Manish Pandey IPL 2023 IPL auction: Can Manish Pandey find his lost mojo with Delhi Capitals this season?
Published on: Feb 28, 2023 3:44 pm IST|Updated on: Feb 28, 2023 3:44 pm IST
Manish Pandey IPL 2023 IPL auction: The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 auction saw some exciting bidding wars as franchises fought tooth and nail to acquire the best players. One such player was Manish Pandey, an experienced Indian batter, who was bought by Delhi Capitals for Rs 2.4 crore. In this article, we will take a closer look at Manish Pandey’s IPL career and how his recent acquisition by Delhi Capitals could impact the team’s chances in the upcoming IPL season.
Manish Pandey IPL 2023 IPL auction
Manish Pandey’s IPL Career Manish Pandey started his IPL career with Mumbai Indians in 2008 but it was during his Kolkata Knight Riders days from IPL 2014 to 2017 that he played his best cricket. Pandey was an integral part of the Kolkata Knight Riders’ batting line-up and played a crucial role in their title-winning campaign in 2014. Pandey scored 401 runs in 16 matches in that season and was named the Man of the Match in the final for his match-winning knock of 94.
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Pandey’s consistent performances for Kolkata Knight Riders earned him a place in the Indian cricket team. He made his debut for India in 2015 and has since played 26 ODIs and 40 T20Is for the country. Pandey’s ability to score runs quickly and his athleticism on the field make him a valuable asset for any team.
Manish Pandey IPL stats
Take a look at Manish Pandey’s IPL numbers,
| Year | Mat | No | Runs | HS | Avg | BF | SR | 100 | 50 | 4s | 6s | CT | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 160 | 27 | 3648 | 114* | 29.90 | 3002 | 121.52 | 1 | 21 | 318 | 105 | 79 | 0 |
| 2022 | 6 | 0 | 88 | 38 | 14.67 | 80 | 110.00 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 2021 | 8 | 2 | 292 | 69* | 48.66 | 236 | 123.72 | 0 | 3 | 21 | 10 | 5 | 0 |
| 2020 | 16 | 2 | 425 | 83* | 32.69 | 333 | 127.62 | 0 | 3 | 35 | 18 | 7 | 0 |
| 2019 | 12 | 3 | 344 | 83* | 43.00 | 263 | 130.79 | 0 | 3 | 34 | 6 | 7 | 0 |
| 2018 | 15 | 2 | 284 | 62* | 25.81 | 246 | 115.44 | 0 | 3 | 22 | 5 | 9 | 0 |
| 2017 | 14 | 5 | 396 | 81* | 49.50 | 308 | 128.57 | 0 | 2 | 28 | 12 | 8 | 0 |
| 2016 | 12 | 3 | 248 | 52 | 31.00 | 183 | 135.51 | 0 | 2 | 17 | 9 | 7 | 0 |
| 2015 | 13 | 1 | 225 | 40 | 20.45 | 184 | 122.28 | 0 | 0 | 22 | 7 | 5 | 0 |
| 2014 | 16 | 3 | 401 | 94 | 30.84 | 340 | 117.94 | 0 | 2 | 35 | 10 | 3 | 0 |
| 2013 | 7 | 1 | 136 | 66 | 22.66 | 137 | 99.27 | 0 | 1 | 11 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
| 2012 | 10 | 2 | 143 | 80* | 20.42 | 112 | 127.67 | 0 | 1 | 12 | 6 | 3 | 0 |
| 2011 | 10 | 0 | 246 | 59 | 27.33 | 227 | 108.37 | 0 | 1 | 28 | 6 | 5 | 0 |
| 2010 | 13 | 1 | 249 | 42* | 20.75 | 226 | 110.17 | 0 | 0 | 27 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 2009 | 5 | 2 | 168 | 114* | 84.00 | 118 | 142.37 | 1 | 0 | 17 | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| 2008 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1.50 | 9 | 33.33 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Impact of Manish Pandey’s Acquisition by Delhi Capitals Delhi Capitals already have a strong batting line-up with the likes of David Warner, Prithvi Shaw, and Rishabh Pant. However, the addition of Manish Pandey could add more depth to their batting and provide them with the much-needed stability in the middle order. Pandey’s experience and ability to play under pressure could also prove to be vital for Delhi Capitals in crunch situations.
Another advantage of having Manish Pandey in the team is his fielding. Pandey is a brilliant fielder and has taken some spectacular catches in the IPL over the years. His athleticism on the field could help Delhi Capitals save crucial runs and turn the game in their favor.
Conclusion
Manish Pandey IPL 2023 IPL auction acquisition by Delhi Capitals has generated a lot of buzz among cricket fans. Pandey’s experience and ability to play under pressure make him a valuable asset for any team. Delhi Capitals already have a strong batting line-up and the addition of Pandey could provide them with the much-needed stability in the middle order. Pandey’s athleticism on the field could also prove to be vital for Delhi Capitals in saving crucial runs and turning the game in their favor. It will be interesting to see how Pandey performs for Delhi Capitals in the upcoming IPL season and whether he can help them win their maiden IPL title.
