IPL 2018: Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of the Delhi Daredevils

Weaknesses

DD has become a little over-dependent on Chris Morris

When you look at DD’s squad, it’s actually hard to find any blatant weakness.An only headache they will have is to come out with their best playing XI.

The franchise has roped in multiple players for the same job who are so similar in their skill sets that it is almost elusive to choose the better one. For instance, Colin Munro and Jason Roy are both explosive batsmen who will compete for the same spot.

Both Shahbaz Nadeem and Jayant Yadav are Indian spinners whose USP is to bowl consistent line and lengths. The only way out in such a situation is to take a final call on the basis of current form.

DD have heavily banked on the fast-bowling all-rounder Chris Morris as they retained him for 7.1 crores. However, the side has also become a little over-dependent on the lanky South African as they are counting on him bowl three or four overs and score some quick runs at No. 6 or 7 for them in every other match.