"Another Australian batsman showing trailer before the World Cup" - Fans react to Jake Fraser-McGurk's 84 off 27 in DC vs MI IPL 2024 match

Jake Fraser-McGurk starred with the bat for Delhi Capitals (DC) against Mumbai Indians (MI) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday (April 27). The right-handed batter smashed 84 runs off 27 balls at a strike rate of 311.11 in an innings laced with six maximums and 11 boundaries.

During his knock, McGurk also shared a 114-run partnership with Abishek Porel for the first wicket. He was eventually caught by Mohammed Nabi at deep mid-wicket off Piyush Chawla.

With his third half-century, McGurk has amassed 247 runs in five innings at a strike rate of 237.50. The 22-year-old will look to continue his exploits ahead of the 2024 T20 World Cup, scheduled to be played in June.

Fans on X (formerly Twitter) lauded Jake Fraser-McGurk for his exploits with the bat as he brought up his third half-century of this season. One user wrote:

"Nothing bro, another Australian batsman showing trailer before the world cup. Jake Fraser McGurk 15 Balls Half Century"

Another user shared a meme from Bollywood to showcase how McGurk went hammer and tongs against MI's bowling unit. Take a look:

A user pointed out that McGurk will end David Warner's career at DC. He wrote:

"The way Jake Fraser McGurk is playing, not sure about Delhi Capitals will reach the playoffs or not but he is surely gonna eat David Warner's career before the WC. What a talent."

Another user shared a similar reaction using the Australian point of view for the T20 World Cup. She wrote:

"Jake Fraser-McGurk surely in the running to open the batting for Aus in the #T20WorldCup."

One user pointed out how McGurk slammed a six off Jasprit Bumrah, who is one of the best bowlers in the world. He wrote:

"Monster McGurk. History will remember Jake Fraser McGurk as the one who welcomed Bumrah in the match with a 6."

A user shared how Australia's Travis Head and McGurk have given the bowlers a hard time ahead of the T20 World Cup. Take a look:

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Jake Fraser-McGurk and Abishek Porel provide scintillating start for DC vs MI in IPL 2024 match

Jake Fraser-McGurk and Abishek Porel provided a stunning start for DC as they look to avenge the 29-run loss they suffered against MI in the IPL earlier this season. Porel scored 36 runs off 27 balls with the help of one six and three boundaries. The left-hander was stumped by Ishan Kishan off Mohammad Nabi.

At the time of writing, DC were 140/2 after 11.2 overs, with Shai Hope and Rishabh Pant at the crease.

The Capitals are coming on the back of a four-run victory over Gujarat Titans in their previous game. They are sixth in the points table with five wins in nine matches.

On the other hand, MI lost to Rajasthan Royals by nine wickets in their last outing. They are ninth with three wins in eight games.

Follow the DC vs MI IPL 2024 live score and updates here.