New Delhi: In a match that had fans on the edge of their seats till the very last delivery, Delhi Capitals (DC) pulled off a sensational victory over Rajasthan Royals (RR) in a dramatic Super Over thriller at the iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi. This was not just another league match in the IPL 2025 season—it was a masterclass in pressure cricket, resilience, and last-minute heroics that will go down as one of the most unforgettable fixtures in IPL history.
With both teams scoring 188 runs in their respective 20 overs, the result came down to a tense Super Over where KL Rahul and Tristan Stubbs held their nerves and chased down the 12-run target with remarkable precision. The stadium reverberated with the chants of thousands of fans who had witnessed a night filled with top-tier performances, emotional swings, and a dramatic finish that embodied the magic of T20 cricket.
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🔹 Match Overview
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Rajasthan Royals: 188/4 in 20 overs
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Delhi Capitals: 188/5 in 20 overs
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Result: Match tied – Delhi Capitals won in Super Over
🔹 Rajasthan Royals’ Innings
The Royals opted to bat first and got off to a promising start. Young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal displayed fine form, hammering a fluent 50 off 34 balls. Jos Buttler (31 off 22) supported him well, but DC’s disciplined bowling attack ensured the Royals never got away entirely.
The middle-order duo of Dhruv Jurel (26 off 17) and Riyan Parag (28* off 14) accelerated effectively in the final overs, helping RR post a strong total of 188/4.
For Delhi, Mitchell Starc and Kuldeep Yadav kept things under control, while Axar Patel’s spell in the middle overs was particularly economical.
🔹 Delhi Capitals’ Chase
In response, DC faced early setbacks but found stability through Prithvi Shaw’s aggressive 45 and Axar Patel’s surprise counterattack—scoring 34 off just 14 balls. It was, however, Tristan Stubbs who played the anchor in the crucial death overs, smashing an unbeaten 34 off 18 balls to keep Delhi in the hunt.
With 12 needed off the final over and 4 required off the last delivery, Stubbs held his composure and nudged the ball into the gap to tie the game — triggering scenes of jubilation in the stands and sending the match into a Super Over.
🔹 The Super Over Drama
Rajasthan Royals batted first in the Super Over, sending out Shimron Hetmyer and Riyan Parag. Delhi entrusted Mitchell Starc with the over — and he delivered under pressure. RR managed just 11 runs, losing two wickets in the process.
Delhi Capitals, chasing 12 to win, sent in Tristan Stubbs and KL Rahul as their batting pair — a surprise inclusion and a strategic masterstroke. Facing Avesh Khan, Stubbs struck a boundary on the very first delivery. Rahul rotated the strike smartly before Stubbs sealed the game with another authoritative four over mid-wicket, taking DC home in just 4 balls with 13 runs.
🔹 Post-Match Reactions
Axar Patel (Captain, DC):
“This was an unbelievable game. Super Over finishes are never easy, but Stubbs and KL showed incredible calmness. Credit to Starc too for his Super Over spell. These are the moments we play for.”
Sanju Samson (Captain, RR):
“We played good cricket for most of the game, but fell short in the crunch moments. It was a great match for the fans, and we’ll take positives moving forward.”
🔹 Player of the Match: Tristan Stubbs
With a clutch performance in both the regulation innings and the Super Over, Tristan Stubbs walked away with the Player of the Match award. His ability to stay calm under immense pressure and close the game showed maturity beyond his years.
🔹 Points Table Impact
This victory catapults Delhi Capitals further up the IPL 2025 points table, giving them much-needed momentum early in the tournament. Rajasthan Royals remain in the top four but now face tighter competition as the race to the playoffs intensifies.
🔹 Statistical Highlights:
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First Super Over of IPL 2025.
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KL Rahul and Tristan Stubbs’ 13-run Super Over partnership is DC’s highest Super Over chase.
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Stubbs’ 34* is now his highest IPL score of the season.
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Axar Patel’s 34 off 14 is his fastest career IPL innings over 30 runs.
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Starc’s Super Over spell: 6 balls, 11 runs, 2 wickets — a match-turning effort.
Conclusion: A Night That Captured the Spirit of IPL
The Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals match wasn’t just a sporting contest—it was a spectacle that captured the essence of the Indian Premier League: unpredictability, flair, and nail-biting finishes. With fans at the Arun Jaitley Stadium treated to a full-course cricketing feast, and millions watching from across the globe, the game was a glowing reminder of why the IPL is still the world’s most captivating T20 league.
Whether it was Stubbs’ composure, Rahul’s experience, or Starc’s death-over mastery, every element of high-quality cricket came alive under the floodlights in Delhi. And as the league rolls on, matches like this set the tone for what promises to be an explosive and unpredictable season.
👉 For the full scorecard, highlights, and detailed analysis, visit the official IPL match page.
