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Delhi Capitals Secure Thrilling Super Over Win Against Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025

Mitchell Starc's heroics in the final over and Super Over propel Delhi Capitals to their fifth win, maintaining their strong form at the top of the points table.

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Delhi Capitals' KL Rahul, right, celebrates with batting partner Tristan Stubbs after their win in the Indian Premier League cricket match against Rajasthan Royals at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, India, Wednesday, April 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Manish Swarup)
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Overview

  • Delhi Capitals triumphed over Rajasthan Royals in the first Super Over of IPL 2025 after both teams scored 188 runs in regulation play.
  • Mitchell Starc delivered a clutch performance, conceding only eight runs in the final over to force the Super Over and restricting RR to 11 runs in the decider.
  • Tristan Stubbs sealed the victory for DC with a six, ensuring the team’s fifth win in six matches and reclaiming the top spot in the standings.
  • Karun Nair, who scored 89 in his previous match, was run out for a three-ball duck following a mix-up with Abishek Porel, marking a pivotal moment in the game.
  • Rajasthan Royals' inconsistency persisted, with standout performances from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Nitish Rana falling short to secure a win.