Key Points

Delhi Capitals assistant coach Matthew Mott remains optimistic despite a mixed IPL 2025 campaign. He acknowledges the team's strong start but admits inconsistency in the latter half. Mott praises emerging talents like Vipraj Nigam while keeping an eye on Axar Patel's fitness. The Capitals aim to finish their season with a win against Punjab Kings.

Key Points: Delhi Capitals Assistant Coach Mott Eyes Strong IPL 2025 Finish

  • Mott highlights Delhi Capitals' early success but patchy second half
  • Uncertainty remains over Axar Patel's availability due to niggles
  • Young talents like Vipraj Nigam and Abhishek Porel praised
  • Team aims to end IPL 2025 on a high note
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There's still plenty of motivation: Assistant coach Mott as Delhi Capitals look to end IPL 2025 on high

Matthew Mott discusses Delhi Capitals' motivation, Axar Patel's fitness, and young talents ahead of their final IPL 2025 match against Punjab Kings.

"There's still plenty of motivation to play this last game. Yes, we had a disappointing end to what was an encouraging campaign. – Matthew Mott"

Jaipur, May 24

Delhi Capitals will look to conclude IPL 2025 on a winning note as they take on Punjab Kings in their last match of the season at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur on Saturday.

Reflecting on the campaign, Delhi Capitals assistant coach Matthew Mott said, "There's still plenty of motivation (to play this last game). Yes, we had a disappointing end to what was an encouraging campaign. We obviously came out of the box in the early stage, won a lot of games early, but the second half has been patchy. So, I think it's an opportunity for us to sign off on a positive note."

Talking about Axar Patel's availability, the 51-year-old said, "The honest answer is I don't fully know. He's not training today. But, we'll find out when we get back there today. Obviously, he wasn't well the other day. He's had a pretty rugged time with a few different little niggle and injuries. I'm sure he's motivated to come out and play, but we'll probably know a little bit more tonight when we go back and see the medical stuff."

"Samir (Rizvi) in the last game looked really good. Abhishek Porel has played some really good counter-punching knocks and probably his next step is turning them into match-winning contributions. But throughout our group is exciting and talented," he further said.

Mott lavished praise on Indian young talent and added, "Someone like Vipraj (Nigam) who came under the radar this year right from the first match, played pivotal innings with the bat. I thought he was magnificent the other day when he came out and nearly turned the game. He's been entrusted with big overs, power play overs and crucial overs."

The Axar Patel-led side will leave no stone unturned to wrap the proceedings on a high.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
DC had such a promising start this season! 😔 It's disappointing to see them fizzle out in the second half. But kudos to young talents like Vipraj Nigam - he's been a revelation! Hope they end with a bang against Punjab. #DilliBoyz
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Priya M.
Why does DC always start strong and then collapse? This has been their pattern for years now. Management needs to address the fitness issues - too many players getting injured mid-season. Axar's leadership was good though.
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Amit S.
Abhishek Porel is the future! His counter-attacking style reminds me of young Pant. If he can convert those 30s into 50s, he'll be unstoppable. Good to see DC backing Indian youngsters 🇮🇳
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Neha T.
As a Jaipur local, excited to see this match! DC may be out of playoffs but they can spoil PBKS's chances. Hoping for a good contest - Sawai Mansingh stadium deserves a thriller to end the season. 🏏
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Vikram J.
Mott's comments show good sportsmanship. Many coaches would make excuses at this stage, but he's acknowledging both positives and areas to improve. DC needs to work on their bench strength for next season.
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Sanjay R.
The real winner is Indian cricket - so many domestic players getting opportunities and shining! Vipraj, Porel, Rizvi - these names will be big in coming years. IPL's real success is giving platform to local talent.

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