Punjab Kings star spinner Yuzvendra Chahal did not participate in the match against Delhi Capitals due to injury. This information was given by Punjab Assistant Coach Sunil Joshi. In the absence of Chahal, Punjab suffered defeat against Delhi Capitals.
Punjab Kings lost by 6 wickets to Delhi Capitals in Jaipur on Saturday. In this match, Punjab was clearly lacking. In the press conference after the match, Joshi revealed that Chahal of 34 Sala gave rest due to pain.
The assistant coach also did not refrain from explaining how serious Chahal’s injury is, but it was clear on the field that the spin of Punjab was weak without Chahal. Sunil Joshi said that Yuzvendra Chahal has some pain. So we made them rest. This was the idea.
At the same time, Praveen Dubey got a place in the team as Chahal’s replacement. But this 31 -year -old bowler could not show any amazing and spent 20 runs in 2 overs.
At the same time, Punjab Kings have to play their last league match against Mumbai Indians on Monday. If Punjab wins and the results of other matches are in favor for him, then he will be successful in playing the playoffs while staying in the top-2.