img

Several Delhi Capitals players have reported items missing from their kits

Sarita Dey
1 year ago

Several Delhi Capitals players have reported items missing from their kits after they returned to Delhi from Bengaluru, where they played RCB on April 15.

Read more: WTC Final 2023: Australian team announced the final test against India

Three of the lost bats and other equipment were missing

IPL - Delhi Capitals - bats and other equipment go missing in transit |  ESPNcricinfo

According to a report in the Indian Express a total of 16 bats, in addition to other equipment like shoes, pads, thigh pads, and gloves, were missing. Three of the lost bats belonged to David Warner, two to Mitchell Marsh, three to Phil Salt, and five to Yash Dhull.

Delhi Capitals has hired a logistics company to assist in the transport

IPL 2023: Delhi Capitals Players' Cricket Kits Stolen, Police Informed

The players found out about the missing gear after flying back to Delhi on Sunday. And they have their kits delivered to their team hotel. Delhi Capitals has hired a logistics company to assist in the transport of kits and equipment from one venue to another during the IPL.

Read more: Match-fixing attempt in IPL? Mohammed Siraj complained

The investigation is on

“All of them were shocked when they heard that everyone had lost something or the other from their kit bags,” a Delhi Capitals official said. “This is the first time such an incident has happened. And the matter was soon raised to the logistics department, police, and later at the airport. The investigation is on.”

Delhi Capitals are the only team without a win so far this season

IPL 2023: Expensive Bats, Pads, Shoes Worth Lakhs Stolen From Kit Bags  Belonging To Delhi Capitals' Players, Report

Delhi Capitals are the only team without a win so far this season. They are at the bottom of the points table, having lost their first five games, and their next fixture is against Kolkata Knight Riders at home on Thursday.

Recent News