Match Summary:

In a heart-stopping encounter at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on April 16, 2025, the Delhi Capitals (DC) edged out the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the first Super Over of IPL 2025. Both teams concluded their innings at 188 runs, leading to a dramatic tie.

Delhi Capitals Innings:

Opting to bat first, DC posted a competitive total of 188/5. Abishek Porel was the top scorer with a fluent 49 off 37 balls. Tristan Stubbs and Axar Patel provided late impetus, contributing 34 runs each, propelling DC to a strong finish. Jofra Archer was the pick of RR's bowlers, claiming 2 wickets for 32 runs.

Rajasthan Royals Innings:

In response, RR matched DC's total, ending at 188/4. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Nitish Rana both scored brisk half-centuries, with 51 runs each. Despite a strong start, RR faltered in the final overs, needing 9 runs in the last over. Mitchell Starc's exceptional bowling in the death overs, including the final over, restricted RR and led to the tie. 

Super Over:

In the Super Over, RR managed 11 runs but lost two wickets. DC chased down the target in just four balls, with KL Rahul and Tristan Stubbs leading the charge. 

Key Performances:

• Mitchell Starc (DC): Bowled a decisive final over and the Super Over, earning him the Player of the Match award.
   
• Abishek Porel (DC): Top-scored with 49 runs, setting a solid foundation for DC's innings.​
   
• Yashasvi Jaiswal & Nitish Rana (RR): Both scored 51 runs, anchoring RR's chase.​

With this victory, DC climbed to the top of the IPL 2025 standings, securing their fifth win in six matches. RR, on the other hand, faced their third consecutive defeat, highlighting the need for a turnaround in their campaign.