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Kolkata Knight Riders vs Delhi Capitals Match Scorecard: IPL 2025 Thriller
The IPL 2025 clash between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Delhi Capitals (DC) delivered a nail-biting finish, with KKR emerging victorious by 14 runs. Faf du Plessis's impressive 62 and Axar Patel's explosive 43 almost secured a DC win, but Sunil Narine's match-winning performance with both bat and ball swung the momentum back to KKR. This article provides a detailed scorecard and analysis of this thrilling encounter.
Match Summary: A Rollercoaster Ride
DC, winning the toss, opted to field first. KKR, fueled by a blistering opening partnership between Narine (27) and Gurbaz (26), amassed a challenging 204/9. Angkrish Raghuvanshi's 44 provided crucial stability in the middle order. Mitchell Starc's 3/43 for DC was a standout bowling performance. In response, DC's chase began promisingly with du Plessis and Axar's powerful hitting. However, Narine's 3/29 and Varun Chakravarthy's 2/39 orchestrated a dramatic collapse, leaving DC stranded at 190/9.
Scorecard: KKR vs DC
| Team | Innings | Runs | Wickets | Overs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 1 | 204 | 9 | 20 |
| Delhi Capitals | 2 | 190 | 9 | 20 |
Top Performers:
- KKR: Angkrish Raghuvanshi (44), Sunil Narine (27 & 3/29)
- DC: Faf du Plessis (62), Axar Patel (43)
Post-Match Analysis: Turning Points
The match turned on Narine's stunning all-round display. His direct hit run-out of KL Rahul early in the DC innings was a crucial moment. Then, his late-innings bowling spell shattered DC's hopes. Axar's three sixes off Narine earlier in the innings showcased the attacking intent, but it was ultimately KKR's spinners who delivered in the death overs.
Key Takeaways & Records
This match highlighted the importance of spin bowling in the IPL. It also showcased the explosive potential of young players like Raghuvanshi and the enduring class of experienced players like du Plessis. Vipraj Nigam's performance (38 & 2/xx) earned him the distinction of being the youngest Indian to achieve a 30+ score with two wickets in an IPL match. The match was a testament to the unpredictable nature of T20 cricket.
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