By Delhi Capitals Remain Unbeaten in IPL 2025: KL Rahul’s Masterclass Secures Fourth Consecutive Victory
The Delhi Capitals (DC) continue to assert their dominance in IPL 2025 with another emphatic performance — this time against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. In what turned out to be a comprehensive victory, Delhi chased down a competitive target of 164 with six wickets in hand and seven balls to spare. The hero of the night was none other than KL Rahul, whose unbeaten 93 showcased experience, temperament, and pure class.
Match Recap: A Battle of Skill and Strategy
Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
Result: Delhi Capitals won by 6 wickets
RCB Innings: 163/7 (20 overs)
DC Innings: 169/4 (17.5 overs)
Delhi Capitals elected to bowl first after winning the toss — a decision that proved fruitful, as they kept RCB in check throughout the innings. Despite the home team’s reputation for high-scoring games at Chinnaswamy, RCB struggled to gain momentum.
RCB’s Batting: Phil Salt and Tim David Offer Resistance
Royal Challengers Bengaluru posted a modest total of 163/7 in their 20 overs. The innings never really picked up steam, with wickets falling at regular intervals. English wicketkeeper-batter Phil Salt and Australian power-hitter Tim David were the only real contributors, scoring 37 runs apiece. Their partnership briefly gave hope to RCB fans, but the Capitals’ bowling unit ensured the scoreboard pressure never built up.
Delhi’s bowlers executed their plans with discipline. Vipraj Nigam impressed with his variations, picking up two key wickets, while left-arm spinner Kuldeep Yadav continued his fine form, also taking two scalps. The duo applied the brakes at crucial moments, ensuring RCB couldn’t capitalize in the death overs.ed 37 runs each. Delhi’s bowlers, Vipraj Nigam and Kuldeep Yadav, were instrumental, each claiming two wickets to restrict the opposition.
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KL Rahul’s Genius Anchors the Chase
In response, Delhi Capitals started cautiously but confidently. KL Rahul, opening the innings, was in sublime touch right from the beginning. He read the pitch and the bowlers with precision, starting off with singles and rotating the strike before unleashing a flurry of boundaries.
His unbeaten 93 off 53 balls was an exhibition of calculated aggression. With a blend of classical strokes and aggressive lofts, Rahul dictated terms in the middle. His approach was mature and measured, especially on a surface that offered variable bounce.
Interestingly, Rahul’s familiarity with Chinnaswamy — having played here extensively in the past — clearly worked in his favor. His game awareness, enhanced by recent stints behind the stumps, gave him an edge in reading the bowlers and field placements.
Tristan Stubbs offered solid support from the other end. The young South African batter remained unbeaten on 38, rotating strike efficiently and finding boundaries when needed. Together, the pair stitched an unbroken 88-run partnership that took Delhi home with ease.
Points Table Impact: DC March Ahead
With this commanding victory, Delhi Capitals extended their unbeaten run in IPL 2025, making it four wins in four matches. Their consistent performances have now elevated them to second place on the points table, just behind Gujarat Titans based on net run rate.
On the other hand, RCB finds themselves at a crossroads. With three wins and two losses in five games, they remain competitive but must address their inconsistency, particularly in the middle order and bowling under pressure.
Looking Ahead: Can Delhi Keep the Streak Alive?
As IPL 2025 progresses, Delhi Capitals look well-balanced and confident in both departments. Their top-order batting is firing, the bowlers are picking up timely wickets, and KL Rahul seems to be peaking at the right time — all promising signs for a deep playoff run.
Meanwhile, RCB will need to go back to the drawing board. Questions around finishing games with the bat and tightening up in the death overs with the ball will be key areas to address if they aim to remain in the playoff race.
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