Delhi Capitals chose to bat first against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Eden Gardens on Monday, but their decision backfired as they could only manage to score 153/9. KKR comfortably chased down the target with seven wickets in hand and 21 deliveries to spare, solidifying their second position in the IPL points table. Former India cricketer and renowned analyst Aakash Chopra, in a candid assessment on his YouTube channel, expressed surprise at DC’s decision to bat first after winning the toss. Chopra pointed out the historical trend at Eden Gardens, where teams batting first have struggled to secure victories in recent matches. He mentioned that in the last 30 matches at the venue, the team winning the toss has chosen to bat first only twice, both resulting in losses for the batting side. Chopra emphasized that while chasing doesn’t always guarantee victory, the reluctance to bat first in Kolkata has become a noticeable trend. Despite DC’s success while batting first in Delhi, Chopra questioned the decision to replicate the strategy at Eden Gardens. He was surprised by the choice and even mentioned that if Sourav Ganguly couldn’t read the pitch, who else could? Chopra’s critique sheds light on the strategic nuances of IPL cricket, highlighting the importance of adaptability and tactical awareness in decision-making.