Delhi Daredevils became first team to qualify for Play off in IPL%

 

Delhi Daredevils became the first team to qualify for the playoffs after a five-wicket win over Kings XI Punjab. After Last night match against Kings XI Punjab, Delhi not only remains in the top of the table but also qualify for the Play offs. Jayawardene's composure under pressure ensured that an incisive fast-bowling performance from Varun Aaron and Umesh Yadav, which restricted Kings XI Punjab to a average total, was not in vain. With a place in the top four secure, Daredevils need to win only one of their last two games to secure No. 1 position.

Man of the Match Umesh (Source:AFP)

Kings XI, on the other hand, needed victory tonight and in their remaining two games to be assured of a playoff spot. They cannot afford another defeat and will have to depend on net run-rate and on a permutation of results in other matches to qualify. Kings XI had persevered to make a below-par total competitive in their first clash against Daredevils - this season's 64th game - but did not have enough runs in the end.

Mahela Jayawardene (Source:AFP)

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