Purani Dilli 6 eyes a bounce‑back win against West Delhi Lions in DPL Season 3
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- August 03, 2026
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After a shaky start, captain Anuj Rawat’s unbeaten ton fuels Purani Dilli 6’s comeback hopes
Purani Dilli 6 lost their opener but Anuj Rawat’s unbeaten century gave them confidence. They take on West Delhi Lions on Monday at Arun Jaitley Stadium, hoping for their first win of DPL Season 3.
Purani Dilli 6 walked off the field after their DPL Season 3 opener with a four‑wicket defeat to Central Delhi Kings, but the loss didn’t feel like a disaster. In fact, it left the side with a handful of positives, the biggest being captain Anuj Rawat’s unbeaten hundred.
Rawat, who was looking a little shaky when the team slumped to 30 for 3, steadied the ship with a partnership of 132 runs alongside Dev Lakra. Together they pushed the scoreboard to a respectable 202 for 4 – a total that, while not enough to win, showed the depth of the batting line‑up.
“I’m happy with my knock, but cricket is a team game,” Rawat said in the post‑match press conference, a hint of disappointment in his voice. “A century feels great, yet I would have liked to see it lead to a victory. The good news is I’m in rhythm and I’ll try to carry that into the next game.”
He added that the dressing‑room vibe remains upbeat. “We saw a lot of good cricket in the first match, and there are plenty of take‑aways. We’ve already started working on the areas that need improvement. Our focus now is West Delhi Lions – we want to play fearless cricket and notch our first win.”
The next encounter is set for Monday at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, where Purani Dilli 6 will line up against the West Delhi Lions. The Lions, who have been steady in the tournament so far, present a fresh challenge, but the momentum from Rawat’s ton could prove decisive.
Fans can expect a balanced contest – Purani Dilli’s batting firepower versus the Lions’ disciplined bowling unit. If the side can replicate that 132‑run partnership, or at least get a solid start, the odds of turning the tide look promising.
All eyes will be on Rawat, whose form could set the tone for the rest of the squad. Meanwhile, the rest of the team will be eager to back him up and translate individual brilliance into a collective win.
Stay tuned – Monday’s match might just be the turning point Purani Dilli 6 needs to kick off their DPL campaign on a high note.
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