Abishek scored 170 runs in just 130 balls, including 18 boundaries and seven maximums, at a strike rate of 130.77.
Delhi Capitals (DC) wicketkeeper batsman Abishek Porel was fabulous with the willow in Bengal’s first match against Delhi in the Vijay Hazare Trophy in Hyderabad. The left-hander opened the innings for Bengal and wreaked havoc, proving his true value as a batsman.
Abishek scored 170 runs in just 130 balls, including 18 boundaries and seven maximums, at a strike rate of 130.77. His team was chasing 273, and Porel made the chase one-sided with his supreme batting show.
He scored 62.04% of the team’s runs alone, and 67.05% came through boundaries. It was his first career century in List A, in his 10th innings in the 50-over format.
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He won the Player of the Match award for his marvelous batting display and took Bengal to the line in just 41.3 overs, remaining unbeaten throughout the innings. It was a dominant performance by Abishek against a strong Delhi bowling attack, comprising some big names, and ensured an ideal start to the tournament for Bengal.
Abishek Porel to play crucial role for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025
Delhi Capitals have parted ways with Rishabh Pant, their batsman and captain, so Abishek Porel’s role will increase immensely. Abishek will need to fill Rishabh Pant’s big shoes next season by contributing heavily with both the bat and gloves throughout the season.
DC retained him in the uncapped category at INR 4 crore, showing great confidence in him after a solid IPL 2024, where he was fantastic with the willow. When Rishabh Pant was ruled out of the competition due to an accident, DC introduced Abishek Porel, and he has been impressive ever since.
He took his performances to the next level last season and joined other top forwards in providing firepower to DC’s batting unit. He scored 327 runs at an average of 32.70 and a strike rate of 159.51 in 12 innings in IPL 2024, including two fifties.
It will be interesting to see if he can take on the additional responsibility and remain consistent. DC will slowly try to move him into the leadership group if possible, but for now, the focus will be on his return as a player.
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