Sat Apr 19 11:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Gujarat Titans Coach’s Prank Leaves Delhi Capitals in Stitches
**Ahmedabad, India** – Gujarat Titans head coach Ashish Nehra, known for his playful nature, provided a pre-match highlight before his team’s clash with the Delhi Capitals in the IPL 2025. In a humorous incident caught on video and shared by the Delhi Capitals, Nehra interrupted a Delhi Capitals practice session. He unexpectedly called Delhi Capitals wicketkeeper-batter Abhishek Porel out of the nets, declaring, “This is Abhishek Porel, right? Come out, this is your last ball! Done! Time up. Well done, good shot, now come out.”
The prank, which left Delhi Capitals head coach Hemang Badani, bowling coach Munaf Patel (Nehra’s former teammate), and captain Axar Patel in laughter, showcased the easy camaraderie between the former teammates now on opposing sides. Nehra’s actions even prompted a playful suggestion from Badani that Nehra should manage both teams’ nets.
The lighthearted moment highlighted the friendly rivalry between the two teams, particularly between Nehra and Patel, who were key members of India’s 2011 World Cup-winning squad. Despite their competitive spirit on the field, the video emphasized the strong bond between the coaches, adding a touch of humor to the high-stakes IPL match.
The Delhi Capitals, currently leading the league with 10 points, are confident going into the match, especially after their recent Super Over victory. Their focus will likely be on containing Gujarat Titans’ strong top order, comprising Shubman Gill, Sai Sudharsan, and Jos Buttler, who have consistently contributed significant runs. The Gujarat Titans’ middle order, however, showed vulnerability in their last match, suggesting a potential weakness Delhi Capitals could exploit.
First Piper 