For long, there has been a lament, Delhi Capitals have lacked a solid fan base, when compared with teams like Chennai Super Kings, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League.

Delhi Capitals' plan to target Kolkata Knight Riders' two main spinners backfired. They lost by 14 runs in Match 48 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. It was their fourth defeat in 10 matches, and they remained in fourth position in the points table.

Listen to BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra commentary at top of page Capitals are fourth but could go top with win KKR are seventh and would be three points off play-offs with victory READ MORE: 'Why hit a single when you can hit six?