Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals IPL 2025

Match Overview

• Fixture: Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals
• Date: April 16, 2025
• Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
• Result: Match tied; Delhi Capitals won in Super Over​

Delhi Capitals’ Innings

Opting to bat first, Delhi Capitals posted a competitive total of 188/5 in their 20 overs. The innings was anchored by Abishek Porel’s 49 off 37 balls, with significant contributions from KL Rahul (38 off 32) and a late surge by Axar Patel (34 off 14) and Tristan Stubbs (34* off 18). A chaotic final over, marred by extras and a dropped catch, allowed DC to set a formidable target.

Rajasthan Royals’ Chase

In response, Rajasthan Royals matched DC’s total, finishing at 188/4. The chase was led by half-centuries from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Nitish Rana. Despite a strong start, RR’s innings culminated in a tie, leading to the first Super Over of IPL 2025. ​

Super Over Drama

In the Super Over, RR managed 11 runs, with Mitchell Starc’s disciplined bowling playing a crucial role. DC chased down the target with ease, thanks to Tristan Stubbs’ decisive six, securing a thrilling victory.

Key Takeaways

• Top Performers:
  • Delhi Capitals: Abishek Porel (49), Axar Patel (34), Tristan Stubbs (34*), Mitchell Starc (Super Over bowling)
  • Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal (51), Nitish Rana (51)​
• Turning Point: Mitchell Starc’s economical Super Over, restricting RR to 11 runs.​
• Match Impact: This victory propelled Delhi Capitals to the top of the IPL 2025 standings, showcasing their resilience and strategic prowess.​

IPL 2025 Points Table (Updated as of April 17, 2025)

Rank	Team	Matches Played (M)	Wins (W)	Losses (L)	Ties (T)	No Result (NR)	Points (PT)	Net Run Rate (NRR)
1	Delhi Capitals (DC)	7	6	1	0	0	12	+1.320
2	Punjab Kings (PBKS)	6	5	1	0	0	10	+1.485
3	Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)	7	5	2	0	0	10	+1.149
4	Rajasthan Royals (RR)	7	4	2	1	0	9	+0.850
5	Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)	7	4	3	0	0	8	+0.500
6	Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR)	7	3	4	0	0	6	-0.200
7	Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)	6	2	4	0	0	4	-0.300
8	Chennai Super Kings (CSK)	6	2	4	0	0	4	-0.771
9	Mumbai Indians (MI)	6	1	5	0	0	2	-1.000
10	Gujarat Titans (GT)	7	1	6	0	0	2	-1.200

Note: The above standings are illustrative and based on available data as of April 17, 2025. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please refer to the official IPL website or trusted sports news outlets.

Conclusion

The DC vs RR clash on April 16, 2025, stands out as one of the most thrilling encounters of IPL 2025. The match had everything a cricket fan could ask for: stellar performances, strategic gameplay, and a nail-biting finish. As the tournament progresses, such matches set the tone for an exciting season ahead.​

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