Ravichandran Ashwin Critiques Axar Patel After Delhi Capitals' Loss to CSK in IPL 2026
“His batting has been a complete letdown this year” - R Ashwin’s huge statement on ₹16.50 crore Indian after DC vs CSK IPL 2026 match
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Ravichandran Ashwin criticized Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel for poor batting and a questionable toss decision following their eight-wicket loss to Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026. Ashwin highlighted Patel's underwhelming performance and tactical errors that have left the team struggling in the tournament.
- 01Ravichandran Ashwin criticized Axar Patel for his poor batting performance, scoring only two runs.
- 02Delhi Capitals lost to Chennai Super Kings by eight wickets, marking their fourth loss in five home matches.
- 03Axar Patel has scored only 33 runs in seven innings this season at a strike rate of 89.18.
- 04Delhi Capitals are currently seventh in the IPL 2026 standings with eight points from ten games.
- 05Ashwin suggested that Patel needs to better utilize the home ground conditions and bond with the pitch curator.
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Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed disappointment in Delhi Capitals (DC) captain Axar Patel following their eight-wicket loss to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in IPL 2026. Ashwin criticized Patel's batting, where he scored just two runs off six balls, and questioned the decision to bowl first despite rainy conditions that favored bowlers. Patel, retained for ₹16.5 crore (roughly $2 million USD), has struggled this season, accumulating only 33 runs in seven innings at a strike rate of 89.18. Ashwin emphasized the need for Patel to connect with the pitch curator to improve their home game strategy. With this loss, DC has now won only four out of ten matches and is seventh in the standings, putting their playoff hopes in jeopardy.
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The team's poor performance could lead to reduced fan support and financial implications for future seasons.
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