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IPL 2025 Thriller: Delhi Capitals Edge Out Lucknow Super Giants in One-Wicket Victory
In a nail-biting IPL 2025 opener, the Delhi Capitals snatched a thrilling one-wicket win against the Lucknow Super Giants in Visakhapatnam. Chasing a challenging 210, Delhi were teetering at 7/3 early on, but a stunning unbeaten 66 from Ashutosh Sharma, playing as an impact player, steered them to victory with three balls to spare.
LSG's Explosive Start, Then a Collapse
Lucknow Super Giants, fueled by blistering half-centuries from Mitchell Marsh (72 off 36) and Nicholas Pooran (75 off 30), looked set for a massive total. Pooran's innings featured seven sixes and six fours, showcasing his incredible power hitting. However, a stunning bowling collapse in the middle overs, spearheaded by Kuldeep Yadav (2/20) and Mitchell Starc (3/42), restricted LSG to 209/8.
Delhi's Miraculous Recovery
Delhi's chase was anything but smooth. They lost wickets early, but Sharma's heroic knock, featuring five sixes and as many fours, turned the tide. His partnership with Vipraj Nigam (39) and Tristan Stubbs (34) provided the much-needed momentum. Even a missed stumping opportunity by LSG captain Rishabh Pant in the final over couldn't prevent Delhi's dramatic victory.
Ashutosh Sharma: The Unsung Hero
Ashutosh Sharma emerged as the star of the match, showcasing his incredible talent and nerves of steel under immense pressure. His match-winning knock is a testament to his skill and determination, making him an instant IPL sensation. The 210-run chase is Delhi's highest successful run chase in IPL history.
Key Takeaways
- Delhi Capitals' stunning one-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants.
- Ashutosh Sharma's match-winning 66* (31).
- LSG's explosive start followed by a middle-order collapse.
- Rishabh Pant's missed stumping opportunity.
This match will undoubtedly go down in IPL history as one of the most thrilling encounters. Want to know more about the other IPL matches? Stay tuned for further updates!
