Delhi Capitals batter Tristan Stubbs says he isn\u2019t getting overly anxious about the team\u2019s batting performances in the ongoing Indian Premier League. Delhi are sitting with three wins and three losses so far, a record that might look modest, but Stubbs believes the bigger picture is more encouraging than the results suggest\u2014especially because most of their matches have ended with them chasing. In fact, they have chased in every game played to this point.<\/p>\n
Stubbs points to two clear trends that have shaped DC\u2019s season so far. First, when opponents post something \u201cgettable\u201d\u2014a total below 180, for example\u2014Delhi feel they can chase it down. Second, once the target rises to 200 or beyond, the batting outlook appears to change quickly. Even so, Stubbs insists the batting hasn\u2019t been as poor as it might sound, arguing that they have repeatedly stayed close even in defeats.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s looked more difficult than it actually is because we\u2019ve been chasing every match. The other day against SRH, we lost three wickets in an over and didn\u2019t bat particularly well\u2014yet we still ended up scoring 190-something,\u201d Stubbs said.<\/p>\n
He added that while the innings haven\u2019t been flawless, Delhi have managed to keep results moving in the right direction. \u201cWe haven\u2019t had the perfect innings, but on a rough day we\u2019ve still won three out of six. Even in our losses, we\u2019ve still made 190,\u201d he explained.<\/p>\n
Stubbs also emphasized the team\u2019s confidence and intent as the tournament moves along. \u201cWe know there are a couple of small moments here and there in games. We\u2019re putting up big totals. We\u2019re not too worried\u2014everyone\u2019s really positive, and everyone is batting well, which makes it exciting,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
In addition to defending DC\u2019s overall batting form, Stubbs expressed a desire to move up the order so he can contribute at an even greater scale. He has previously often come in at No. 5 and No. 6, while against Gujarat Titans he even found himself at No. 7.<\/p>\n
Stubbs said the context of his entry has been a factor, particularly when early wickets fall. \u201cI\u2019ve come in after we\u2019ve lost wickets early, so it\u2019s been a bit challenging. I just try to read the situation and play accordingly. If there\u2019s an opening to bat higher up the order, I\u2019d be happy to do that and try to make more of an impact,\u201d he remarked.<\/p>\n
He believes his approach changes based on the match situation, but the goal remains the same\u2014building momentum through partnerships. \u201cI\u2019ll try to change gears and do what I think is right out there. In those two games [against LSG and RCB], fortunately, the match never slipped away from us. It was always one key partnership in both those games. I strongly believe in batting in partnerships, and that\u2019s what I try to do my best,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
Later on Thursday at home, Delhi Capitals will face the table-toppers Punjab Kings, who remain unbeaten and are widely regarded as one of the most dangerous sides this season. When Stubbs was asked about the likely pitch at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, he suggested Delhi will need to adapt rather than assume a specific style of contest.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019ll have to see what the conditions are like. The wicket is already used, so we\u2019ll assess it and adjust accordingly,\u201d Stubbs said.<\/p>\n
With that in mind, the veteran batter\u2019s comments hint the game may not turn into a pure run-fest. Used pitches often assist bowlers more than they do hitters, which could influence how both teams pace their innings.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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