The IPL 2025 clash between Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals on March 24th at the Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam was nothing but a thriller full of ups and downs. Delhi Capitals emerged victorious by a thin margin of 1 wicket chasing a target of 210 runs with just 3 balls left. The match started with a toss, Delhi Capitals won the toss and opted to field.

Lucknow Super Giants squad list: Aiden Markram, Mitchell Marsh, Nicholas Pooran, Ayush Badoni, Rishab Pant, David Miller, Prince Yadav, Digvesh Rathi, Shahbaz Ahmed, Shardul Thakur, and Ravi Bishnoi.

Delhi Capitals squad list: Jake Fraser-McGurk, Faf du Plessis, Abhishek Porel(w), Sameer Rizvi, Axar Patel(c), Tristan Stubbs, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohit Sharma, Mukesh Kumar

Mitchell Marsh and Aiden Markram were the opening batsmen from Lucknow Super Giants who set the field on fire, The Innings started slow but soon game-paced from the third over. Mitchell Starc was the opening bowler from Delhi Capitals. After 4.4 overs Aiden Markaram was out of the field by Vipraj Nigam. Nicholas Pooran took the place of Aiden Markaram

After the powerplay, the score of the Delhi Capitals was  64 runs with the loss of 1 wicket. The Partnership of Michell Marsh and Nicholas Pooran proved to be worthy with a total score of 147 runs in just 66 balls by the duo, Marsh scored 72 runs in 36 balls making his half-century in just 21 balls while Nicholas scored 75 runs in 30 balls, with 7 sixes and 6 boundaries.

When Marsh and Nicholas were going their way, taking runs and making 147 runs Lucknow Super Giants were all set to make a total of 250 runs or even more setting a very high target for Delhi Super Giants. Marsh, who is only playing in IPL 2025 as a batter showed off his ways as he piled on runs in the powerplay with scoring 43 runs in just 19 balls the most number of runs he has scored in the phase of Indian Premier League.

Mitchell Srarc’s next over was when Marsh took full toll. The first ball six over long-off by Markram. Then Marsh took 4,6,4 against Starc making a total run of 21 in an over. When Marsh took 4 runs against Vipraj Nigam in his debut he soon took his revenge and sent Markram off the field with just 15 runs.

The Last seven overs went for only 49 runs losing Six wickets and that included two David Miller’s sixes off in the final two balls.

Scores by different players Of Luknow Super Giants while batting:

1. Aiden Markram took 15 runs in 13 balls, 1 sixes and 1 boundary.
2. Mitchell Marsh took 72 runs in 36 balls, 6 sixes, and 6 boundaries.
3. Nicholas Pooran took 75 runs in 30 balls, 7 sixes and 6 boundaries.
4. Ayush Badoni took 4 runs in 5 balls with no sixes and boundaries.
5. Rishab Pant didn’t score runs.
6. David Miller took 27 runs in 19 balls with 2 sixes and 1 four.
7. Shahbaz Ahmed took 9 runs in 8 balls with 1 boundary.
8. Shardul Thakur too didn’t take any tuns in 2 balls.
9. Ravi Bishnoi too didn’t take any tuns in 2 balls.

Chasing 210 with no small feat, Delhi Capitals got off to a rocky start, reeling at 7/3 early in the innings. It was difficult for them to achieve this score but still, they tried hard to beat the set target. The second inning of the IPL 2025 was filled with drama, heartbreak, and a lot of ups and downs.  They displayed extraordinary reliance to claim victory but went sort by just 1 wicket.

Delhi Capitals lost 3 wickets for just 7 runs in the first three overs. Lucknow’s opening bowlers capitalized on the pressure of dismissing key players and putting Delhi Capitals in a crucial situation.

Prince Yadav bowls a lovely first over that goes for just five. Siddharth also bowls a handy over that goes for only seven. Delhi Capitals manages only 35 runs between 7 and 12 overs. Strac was out of the wicket with Bishnoi’s first ball of the 18th over with 39 runs in 17 balls. Asutosh Brings DC back to the game by hitting boundaries and six scoring 22 runs in 12 balls.

The 2nd inning was a thrilling spectacle showcasing Delhi Capitals’ fighting spirit and young talents. Asutosh Sharma’s match-winning performance made him the Player of the match. Delhi Capitals’ victory in this match was one of the most remarkable turnarounds in IPL history leaving fans eager for their upcoming match.

Scores by different Players of Delhi Capitals while batting:

1. Jake Fraser-McGurk scored 1 runs in 2 balls.
2. Faf du Plessis scored 29 runs in 18 balls scored 3 boundaries and 2 sixes.
3. Abhishek Porel(w) didn’t take any tuns in 2 balls.
4. Sameer Rizvi scored 4 runs in 4 balls and 1 boundary.
5. Axar Patel(c) scored 22 runs in 11 balls with 3 boundaries and 2 sixes
6. Tristan Stubbs scored 34 runs in 22 balls with 1 boundary and 3 sixes.
7. Vipraj Nigam scored 39 runs in 15 balls with 5 boundaries and 5 sixes.
8. Mitchell Starc scored 2 runs in 5 balls.

Player of the Match: Asutosh Sharma of Delhi Capitals

Ashutosh Sharma is the player of the match after showcasing his thrilling performance in the game held between Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals. He scored an unbeaten 66 runs in 31 balls guiding Delhi Capitals to a dramatic one-wicket victory. His innings included five sixes and five fours, showcasing his ability to handle pressure and lead the team to victory even in tight innings.

After the match, he dedicated his Player of the Match award to his mentor Shikhar Dhawan to honor the guidance and lessons he received during his time with Punjab Kings in the previous IPL season. He has proved his abilities and assets he carry in this IPL season.

Conclusion:

The high-octane contest between Lucknow Super Giants and Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025 will be remembered as one of the most dramatic matches with lots of ups and downs, Ashutosh Sharma facing a challenging situation earned the Player of the Match award. For LSG fans are expecting their bowlers t improve their execution during crucial overs. On the batting side, they’ll hope to maintain momentum and avoid collapses like the one that saw them lose six wickets for 61 runs in the final Stages.

For Delhi Capitals, we are expecting a consistent performance from the bowlers particularly from the experienced duo of Kuldeep Yadav and Mitchell Starc eho showcased their ability in this game. Meanwhile we are excited to see the young players perform in the game.

This nail-biting encounter was a testament to the unpredictable beauty of T20 cricket. Both teams will take valuable lessons from this game as they progress through the IPL 2025 season, striving for consistency and perfection. Fans, no doubt, are in for even more spectacular matches!