DC won against LSG by 1 wicket
- LSG 209/8 (20)
- DC 211/9 (19.3)
PLAYER OF THE MATCH
Ashutosh Sharma
IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants – Ashutosh Sharma’s Heroics Seal Thrilling One-Wicket Win
The Delhi Capitals (DC) pulled off an exhilarating one-wicket win against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the fourth match of IPL 2025, thanks to a match-winning knock by Ashutosh Sharma. Chasing a formidable target of 210, DC snatched victory from the jaws of defeat, with Ashutosh smashing an unbeaten 66 off 31 balls, sealing the win with a six in the final over.
LSG’s Explosive Start and Sudden Collapse
After being put to bat first at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, LSG got off to a blistering start. Their new opening pair, Aiden Markram and Mitchell Marsh, faced Mitchell Starc, who began with four dot balls. However, Marsh quickly turned the momentum, smashing a 21-ball fifty, which included aggressive strokes against his Australian counterpart.
While Markram contributed 15 runs, it was Nicholas Pooran (75 off 30 balls) who took charge, dismantling DC’s bowling attack. Pooran’s fireworks included seven sixes and six fours, particularly targeting Tristan Stubbs for four consecutive sixes in one over.
At 157/3 in 13.5 overs, LSG seemed poised for a 220+ total, but a dramatic collapse ensued. Mitchell Starc removed Pooran with a 140 km/h yorker, and DC’s spinners, Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel, capitalized on the shift in momentum. LSG lost four wickets for just 17 runs between overs 14 to 17, finishing at 209/8 in 20 overs. Late sixes from David Miller ensured LSG reached a respectable total.
DC’s Tumultuous Chase: Ashutosh Sharma’s Masterclass
Chasing 210, DC struggled early as Siddharth clean-bowled Tristan Stubbs, leaving them in a precarious position. With wickets falling regularly, LSG bowlers, led by Khaleel Ahmed (3/29) and Noor Ahmad (4 wickets on CSK debut), put DC under pressure.
However, Ashutosh Sharma turned the game on its head. Coming in at a crucial juncture, he launched an assault on LSG’s bowlers, hitting boundaries at will. With DC needing 10 runs off the last over, Ashutosh smashed a six off Shahbaz Ahmed’s third ball, guiding DC to a thrilling one-wicket win.
Key Takeaways from DC vs LSG Match:
- Mitchell Marsh’s 72 (36) and Nicholas Pooran’s 75 (30) powered LSG to 209/8.
- LSG collapsed from 157/3 to 209/8, allowing DC to regain control.
- Ashutosh Sharma’s 66 (31)* stole the show, securing a dramatic win for DC.
- Noor Ahmad’s 4-wicket haul made an impact for LSG, but wasn’t enough to defend the target.
Final Thoughts
The thrilling DC vs LSG IPL 2025 match had everything—high-scoring fireworks, a batting collapse, and a nerve-wracking finish. Ashutosh Sharma’s match-winning knock ensured DC secured their first victory of the season. With IPL 2025 off to a thrilling start, fans can expect more edge-of-the-seat action in the upcoming games.
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