Kuldeep Yadav’s Big Praise, 50 IPL wickets for Delhi Capitals

Kuldeep Yadav's Big Praise, 50 IPL wickets for Delhi Capital

Exceptional left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav has etched his name in Delhi Capitals (DC) history by achieving a significant milestone: 50 wickets for the franchise in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The feat was achieved during a thrilling match against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on March 30, 2025.

Yadav’s journey in the IPL began in 2016 with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), where he spent five seasons honing his talent. The time spent with KKR was instrumental in honing his skills, especially the opportunity to learn from the legendary Sunil Narine. Yadav credited Narine for imparting invaluable knowledge, especially explaining the importance of bowling with good length, a strategy that has become the cornerstone of his success right now. Since joining Delhi Capitals in 2022, Kuldeep has been a consistent performer and plays a vital part in their bowling attack.

In the match against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Kuldeep Yadav bowled brilliantly and picked up 3 crucial wickets for just 22 runs in four overs. His bowling played a key role in restricting Sunrisers Hyderabad to 163 runs. He took wickets including Abhinav Manohar, Pat Cummins and Aniket Verma, with Verma’s dismissal being the game-changing moment.

Kuldeep Yadav bowling performance was brilliant

Kuldeep Yadav’s achievement was widely praised and his bowling performance was described as brilliant. His ability to take wickets at crucial times and better control over bowling has earned him a place among the top bowlers in Delhi Capitals history.

Kuldeep Yadav’s achievement puts him at par with other key Delhi Capitals bowlers like Amit Mishra, Kagiso Rabada and Axar Patel, further cementing his legacy in the franchise. As Kuldeep Yadav continues his journey with the Delhi Capitals, his contribution will undoubtedly be a key factor in the team’s quest for IPL glory.