Hemang Badani dedicates DC win vs RR to fans who died in tragic accident: What happened to Yagya and Abhav Bhatia?
Delhi Capitals defeated Rajasthan Royals by seven wickets, ending a three-match losing streak. The victory was dedicated to two fans, Yagya Bhatia and Abhav Bhatia, who died in a motorcycle accident after attending a previous DC match. Both captain Axar Patel and head coach Hemang Badani expressed their condolences and honored the fans during post-match remarks.
- ▪Delhi Capitals beat Rajasthan Royals by seven wickets at the Sawai Man Singh Stadium.
- ▪Yagya Bhatia, 20, and his 14-year-old cousin Abhav Bhatia died in a road accident in Delhi after watching a DC match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
- ▪Captain Axar Patel dedicated the win to the deceased fans, calling them members of the DC family.
- ▪Head coach Hemang Badani addressed the team, stating the victory was for Yagya and Abhav Bhatia.
- ▪The two fans were known supporters of Delhi Capitals and had been seen in team social media content.
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