Harshal Patel now has 29 wickets in the IPL which is the best for any Indian bowler in a single season of the tournament.
After registering six wins from eight matches in the first half of the IPL, Delhi franchise will be keen to maintain the momentum in the remainder of the tournament.
Afghanistan's squad for the T20 World Cup contained several players who had done well in the past, but not been part of the national set-up in recent times.
South Africa beat West Indies by one run to take a 2-1 lead in the T20 series courtesy of Quinton de Kock's 72 and Tabraiz Shamsi's economical spell.
After a commanding 2-0 victory over West Indies in Tests, South Africa will be looking to carry forward that momentum into the five-match T20I series.
The Indian left-hander returns to No.1 after last being there in August 2017, making it all the more special.
The two sets of players will look to do everything in their power to help their team win and several of the players are in a good run of form.
Ravichandran Ashwin is considered one of the top cricketers in the T20 format, making his presence felt on the back of fine performances.
Delhi Capitals will be determined to get the better of Punjab Kings as they look to get their IPL 2021 campaign back on track.
Rishabh Pant scored the winning boundary, in his first match as captain, with his friend, mentor and confidant MS Dhoni watching from behind the stumps.