DC vs LSG Live Score, IPL 2025: Ashutosh Sharma’s Heroics Lead Delhi Capitals to Thrilling 1-Wicket Victory
Delhi Capitals pulled off a stunning chase of 210 against Lucknow Super Giants, thanks to a sensational knock by Ashutosh Sharma (66 off 31 balls). DC’s innings seemed doomed early on, but Vipraj Nigam’s explosive 39 off 15 revived hopes before Ashutosh sealed the win.
Earlier, LSG looked set for a massive total at 161/2 in the 14th over, powered by Nicholas Pooran (75 off 30) and Mitchell Marsh (72 off 36). However, DC staged a strong comeback, restricting them to 209/8 in 20 overs. Mitchell Starc and Mukesh Kumar were instrumental in breaking crucial partnerships, dismissing Marsh and Pooran.
Meanwhile, Rishabh Pant had a forgettable debut for LSG, falling for a six-ball duck. Delhi Capitals’ captain Axar Patel won the toss and opted to bowl first. KL Rahul was unavailable for DC’s opening game against his former team.
Key Highlights:
- DC defeated LSG by 1 wicket
- Ashutosh Sharma scored 66 off 31 balls
- Vipraj Nigam played a crucial 39 off 15 balls
- LSG set a 210-run target, led by Pooran (75) and Marsh (72)
- DC lost 3 wickets inside 10 balls before staging a comeback
- Rishabh Pant dismissed for a six-ball duck on LSG debut
- Axar Patel won the toss; DC opted to bowl first
- DC playing their first two home games in Visakhapatnam
Delhi Capitals have started their IPL 2025 campaign in style, scripting a miraculous chase against a strong LSG side.
