Abishek Porel, who made his IPL debut in 2023, played in all 14 matches for Delhi Capitals last year. The left-handed batter amassed 327 runs at an impressive strike rate of 159.51 and was the third-highest run-scorer for the franchise. Delhi Capitals retained him for ₹4 crore ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction.
"My inspiration is Hardik Pandya. His voice reflects how mentally strong he is. I'm close to him, and whenever I get the chance to meet him, I try to spend at least half an hour with him. I want to understand what he does because I truly consider him an inspiration," Abishek Porel said.
DC Fail to Make Playoffs After Stellar Start to IPL 2025
The Delhi Capitals failed to reach the playoffs this season. After winning their first four matches, their momentum declined. They lost four games in a row, including a heavy 59-run defeat to the Mumbai Indians on May 21, which ended their chances of qualifying for the playoffs during the season.
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Hardik Pandya took over as captain of the Mumbai Indians for the 2024 IPL season. He replaced Rohit Sharma, who had led the franchise to five titles. The leadership change sparked backlash from fans, many of whom voiced their displeasure online. He was booed by fans even at MI's home ground.
Now, the five-time champions are aiming for their sixth title, having made it to the IPL playoffs 11 times in their history.
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