Faf ruled out as DC opt to field against MI
New Delhi, April 13 -- In a major setback for Delhi Capitals, experienced opener Faf du Plessis was ruled out of Sunday's clash against Mumbai Indians due to injury. Skipper Axar Patel, confirming the development at the toss, said the team would bowl first in what is the first IPL match at this venue this season.
"We'll bowl first. We're chasing well, and since it's the first game here, we don't really know how the pitch will behave. The numbers from the past don't matter much," Axar said. "The challenge is to stick to our plans and be brave, even if you get hit for a six. Faf is injured," he added, without elaborating on the extent of the South African's injury.
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