In a significant roster change for the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season, Delhi Capitals (DC) have announced the signing of South African pacer Lizaad Williams. Williams steps in as a replacement for English cricketer Harry Brook, who has withdrawn from the tournament due to personal reasons.
Harry Brook, acquired by DC for Rs 4 crore, made a heartfelt announcement on Instagram about his departure from IPL 2024. He shared the sorrow of losing his grandmother last month, describing her as his “rock.” This loss has led Brook to step away not only from the IPL but also from England’s five-match Test tour of India.
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The Delhi Capitals management has moved swiftly to fill the void left by Brook’s exit, bringing in Lizaad Williams at a base price of Rs 50 lakhs. Williams, known for his pace bowling, made his international debut for South Africa in 2021. Since then, he has appeared in two Tests, four ODIs, and 11 T20 Internationals, claiming a total of 24 wickets on the international stage.
This roster change comes in the wake of DC’s recent 29-run defeat to Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Wankhede Stadium. Despite a valiant effort that saw DC chasing a formidable total of 235 runs, thanks to significant contributions from Prithvi Shaw and Tristan Stubbs, the team fell short, ending the game at 205/8.
Currently, DC is positioned at the bottom of the IPL points table, with only two points from one win in five matches. The team is set to face the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in their next match on April 12 in Lucknow, where they aim to turn their fortunes around in the tournament.
With Williams’ inclusion in the squad, DC will be looking to bolster their bowling attack and make a strong comeback in the upcoming matches. Fans and the team alike will be hoping that this strategic change pays off as they navigate through the remainder of IPL 2024.
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