Days after playing a high-scoring thriller against Punjab Kings, Shreyas Iyer's Kolkata Knight Riders squared off against Delhi Capitals in match No.47 of the Indian Premier League at the Eden Gardens. KKR posted a gigantic total of 261/6 against Punjab Kings in their previous fixture at the same venue. However, the daunting total was chased down by Punjab Kings as the visitors completed the 262-run chase in 18.4 overs.

With Pant winning the toss against KKR after Punjab's batting exploits at the Eden Gardens, many expected the DC skipper to bowl against the two-time champions. However, Pant went against the tradition and elected to bat against the Knight Riders. Pant's decision to bowl against KKR seemingly backfired as the visitors posted a below-par total against the Kolkata heavyweights.

Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, former India opener Wasim Jaffer shared his views about DC's decision at the toss. "Punjab chased 261 in Kolkata few days back and surprisingly Delhi decided to bat 1st today. Wonder why is that? I'm sure they will have their reasons. #KKRvsDC #IPL24," Jaffer tweeted.