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Sameer Rizvi Credits DC Coaches for Stellar 50, Reveals Defined No.4 Role

Delhi Capitals batter Sameer Rizvi played a match-winning, unbeaten knock of 70 runs to secure a six-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants. He revealed that the DC coaches gave him clear communication, assigning him the number four batting position and backing him to play positive cricket. Rizvi described the Ekana pitch as challenging, with swing and seam movement making it tough for batters. With this win, DC has now secured five consecutive IPL victories against LSG.

Key Points: Sameer Rizvi on DC Role After Match-Winning 50 vs LSG

  • Rizvi's unbeaten 70 off 47 balls
  • Credits clear communication from DC coaches
  • Batting at a defined No.4 position
  • DC secures 5th consecutive win over LSG
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"Coaches told me I'll bat at No.4, and asked me to play positive cricket": DC batter Sameer Rizvi after his stellar 50 against LSG

Delhi Capitals' Sameer Rizvi credits coaches for clarity & backing after his unbeaten 70 guides DC to a convincing win over Lucknow Super Giants.

"I will only play four numbers and we will back you, and they asked me to play positive cricket. - Sameer Rizvi"

Lucknow, April 2

Following a stellar half-century against the Lucknow Super Giants on Wednesday, Delhi Capitals batter Sameer Rizvi said that after clear communication with the DC coaches, he was given a defined role at number four and encouraged to play attacking, positive cricket with full backing from the team.

DC started the new IPL season with a thumping six-wicket win over LSG at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow on Wednesday.

Rizvi described the Ekana pitch as challenging, noting it was sticky with swing and seam movement, making it particularly difficult for batters against fast bowlers.

"I spoke to the coach, and they told me that I will only play four numbers and we will back you, and they asked me to play positive cricket. I wanted to give my best and win for my team. It feels good. The wicket was very sticky. The ball was swinging, and it was seaming as well. It was tough for a batsman to play a fast bowler," Rizvi told the reporters after the match.

Rizvi also acknowledged his limited experience in the IPL so far and emphasised that the 2026 season has just begun, and plans to stay focused on upcoming matches and aims to deliver consistent performances going forward.

"I have not played so many innings in IPL. This season has just started. I will try to focus on the next match and perform consistently," he added.

Rizvi played an unbeaten knock of 70 runs off just 47 balls, which helped his side chase down a challenging target of 142 runs with six wickets and 17 balls to spare.

Delhi Capitals have now secured five consecutive wins against Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL, making them the third team against whom DC has achieved such a streak. Previously, they had also won five consecutive matches against Sunrisers Hyderabad between 2020 and 2023, and against Rajasthan Royals from 2018 to 2020.

- ANI

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Shreya B
His innings was the difference. Chasing on that sticky Lucknow wicket isn't easy, but he played with such maturity. Good to see the coaches backing him fully. This is how you nurture domestic talent.
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Aman W
Respectful criticism: While the win is great, let's not get carried away. It's just one match. LSG's bowling was below par. The real test for Rizvi will be against teams like CSK or KKR. Hope he proves me wrong!
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Priyanka N
His humble attitude is refreshing. "I have not played so many innings in IPL" – he knows the grind is just starting. Wishing him all the best. We need more such level-headed players from Uttar Pradesh making it big!
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David E
As a neutral fan, that was a clinical chase. DC's dominance over LSG is becoming a serious mental block for the Lucknow team. Five wins in a row is a proper streak. Rizvi played the anchor role perfectly.
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Karthik V
The stat about DC's winning streaks is interesting. They have a habit of becoming a bogey team for certain franchises. If Rizvi fires consistently, they might finally have the batting balance to go all the way. 🤞

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