In a disappointing match for the Delhi Capitals (DC), their captain Axar Patel faced scrutiny for his bowling tactics during their loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Despite having one of the strongest spin-bowling pairs in the Indian Premier League (IPL) with Patel and Kuldeep Yadav, they combined to bowl only four overs. Aaron Finch expressed confusion over this decision, emphasizing the need for Patel to trust his abilities, especially against left-handed batsmen like SRH's Abhishek Sharma, who scored 135 not out. Finch pointed out that Patel's reluctance to bowl himself in crucial moments reflects a lack of confidence, despite having a good track record against Sharma. Faf du Plessis also weighed in, suggesting that Patel has the skills to effectively manage left-handed batsmen and should have taken more responsibility. The match highlighted the importance of execution and strategic decisions in high-pressure situations, which ultimately affected DC's performance.