The former cricketer feels the season being split is likely to impact DC’s momentum. He opined that it could take a couple of matches for DC to get back into their groove despite their dominant run in the first phase of IPL 2021.
Kaif also mentioned that it is crucial for DC to approach the second phase as a fresh tournament. He said:
While Kaif admits DC will have to find some momentum again, he stated they could take a cue from their inspiring performances from the previous edition of the IPL, which was also played in the UAE. He explained:
DC managed to reach their maiden IPL final in the cash-rich league last year. They ultimately lost the summit clash to defending IPL champions Mumbai Indians. However, the team received praise from all quarters for their improved performances.
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Mohammad Kaif predicts the teams that will make the IPL 2021 playoffs
The cricketer-turned-coach hailed reigning champions Mumbai Indians as the toughest team to beat in the competition. Apart from Delhi and Mumbai, he also named the Chennai Super Kings and the Kolkata Knight Riders as able contenders.
However, Kaif added that in a tournament like the IPL, it is tough to discount a particular team as a miraculous turnaround cannot be ruled out at any stage. The ex-India player said:
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