Here is why T Natarajan Isn’t Playing Today’s IPL 2025 Match 10 Against SRH

Delhi Capitals (DC) are facing Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their IPL 2025 match at Vizag. However, one of their key pacers, T Natarajan, is missing from the playing XI. This has raised questions among fans about his absence.

Why is Natarajan not playing today?

T Natarajan was not included in Delhi Capitals’ playing XI for the match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Skipper Axar Patel won the toss and chose to bowl first, but he did not mention any specific reason for Natarajan’s exclusion.

Reports suggest that Natarajan had fitness concerns during Delhi’s pre-season training camp. He was seen bowling with a shortened run-up, which hinted at potential injury concerns. While DC has not officially confirmed any injury, his omission might be a precautionary move to manage his workload.

Who is replacing Natarajan in DC’s bowling attack?

Delhi Capitals still have a strong pace unit despite Natarajan’s absence. The team has included:

• Mitchell Starc – Leading the pace attack with his experience.
• Mohit Sharma – An experienced IPL bowler known for his accuracy.
• Mukesh Kumar – A rising Indian pacer who has been impressive in recent matches.

With this combination, Delhi Capitals are aiming to maintain a balanced bowling attack in the absence of T Natarajan.

T Natarajan’s IPL 2025 journey so far

Delhi Capitals secured T Natarajan for ₹10.75 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction after he was released by Sunrisers Hyderabad. He has been a crucial bowler in previous IPL seasons, known for his yorkers and death-over bowling.

In his IPL career, Natarajan has played 61 matches, taking 67 wickets at an economy rate of 8.83. Last season, he picked up 19 wickets from 14 matches, making him one of the top pacers.

Delhi Capitals fans will be hoping that Natarajan returns soon and continues his impact in the tournament.

Playing XIs for DC vs SRH match

Delhi Capitals (DC) Playing XI:

1. Jake Fraser-McGurk
2. Faf du Plessis
3. Abishek Porel
4. KL Rahul (wk)
5. Axar Patel (c)
6. Tristan Stubbs
7. Vipraj Nigam
8. Mitchell Starc
9. Kuldeep Yadav
10. Mohit Sharma
11. Mukesh Kumar

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) Playing XI:

1. Travis Head
2. Abhishek Sharma
3. Ishan Kishan
4. Nitish Kumar Reddy
5. Heinrich Klaasen (wk)
6. Aniket Verma
7. Abhinav Manohar
8. Pat Cummins (c)
9. Zeeshan Ansari
10. Harshal Patel
11. Mohammed Shami

Impact Substitutes

• Delhi Capitals: Karun Nair, Ashutosh Sharma, Sameer Rizvi, Donovan Ferreira, Tripurana Vijay
• Sunrisers Hyderabad: Sachin Baby, Eshan Malinga, Simarjeet Singh, Adam Zampa, Wiaan Mulder

What’s next for Natarajan?

If Natarajan’s absence is due to minor fitness concerns, he might return in Delhi’s upcoming matches. DC will monitor his condition closely before making a decision.

For now, Delhi Capitals will have to rely on their current bowling unit to restrict Sunrisers Hyderabad in this crucial IPL 2025 clash.

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