DC vs LSG: Delhi Capitals Win by 1 Wicket in a Last-Ball Thriller Against Lucknow Super Giants

DC vs LSG: Cricket isn’t just a sport—it’s a rollercoaster of emotions, and the IPL 2025 clash between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in Visakhapatnam proved exactly that. In a game that swung like a pendulum, DC clawed their way to a jaw-dropping one-wicket win, leaving fans breathless and rewriting the script of “impossible comebacks.” Here’s how the drama unfolded under the buzzing lights of the ACA-VDCA Stadium.

LSG’s Batting Blitz: Marsh and Pooran Unleash Mayhem

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Lucknow Super Giants, opting to bat after losing the toss, turned the powerplay into a demolition derby. With KL Rahul away celebrating the birth of his child, the responsibility fell on Mitchell Marsh and Nicholas Pooran, and boy, did they deliver. Marsh, the Aussie all-rounder, played like a man possessed, smashing 72 off 36 balls. His brutal hitting, including a 22-run over off Anrich Nortje, left DC’s bowlers staring at the skies.

But the real showstopper was Nicholas Pooran. The West Indian powerhouse, known for his six-hitting prowess, turned the middle overs into a personal highlight reel. He clobbered 75 runs off just 30 deliveries, launching seven sixes into the stands. At one point, it seemed like the ball would never stop flying. Even David Miller’s late cameo (27* off 19) felt like a footnote in LSG’s mammoth 209/8.

The only hiccup? Rishabh Pant’s forgettable LSG debut. The former DC captain, playing his first game after a two-year hiatus, edged Mitchell Starc to the slips for a golden duck. The irony wasn’t lost on anyone.

DC’s Chase: From Trainwreck to Triumph

Chasing 210, Delhi’s innings began like a horror movie. Prithvi Shaw skied a catch in the second over, David Warner chopped on, and by the fifth over, DC were 45/4. When stand-in skipper Axar Patel (22 off 14) holed out to deep mid-wicket, the scoreboard read 78/5, and fans started heading for the exits.

But cricket, as they say, is a game of glorious uncertainties. Enter Vipraj Nigam, a 21-year-old debutant with a point to prove. The kid from Meerut swung like there was no tomorrow, racing to 39 off 15 balls. His audacious six off Marcus Stoinis—a helicopter shot reminiscent of MS Dhoni—ignited a flicker of hope. But just as DC dared to dream, Nigam fell to a stunning catch by Stoinis at the boundary, and the collapse resumed.

Then came Ashutosh Sharma.

Ashutosh Sharma: The Unlikely Hero

With 72 needed off 24 balls and three wickets left, Ashutosh Sharma, a ₹20 lakh uncapped pick—turned into Superman. The 26-year-old, who’d never faced more than 10 balls in an IPL game before, played the innings of his life. He targeted LSG’s inexperienced death bowlers, peppering the leg-side boundary with fearless hooks and lofted drives. (DC vs LSG)

The final over was pure theater. Needing 15 runs, Ashutosh farmed the strike, scampering doubles like his life depended on it. With 6 needed off 5 balls, he charged down the track to Ravi Bishnoi and launched a 98-meter six over long-off. The stadium erupted. Teammates spilled onto the field. Ashutosh, drenched in sweat, dropped to his knees and screamed—a moment etched in IPL folklore.

Where LSG Lost the Plot

For Lucknow, this was a gut punch. Their decision to rest four frontline Indian pacers—reportedly to manage workload—backfired spectacularly. Debutant Arshin Kulkarni leaked 24 runs in his lone over, while part-timer Deepak Hooda’s two overs went for 28. Even Starc and Stoinis couldn’t stem the tide in the death. (DC vs LSG)

KL Rahul’s absence also loomed large. Without their anchor, LSG’s middle order looked shaky early, and the lack of a finisher beyond Miller cost them dearly. “We lost it in the last four overs,” admitted mentor Gautam Gambhir. “But credit to Delhi—they fought like warriors.”

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Post-Match Euphoria and Lessons

Delhi’s dressing room was a mix of relief and euphoria. Axar Patel, who’d nervously chewed his nails through the final over, hugged Ashutosh like a long-lost brother. “Games like these make you believe in miracles,” he said.

For LSG, it’s back to the drawing board. Their bowling depth is a concern, and Pant’s form remains a puzzle. But as the IPL hashtag goes, #TataIPL is all about twists—and this game had enough to fill a season.

What’s Next?

Delhi Capitals, riding this adrenaline high, face Sunrisers Hyderabad next. Can Ashutosh replicate his heroics? Meanwhile, Lucknow Super Giants must regroup quickly, with back-to-back games against Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians.

One thing’s certain: IPL 2025 is alive and kicking. And if this match was any indication, we’re in for a wild ride. (DC vs LSG)

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