DC VS RR

 

iturn0image0turn0image1turn0image2turn0image7In a thrilling encounter on April 16, 2025, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi, the Delhi Capitals (DC) edged out the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the first Super Over of IPL 2025. Both teams scored 188 runs in their respective innings, leading to a Super Over where DC emerged victorious by 2 wickets.

Match Summary

• Rajasthan Royals Innings: RR posted a competitive total of 188/4 in 20 overs. Openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Nitish Rana both scored brisk half-centuries, each contributing 51 runs. Jofra Archer was notable with the ball, taking 2 wickets for 32 runs in his 4 overs. citeturn0search5

• Delhi Capitals Innings: DC matched RR's total, finishing at 188/5 in their 20 overs. Abishek Porel top-scored with 49 runs, supported by KL Rahul (38), Tristan Stubbs (34*), and Axar Patel (34). The innings concluded with a dramatic final over by Mitchell Starc, who managed to defend the target and force the match into a Super Over. citeturn0search6

Super Over Details

• Rajasthan Royals: Batting first in the Super Over, RR managed to score 11 runs but suffered two run-outs, which hindered their momentum. citeturn0search4

• Delhi Capitals: Chasing 12 runs, DC's Tristan Stubbs sealed the victory with a decisive six over midwicket, ensuring a 2-wicket win in the Super Over. citeturn0search4

Player of the Match

• Mitchell Starc: Awarded for his exceptional performance, especially his crucial final over in the regular innings that led to the Super Over. citeturn0search5

This victory propelled the Delhi Capitals to the top of the IPL 2025 points table. citeturn0search4

For a detailed visual recap, you can watch the match highlights here:

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PUNJAB VS KKR

 

 IPL 2025 encounter on April 15, Punjab Kings (PBKS) defended the lowest total ever in the tournament's history, defeating Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by 16 runs at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur.

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Match Summary

• Punjab Kings Innings: After electing to bat first, PBKS were bowled out for 111 runs in 15.3 overs. Prabhsimran Singh top-scored with a brisk 30 off 15 balls. KKR's Harshit Rana was the standout bowler, claiming 3 wickets for 25 runs, while Sunil Narine and Varun Chakravarthy took two wickets each.

• Kolkata Knight Riders Chase: Chasing a modest target of 112, KKR started steadily but suffered a dramatic collapse, losing eight wickets for just 33 runs. They were eventually dismissed for 95 in 15.1 overs. Yuzvendra Chahal led PBKS's bowling attack with figures of 4 for 28, and Marco Jansen supported well with 3 for 17.

Key Performances

• Yuzvendra Chahal (PBKS): Delivered a match-winning spell, taking 4 wickets for 28 runs, and was instrumental in turning the game in PBKS's favor.

• Marco Jansen (PBKS): Provided crucial support with the ball, claiming 3 wickets for 17 runs.

• Harshit Rana (KKR): Impressed with the ball, taking 3 wickets for 25 runs during PBKS's innings.

Post-Match Reactions

PBKS head coach Ricky Ponting expressed immense pride in the team's performance, stating, "I couldn't have been prouder of the way we went about in the second half... I've coached a lot of games in the IPL and that might just be about the best win I've ever had." citeturn0news14

Captain Shreyas Iyer highlighted the team's strategic execution, noting the variable bounce in the pitch and the bowlers' adaptability, which played a significant role in their victory. citeturn0news14

Watch the Highlights

For a detailed recap of this thrilling match, you can watch the official highlights here:

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CSK VS LSG HIGHLIGHT 2025

 

LSG Innings: LSG posted a total of 166/7 in their 20 overs. Rishabh Pant led the scoring with 63 runs off 49 balls. For CSK, Ravindra Jadeja was the standout bowler, claiming 2 wickets for 24 runs in his 3 overs .

  

CSK Chase: Chasing 167, CSK reached the target in 19.3 overs, finishing at 168/5. Shivam Dube contributed a steady 43* off 37 balls, while MS Dhoni delivered a vintage performance, scoring an unbeaten 26 off just 11 deliveries, including four boundaries and a six .

Turning Point: Dhoni's aggressive batting in the final overs turned the game in CSK's favor. His quickfire innings ensured CSK crossed the finish line with three balls to spare .

For a detailed visual recap of the match, you can watch the official highlights on the IPL website.