DC vs LSG, IPL 2025 Highlights: Ashutosh Sharma’s blazing 66 powers Delhi Capitals to thrilling win over LSG

Delhi Capitals batter Sameer Rizvi showcased his class with a stunning boundary off Shardul Thakur. Facing a full delivery outside off that swung further away, Rizvi displayed excellent footwork, striding forward confidently and timing it to perfection. The ball raced through cover-point, leaving the fielders with no chance. With this elegant stroke, Rizvi sent a strong message, showing composure despite early setbacks in DC’s chase against Lucknow Super Giants.

Lucknow Super Giants pacer Shardul Thakur delivered a stunning opening over, removing both Delhi Capitals openers to put LSG in control. After dismissing Faf du Plessis earlier, Thakur sent Abishek Porel packing for a two-ball duck. Bowling with precision, he angled one away on a length, getting it to shape in slightly. Porel attempted an ambitious lofted drive over extra cover but mistimed it completely. Nicholas Pooran, stationed at mid-off, sprinted to his right and completed a well-judged catch over his head. With two quick wickets, DC found themselves in early trouble in their steep chase.

LSG seemed on course for a massive total, possibly around 250, with Nicholas Pooran and Mitchell Marsh in destructive form. However, they suffered a dramatic collapse, losing six wickets for just 48 runs in the final 38 balls. It took two sixes off the last two deliveries to push them past 200. Kuldeep Yadav, Mitchell Starc, Mohit Sharma, and Axar Patel were instrumental in halting LSG’s charge in the latter half of the innings. Pooran capitalized on an early reprieve, while Marsh dominated against his former team. With a relatively inexperienced bowling attack, LSG now faces a challenging defense.

David Miller turned up the heat in the final over of the IPL 2025 clash between Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants. Facing Mohit Sharma, the South African powerhouse launched two consecutive sixes, the second one a massive pull shot off a slower bouncer that soared into the upper tier over square leg.

With LSG chasing a stiff target, Miller’s explosive hitting kept their hopes alive. His ability to clear the ropes under pressure showcased his reputation as one of T20 cricket’s best finishers, making the final moments of the match an intense spectacle for fans.

Mitchell Starc produced a perfect yorker to clean up Ravi Bishnoi in the IPL 2025 match between Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants. Bishnoi, attempting to make room and guide the ball through the off-side, was completely beaten as Starc’s delivery crashed into middle and off stump.

Bishnoi departed for a two-ball duck, marking Starc’s third wicket of the match. The Australian speedster’s fiery spell further dented LSG’s hopes as DC tightened their grip on the game. With the pitch offering assistance, Starc continued to trouble LSG’s lower order with his pace and precision.

Mitchell Starc delivered a lethal short ball to dismiss Shahbaz Ahmed in the IPL 2025 match between Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants. The well-directed 141kph bouncer cramped Shahbaz for room, forcing a mistimed pull that resulted in a top edge. Substitute fielder T Vijay at backward square leg tracked the ball and took a comfortable catch.

Shahbaz departed after scoring 9 off 8 balls, including a boundary. With this wicket, Starc claimed his second scalp of the match, keeping DC’s bowling attack on top as LSG struggles to build momentum in their chase.

David Miller took full advantage of a high full toss from Mohit Sharma, slashing it fine on the off-side for a crucial boundary. The delivery, which flew over the infield, was immediately called a no-ball for height, giving Lucknow Super Giants a free hit at a crucial stage of the innings against Delhi Capitals in their IPL 2025 clash at Dr YS Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam. With LSG looking to accelerate in the final overs, Miller’s timely boundary

Lucknow Super Giants’ struggles continued as Shardul Thakur was run out without scoring. Facing Kuldeep Yadav, Thakur drove a full delivery to cover and attempted a risky single. However, David Miller sent him back, leaving him stranded. Axar Patel’s quick throw found wicketkeeper Abishek Porel, who swiftly broke the stumps, catching Thakur well short of his crease. His dismissal for a two-ball duck added to LSG’s late-inning collapse, losing wickets in quick succession. With just a few overs left, Delhi Capitals tightened their grip on the game, capitalizing on LSG’s batting errors. Can LSG recover from this setback?

Delhi Capitals continue to fight back as Kuldeep Yadav dismisses Ayush Badoni for just 4 runs off 5 balls. Trying to take on the spinner, Badoni advanced down the track but failed to get the elevation, handing a simple catch to Tristan Stubbs at long-on. Kuldeep now has two wickets, keeping things tight in the middle overs. With Lucknow Super Giants at 176/5, David Miller remains their key hope to push the total past 200. Delhi will look to capitalize on this breakthrough and tighten the pressure in the death overs.

Lucknow Super Giants reached 176/4 at the end of 16 overs, maintaining a run rate of 11.00. After Nicholas Pooran’s explosive 75 off 30 balls, David Miller and Ayush Badoni are looking to rebuild and finish strong. Axar Patel has been economical, conceding just 18 runs in his three overs, while Mitchell Starc has taken one wicket for 36 runs in his three overs. With four overs remaining, LSG will aim to cross the 200-run mark against Delhi Capitals, who will be hoping for quick wickets to restrict the total.

Nicholas Pooran’s explosive innings came to an end as Mitchell Starc cleaned him up for 75 off just 30 balls. The left-hander smashed seven sixes and six fours, propelling Lucknow Super Giants past 150 at a rapid rate. However, his dismissal halted LSG’s momentum, leaving them at 170/4 at the end of 15 overs. Rishabh Pant had earlier fallen for a six-ball duck, while Mitchell Marsh’s blistering 72 off 36 balls set the tone. With five overs to go, Ayush Badoni and David Miller are at

Nicholas Pooran’s blistering knock of 75 off just 30 balls came to an end as Mitchell Starc cleaned him up. Pooran, who had smashed four consecutive sixes earlier, was in top form, striking at a phenomenal 250. His innings included six fours and seven sixes, keeping Lucknow Super Giants’ scoring rate high. However, Starc’s well-directed delivery shattered his stumps, giving Delhi Capitals a crucial breakthrough. With Pooran’s dismissal, LSG lost a key power-hitter at a crucial juncture. His explosive batting had put the opposition under immense pressure, but Starc’s timely strike might shift the momentum

Rishabh Pant’s much-anticipated debut for Lucknow Super Giants ended in disappointment as he was dismissed for a six-ball duck. Facing Kuldeep Yadav, Pant attempted to break free but mistimed his shot, offering a simple catch to Faf du Plessis. His struggle at the crease saw him unable to find any rhythm, failing to hit a single boundary. LSG had gained momentum earlier with explosive knocks from Mitchell Marsh and Nicholas Pooran, but Pant’s wicket stalled their progress. With this dismissal, Delhi Capitals celebrated a crucial breakthrough, putting pressure back on LSG as they aimed to set a competitive total.

Nicholas Pooran turned up the heat with a sensational hat-trick of sixes off Tristan Stubbs in the 13th over. The explosive left-hander reached his half-century in just 24 balls, marking his tenth IPL fifty in style. First, he slog-swept a full delivery over midwicket, followed by a towering straight hit down the ground. He capped it off with another maximum, keeping LSG’s momentum intact. With Rishabh Pant at the other end, Lucknow looks set for a massive finish.

Lucknow Super Giants lost a key wicket as Mitchell Marsh departed for a blistering 72 off 36 balls. Mukesh Kumar provided the much-needed breakthrough for Delhi Capitals, dismissing Marsh with a slower delivery that found Tristan Stubbs at long-on. Despite the setback, LSG continues at a strong run rate of 11.08, with Nicholas Pooran holding the innings together at 42* off 21 balls. Rishabh Pant has joined him at the crease, looking to build on the foundation. With eight overs remaining, LSG will aim to accelerate further and post a daunting total.

Delhi Capitals finally got a much-needed breakthrough as Mukesh Kumar dismissed Mitchell Marsh for a blistering 72 off 36 balls. The Australian all-rounder, who was in sublime touch, looked to clear long-on but mistimed a slower delivery, handing a straightforward catch to Tristan Stubbs. Marsh’s knock included six fours and six massive sixes, setting a strong foundation for Lucknow Super Giants. His explosive innings came at a strike rate of 200, keeping LSG’s scoring rate above 11 runs per over. With Nicholas Pooran still at the crease, LSG will look to maintain the momentum and post a formidable total.

Lucknow Super Giants continue to dominate as Mitchell Marsh and Nicholas Pooran accelerate the innings. At the end of 11 overs, LSG stand at 125/1, maintaining a strong run rate of 11.36. Pooran is looking dangerous with 41 off 20 balls, including four boundaries and three sixes, while Marsh remains solid at 65 off 33 deliveries, smashing six fours and five maximums. Delhi Capitals’ bowlers, including Mohit Sharma (2-0-17-0) and Kuldeep Yadav (2-0-18-0), are struggling to contain the flow of runs. With nine

Nicholas Pooran showcased his aggressive intent as he dispatched Mohit Sharma for a boundary with a powerful swat. The right-arm pacer angled in a length delivery from outside off, but Pooran quickly got into position, crouched low, and hacked it away in front of square leg. The timing was impeccable, leaving the deep fielder with no chance to cut it off. Pooran’s explosive batting has added to Lucknow Super Giants’ dominant run rate as they continue their assault against Delhi Capitals’ bowlers. With Mitchell Marsh at the other end, LSG looks set for a massive total in this IPL 2025 clash.

Lucknow Super Giants continue their aggressive start, reaching 108/1 after 9 overs. Mitchell Marsh is leading the charge with 57 off 27 balls, while Nicholas Pooran remains explosive at 33 off 14. Delhi Capitals will need quick breakthroughs to regain control.

Mitchell Marsh’s 21-ball fifty against Delhi Capitals today equals his fastest half-century in T20 cricket. He previously achieved the feat in 2019 against Melbourne Renegades while playing for Perth in the Big Bash League. His next quickest fifties came in 22 balls against South Africa in Durban (2023) and in 23 balls against Brisbane Heat in Adelaide (2021).

Lucknow Super Giants continue their aggressive approach, smashing 25 runs in the 7th over. Mitchell Marsh reached his fifty in just 21 balls, while Nicholas Pooran launched a brutal assault, hammering three sixes. LSG now stand at 89/1 with a blistering 12.71 CRR. Delhi Capitals’ bowlers struggle as Vipraj Nigam concedes 35 runs in 2 overs.

Mitchell Marsh reached his half-century in just 21 balls, taking on Delhi Capitals’ bowling attack with aggressive stroke play. Facing Vipraj Nigam, Marsh slogged a fuller delivery outside off to deep midwicket for a single, completing his milestone. His innings has been crucial in maintaining Lucknow Super Giants’ scoring momentum in IPL 2025.

Lucknow Super Giants maintain their attacking approach, adding 14 runs in the over. Mitchell Marsh continues to dominate, racing to 43 off just 19 deliveries with five boundaries and three sixes. Nicholas Pooran is settling in at the other end. Mukesh Kumar concedes 14 runs in his first over as LSG look to capitalize on the powerplay. With wickets in hand and a strong scoring rate, they are in a solid position to build a big total.

Lucknow Super Giants reach 50 runs but lose a wicket in the process. The over yields 10 runs, with Nicholas Pooran getting off the mark quickly with a boundary. Mitchell Marsh continues his aggressive approach, striking four boundaries and two sixes. Vipraj Nigam made an impact in his first over, dismissing Aiden Markram and conceding 10 runs. Axar Patel has been economical so far, keeping things tight in his two overs. LSG will look to build momentum with Marsh and Pooran at the crease.

Aiden Markram falls after a steady start, handing a simple catch to long-off. Attempting to go big, he mistimes the shot and finds Mitchell Starc in the deep. Markram departs for 15 off 13 balls, which included a four and a six, striking at 115.38. A crucial breakthrough for Delhi Capitals as Nigam makes an impact with the ball.

Lucknow Super Giants continue their steady start, reaching 40/0 at the end of four overs. Mitchell Marsh remains aggressive, scoring 26 off 13 balls with three boundaries and two sixes. Aiden Markram, holding firm at 14 off 11 deliveries, has also struck a four and a six. Axar Patel tightened things up with a disciplined over, conceding just seven runs in his two-over spell (12/0). Meanwhile, Mitchell Starc, who had a costly start, remains wicketless after two overs, leaking 28 runs. With a solid foundation laid, LSG will look to capitalize further in the powerplay.

Lucknow Super Giants race to 33/0 at the end of three overs, maintaining an impressive run rate of 11.00. Mitchell Marsh is taking the attack to the bowlers, smashing 20 off just 8 balls, including two fours and two sixes. Aiden Markram is supporting well with 13 off 10 balls, hitting a four and a six. Mitchell Starc has been expensive, conceding 28 runs in his two overs, while Axar Patel has been economical, giving away just 5 in his solitary over. LSG is building a strong platform in the powerplay, putting pressure on Delhi Capitals early on.

Aiden Markram makes his intent clear with a powerful six off Mitchell Starc. On the first ball of the third over, Starc delivers a 144.6kph length ball, and Markram confidently backs away before launching it over mid-off. The shot had perfect timing and elevation, sailing comfortably beyond the ropes. This aggressive stroke adds crucial runs for Lucknow Super Giants early in the innings. Markram and Marsh are looking to build momentum, countering the early movement with attacking strokes. With the pitch favoring batters, LSG will aim for a strong powerplay to set the tone

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) have reached 12/0 at the end of two overs, maintaining a current run rate of 6.00. Mitchell Marsh is on 6 off 4 balls, including a massive six, while Aiden Markram has scored 6 off 8 balls with a boundary. Axar Patel bowled a tidy over, conceding just 5 runs (1-0-5-0), while Mitchell Starc finished his first over giving away 7 runs (1-0-7-0).

Mitchell Marsh wastes no time in making his presence felt! Facing his first ball of IPL 2025, he launches Mitchell Starc’s 144.7kph delivery over the deep midwicket boundary for a massive six. It was a length ball angling on leg, and Marsh connected beautifully, sending it soaring into the stands. The Australian all-rounder looks in sublime touch right from the start, showing his intent to dominate the bowlers. Starc, one of the world’s most feared pacers, has been greeted with an aggressive shot, setting the tone for an exciting contest between Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants.