Delhi Capitals Clinically Defeat Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL Clash

Visakhapatnam witnessed a thrilling encounter on Sunday, March 30th, as the Delhi Capitals (DC) showcased their dominance against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the 10th match of the TATA IPL 2025. The Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium was buzzing with anticipation, but it was the Capitals who ultimately silenced the home crowd with a commanding 7-wicket victory.

SRH Falters After Promising Start

Batting first, Sunrisers Hyderabad struggled to build momentum, eventually posting 163 runs. While they had some promising moments, the DC bowlers kept them in check.

DC’s Clinical Chase

Delhi Capitals, in response, approached the chase with composure and aggression. Abishek Porel’s explosive 34 off 18 balls provided the initial impetus, while Tristan Stubbs’ quickfire 21 off 14 balls ensured the momentum didn’t shift. Faf du Plessis anchored the innings with a well-constructed fifty, guiding his team closer to the target.

Starc’s Stellar Performance

The Player of the Match award rightfully belonged to Mitchell Starc. His exceptional spell with the ball was instrumental in restricting SRH to a manageable total. Starc’s pace and precision proved too hot for the SRH batsmen to handle.

Ansari’s Three-Wicket Haul

Zeeshan Ansari also deserves credit for his contribution to DC’s bowling performance, picking up 3 crucial wickets for 42 runs. His breakthroughs at key moments further stifled the SRH innings.

Porel Seals the Victory

Abishek Porel fittingly scored the winning runs for Delhi Capitals, capping off a fine all-round performance.

Key Highlights:

• Match: SRH vs DC, Match 10, TATA IPL 2025
• Venue: Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam
• Result: Delhi Capitals won by 7 wickets
• SRH: 163/10 (20 overs)
• DC: 166/3 (16 overs)
• Player of the Match: Mitchell Starc
• Key Performances: Abishek Porel (34 off 18), Tristan Stubbs (21 off 14), Faf du Plessis (50), Mitchell Starc (Bowling Spell), Zeeshan Ansari (3/42)

This victory showcased Delhi Capitals’ strong batting depth and potent bowling attack. They will look to carry this momentum forward in the tournament.