IPL 2018, DD vs KKR: 5 talking points

#1 Shreyas Iyer's dream start to captaincy

Iyer was brilliant with the bat and captained well during the run chase

It came as a shock to many when Gautam Gambhir opted to step down from DD's captaincy but it was an even bigger shock when 23-year old Shreyas Iyer was appointed the new captain ahead of Glenn Maxwell who lead Kings XI Punjab last year.

However, Iyer's captaincy stint began in remarkable fashion. He was simply outstanding with the bat, scoring 93 from just 40 deliveries. Iyer hit 3 boundaries and smashed 10 sixes as DD reached 219, their second-highest IPL total.

Iyer's captaincy during the target defence was also pretty good as was reflected in his field settings and bowler rotation. The 23-year old was rightfully adjudged the Man of the Match.

So, Iyer had a brilliant start as captain but only time will tell whether this will eventually turn DD's fortunes for the better or it was only beginner's luck tonight.