Delhi Ends Their IPL Campaign in Style – Risvi Shines with a Fiery Knock
The 18th season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) has been thrilling fans across various cities in India. With 10 teams battling it out for the top spot, the tournament has now reached its final stages. Among the league matches, the 66th encounter held in Jaipur today between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings stood out as an exciting contest.
Winning the toss, Delhi Capitals chose to bowl first. Punjab Kings, sent in to bat, got off to a slightly shaky start. However, middle-order batsman Shreyas Iyer stabilized the innings with a well-compiled 53 runs. Other batsmen chipped in effectively, helping the team post a challenging total. At the end of their 20 overs, Punjab Kings scored 206 runs for the loss of 8 wickets.
Delhi’s bowling attack was led brilliantly by Mustafizur Rahman, who claimed 3 wickets. Kuldeep Yadav and Vibraj Nigam picked up 2 wickets each, while Mukesh Kumar contributed with one wicket. Despite their efforts, the total set by Punjab was a tough one to chase.
In response, Delhi Capitals began their innings with early setbacks, losing quick wickets and looking unstable. But the game changed dramatically when Sameer Risvi and Karun Nair took charge. Playing with confidence and aggression, the duo led the recovery effort and turned the tide in Delhi’s favor.
Sameer Risvi played a stunning knock of 58 runs off just 38 balls. His aggressive shots and intelligent placement put immense pressure on the Punjab bowlers. At the other end, Karun Nair played a composed and effective innings of 44 runs. Together, they stitched a vital partnership, scoring 85 runs in just five overs, breaking the backbone of Punjab’s bowling attack.
With the momentum in their favor, Delhi cruised towards the target. They chased down the 207-run target in 19.3 overs, losing just four wickets. This remarkable chase gave Delhi a six-wicket win, marking a strong end to their IPL 2025 journey.
For Punjab, Harpreet Brar managed to take 2 wickets, but the rest of the bowlers struggled to contain the Delhi batters.
Though Delhi Capitals are out of the playoff race, they ended their campaign on a high note with this thrilling victory. The performance of young players like Risvi offers a glimpse of promise for the team’s future seasons. The match not only entertained fans but also reinforced the unpredictable and exciting nature of the IPL.
In summary, Delhi’s chase, powered by Risvi’s explosive knock and Nair’s stability, made this one of the most memorable games of the season. It was a fitting conclusion to their league matches, giving fans hope and excitement for what lies ahead.
