New Delhi: Delhi Capitals finally have some good news ahead of key matches of IPL 2026 rajasthan royals — and it revolves around the much-anticipated return Mitchell Stark.bowling coach in delhi Munaf Patel The left-arm fastman was confirmed to be available for selection after recovering from injury, although his place in the starting XI was not guaranteed.“He will be available from tomorrow. Our best bowlers will definitely be available but the final decision will be taken tomorrow. His return will definitely help,” Munaf said on the eve of the match at Sawai Mansingh Stadium.Stark’s return provides timely boost to struggling offenseStarc, who was sidelined with shoulder and elbow issues, only recently rejoined the team and will play his first official game since January. His addition comes at the perfect time for DC, whose bowling unit has struggled to maintain consistency this season.Munaf emphasized the importance of a strong bowling attack in T20 cricket, especially in high-scoring situations.“I always say this: batsmen can win a match, but bowlers can win tournaments. If the bowlers bowl well, you can win matches. The batsmen can win you a match, but without good bowling, you cannot win consistently,” he asserted.With Stark likely replacing one of the overseas pacers, Washington hopes his experience will add control, especially on their power play where the run game often leaks.‘Don’t panic’: Munaf backs approach despite recent setbacksDC came into the tournament after a tumultuous campaign, which included being bowled out for just 75 against Royal Challengers Bangalore. Munaf, however, refuted claims of chaos in the batting unit.“No, we were not nervous. We had a different approach. The wickets did some work and they bowled well. It’s not like you lose one game and you get nervous in the next game,” he said.It’s been a roller coaster ride for D.C. so far, oscillating between scoring over 250 runs in one game and collapsing at-bats the next. Currently with three wins and four losses, they have entered a must-win stage.“In a life-or-death situation, this approach must be 100 percent successful. You know if you lose a game or two, you’re out. So, as a unit, you have to give everything,” Munaf added.DC’s goals change, strategy remains secretFacing a confident RR team with in-form batsmen like Yashasvi Jaiswal and teenage starlet Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, DC will need to be at their best.Munaf, however, kept his tactical plans secret. “If I tell you the strategy now, they’ll be ready tomorrow,” he said with a smile.He also ruled out sweeping changes to the lineup. “There won’t be a lot of changes. We have experienced players. It’s not like you lose and start changing things.”
