eventually fell in the middle overs, his innings laid the foundation for the chase.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rahul\u2019s knock of 57 off 30 balls included several timely boundaries, including a standout over against Hazlewood where he scored 14 runs, helping DC recover from a difficult position. His ability to rotate strike and pick gaps ensured the required rate never got out of hand.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
With this win, DC are now in fourth place in the points table with six points from five games. After breaking the two-game losing streak, DC will look to continue the momentum when they take on Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on April 21.<\/p>\r\n\r\n