Delhi Capitals Edge Past Lucknow Super Giants in a Last-Over Thriller
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In a high-octane clash, Delhi Capitals secured a nail-biting one-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants, chasing down 210 in the final over. Ashutosh Sharma emerged as the match-winner with a breathtaking 66* off 31 balls, guiding DC to a sensational win despite early setbacks.

Where Was the Match Won?

After crumbling to 66/5 in pursuit of 210, Delhi Capitals found their hero in Ashutosh Sharma. His fearless strokeplay in the death overs made all the difference, scoring 35 of the 61 runs needed in the final five overs. Unlike LSG’s aggressive start, DC had to battle through tough phases. However, they ultimately triumphed, courtesy of Ashutosh Sharma’s finishing brilliance.

Delhi Capitals’ Chase

Powerplay – Early Stumbles for DC

  • Score: 58/4 (RR: 9.6, 4s/6s: 7/2)
  • Shardul Thakur’s double strike in the first over rattled DC. Consequently, they struggled to build momentum early on.
  • Axar Patel and Faf du Plessis attempted a recovery, and for a while, they stabilized the innings. Nevertheless, Axar’s sweep found square leg off Digvesh Rathi, further adding to DC’s troubles.

Middle Overs – The Comeback Begins

  • Score: 90/2 (RR: 10, 4s/6s: 6/6)
  • As the innings progressed, Tristan Stubbs and Ashutosh Sharma led DC’s fightback, showing resilience.
  • Stubbs hit consecutive sixes off M Siddharth, but he was bowled soon after, disrupting DC’s rhythm.
  • Fortunately, Vipraj Nigam’s counterattack saw Ravi Bishnoi concede 16 runs in an over, reducing the equation to 61 off 30 balls. As a result, DC regained control of the chase.

Death Overs – Ashutosh Sharma’s Heroics Seal the Deal

  • Score: 62/3 (RR: 13.77, 4s/6s: 6/5)
  • Nigam and Ashutosh Sharma smashed 20 off the 16th over, keeping the chase alive. Nevertheless, Nigam was dismissed shortly after.
  • Bishnoi removed Starc, and a run-out added more drama. Even so, Ashutosh Sharma remained composed under pressure.
  • He struck Bishnoi for three consecutive boundaries and dismantled Prince Yadav in the penultimate over, keeping DC in the game.
  • With six needed in the final over, Mohit Sharma survived an LBW scare before handing strike to Ashutosh Sharma. Eventually, he finished the match with a towering six, sealing an unforgettable win for Delhi Capitals.

Lucknow Super Giants’ Innings

Powerplay – Marsh’s Dominance Sets the Tone

  • Score: 64/1 (RR: 10.67, 4s/6s: 7/4)
  • Mitchell Marsh led from the front, punishing short-pitched deliveries. Consequently, LSG got off to a strong start.
  • Aiden Markram’s lofted six and Marsh’s boundary flurry off Mitchell Starc set the stage for a big total.
  • Wrist-spinner Vipraj Nigam dismissed Markram. However, LSG still had a solid foundation to build upon.

Middle Overs – Pooran’s Carnage

  • Score: 106/3 (RR: 11.77, 4s/6s: 6/10)
  • Nicholas Pooran and Marsh kept up the aggression, adding 87 in just 42 balls. As a result, LSG seemed set for a mammoth total.
  • Pooran dismantled spin, hitting three consecutive sixes off Nigam, further strengthening LSG’s position.
  • Marsh’s 21-ball half-century was cut short by a slower delivery from Mukesh Kumar. Nevertheless, LSG maintained a strong run rate.
  • Pooran smashed Tristan Stubbs for four sixes and a four in a single over, reaching his 24-ball fifty. However, quick dismissals of Rishabh Pant and Pooran halted their surge.

Death Overs – LSG Lose Momentum

  • Score: 39/4 (RR: 7.8, 4s/6s: 2/2)
  • Ayush Badoni fell in the deep, while Starc’s two wickets in the 19th over stifled LSG’s finishing efforts.
  • David Miller’s two sixes off the last two deliveries propelled them past 200. Nevertheless, they had once seemed on course for 250, making the final phase a setback for LSG.

Match Summary:

  • Lucknow Super Giants: 209/8 (Nicholas Pooran 75, Mitchell Marsh 72; Mitchell Starc 3/42)
  • Delhi Capitals: 211/9 (Ashutosh Sharma 66*; Shardul Thakur 2/19)
  • Result: Delhi Capitals won by 1 wicket

What’s Next?

  • Lucknow Super Giants will now travel to Hyderabad to take on Sunrisers Hyderabad.
  • Delhi Capitals enjoy a five-day break before hosting SRH in Vizag.