IPL 2021: Ashwin claims milestone in Delhi Capitals’ win over Rajasthan Royals

DC vs RR Delhi Capitals (DC) defeated Rajasthan Royals (RR) by 33 runs in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 meeting on Saturday.

DC defend 154 Batting first, DC were restricted at 154 for 6 in 20 overs. An excellent bowling effort from Delhi bowlers ensured they defended their total as RR managed only 121 runs.

Ravichandran Ashwin DC’s senior spinner Ravichandran Ashwin picked up one wicket and gave away just 20 runs in his quota of 4 overs against RR on Saturday.

Ashwin’s milestone Ashwin, who dismissed David Miller, became only the third Indian bowler to take 250 or more wickets in T20s after Amit Mishra (262 wickets in 236 matches) and Piyush Chawla (262 wickets in 249 matches)

Ashwin in T20s Indian spinner Ashwin has 250 wickets in 254 matches. While he is yet to claim a five-wicket haul in T20s, he has taken a four-wicket haul four times with 4 for 8 being his best figures till date.

DC reclaim top spot With the 33-run win on Saturday, Delhi Capitals have returned to the top of the IPL 2021 table with 16 points in 10 matches.