Delhi Capitals vs Chennai Super Kings Qualifier 1 Betting Tips 10/10/2021

04:46, 10 Oct 2021

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04:46, 10 Oct 2021

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The Qualifier 1 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 playoffs will be played between Delhi Capitals and Chennai Super Kings on October 10 (Sunday). The match is scheduled to begin at 7:30 pm IST.

Teams Status

Delhi Capitals

Delhi Capitals have arguably been the sturdiest unit in the IPL the past few seasons. No matter where the tournament gets staged and what the conditions are, you can be sure that the Capitals won’t be hiding behind excuses, and come the playoffs, they will be among the contenders.

They are up against a tough side in Chennai here but their record in Dubai is good and they’ve done the league double over the MS Dhon-led side this year, which means their confidence should be sky-high tomorrow.

Both their wins over Chennai came via a run chase and, therefore, the Capitals will once again be hoping to bat second. The dew also becomes a factor on the Dubai wicket, which will further push both sides to invite the other team to bat first.

Delhi have not been using their full quota of overseas players of late. The good news for them is that their Australian import, Marcus Stoinis, who had been nursing an injury, is almost all healed up now and can replace Ripal Patel if given the nod.

Chennai Super Kings

If Delhi Capitals have found their newfound identity as a consistent team, Chennai Super Kings were born with that trait.

The Super Kings are the IPL’s perennial contenders and so it’s no surprise that they will once again have two shots at the final this year.

Their philosophy, this year, has been to go for the kill from the get-go. Their attack-heavy strategy paid dividends and they were the first side to qualify for the playoffs this year, although their top spot was prised away by Delhi later. That was after they took their foot off the gas and ended up losing the final three matches of the round-robin stage.

With Sam Curran out of the rest of the IPL due to a lower-back injury, Dwayne Bravo is expected to take his place. They will have to make a tough choice between Suresh Raina and Robin Uthappa for a middle-order spot.

What Do the Sportsbooks Say?

Brand	Delhi Capitals	Chennai Super Kings
	1.91	1.86
	1.91	1.91
	1.99	1.86

Chennai are slight favourites for this fixture. 22Bet has Chennai priced at 1.86 and Delhi at 1.91. Betway has both teams priced at 1.91, whereas Dafabet has Chennai available for 1.86 and Delhi for 1.99.

Tipster’s Angle

Tip: Delhi Capitals to win @ 1.99

Delhi have dominated Chennai of late, winning all of their last four games. Delhi do have their injury concerns but they are the side with the winning momentum. CSK’s pedigree cannot be discounted for but we’re siding with Delhi here. The play can be found on Dafabet.

Tip: Delhi Capitals top batsman – Shikhar Dhawan @ 3.24

Shikhar Dhawan has developed a liking for CSK bowlers. His last four scores against Chennai have been 39, 85, 101*, and 35. Playing for his hometown franchise, he would want nothing more than delivering what would be the maiden IPL title for the franchise. We believe this is his opportunity. He has done it before, he can again. The play can be found on 22Bet.

Conclusion

There is almost nothing to choose between these sides. When the teams are heavyweights of this size, anything can happen. We just think Delhi offer good value at these odds.