DC vs RR: Delhi Capitals Clinch Super Over Thriller Against Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025 Match 32

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DC vs RR: In a match that encapsulated the drama and unpredictability of T20 cricket, Delhi Capitals (DC) outlasted Rajasthan Royals (RR) in a high-octane Super Over thriller in Match 32 of IPL 2025 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on April 16.

The game witnessed standout individual performances, remarkable momentum swings, and a gripping finale as both sides finished with identical scores of 188, setting the stage for a nerve-shredding conclusion that saw Delhi prevail.

Match Score – IPL 2025, Match 32: DC vs RR

Delhi Capitals: 188/5 in 20 overs

• Jake Fraser-McGurk – 96 (64)
• Abishek Porel – 49 (37)
• Tristan Stubbs – 34* (18)
• Axar Patel – 34 (14)
• Jofra Archer – 2/20 (4 overs)

Rajasthan Royals: 188/6 in 20 overs

• Yashasvi Jaiswal – 51 (37)
• Nitish Rana – 51 (28)
• Sanju Samson – 31* (retired hurt)
• Mitchell Starc – 2/28 (4 overs)

Super Over:

• RR: 11/2
• DC: 14/0 (won with 2 balls to spare)

Result: Delhi Capitals won the match via Super Over

Match Highlights:

• Jake Fraser-McGurk smashed a stunning 96 off 64, narrowly missing out on a century.
• Jofra Archer delivered a brilliant spell (2/20), helping RR keep DC under 190.
• Nitish Rana played a clutch innings of 51 off 28 for RR.
• Mitchell Starc bowled a match-turning final over and a brilliant Super Over.
• Super Over Heroics: DC chased 12 with KL Rahul and Stubbs, with the latter finishing with a six.
• Sanju Samson retired hurt at a crucial juncture, disrupting RR’s chase.
• Stubbs and Starc were key in Delhi’s dramatic Super Over victory.

Batting first after winning the toss, Delhi Capitals got off to a cracking start thanks to Jake Fraser-McGurk, who played a scintillating innings of 96 off 64 balls, narrowly missing a well-deserved century. The Australian opener combined aggression with finesse, hitting 10 boundaries and 5 sixes. He was ably supported by Abishek Porel, who added 49 off 37 balls, forming the backbone of DC's innings. While the middle order stuttered briefly, a late onslaught from Tristan Stubbs (34 off 18)* and Axar Patel (34 off 14) propelled Delhi to a competitive total of 188/5. For RR, Jofra Archer was the pick of the bowlers, delivering a disciplined spell of 2/20 and keeping the scoring rate in check.

Chasing 189, Rajasthan Royals began confidently with Yashasvi Jaiswal anchoring the innings with a composed 51 off 37 balls. Sanju Samson, after starting brightly, had to retire hurt on 31. Nitish Rana stepped up with a critical 51 off 28 deliveries, showcasing smart shot selection and calmness under pressure. The Royals looked well on course at 161/2 in the 18th over, but Mitchell Starc returned with a fiery spell that changed the game's trajectory. He dismissed Rana, bowled a tight final over, and ensured the match ended in a thrilling tie.

In the Super Over, RR struggled to get going as Starc's death bowling mastery once again came to the fore. Despite hitting a boundary, RR managed only 11 runs and lost two wickets, including a crucial run-out of Jaiswal. Delhi responded with KL Rahul and Tristan Stubbs at the crease. After a cautious start, Stubbs smashed a six that sealed the win for Delhi with two balls to spare, triggering jubilation in the DC camp. Stubbs' composure and Starc's redemption arc were the defining elements of the night.

This victory marked a crucial turnaround for Delhi Capitals, who displayed grit and composure in a pressure situation. For Rajasthan Royals, despite a promising batting display, the inability to close out the game and handle Starc's final-over brilliance cost them dearly. The standout performers included Fraser-McGurk with his match-defining knock, Starc with his late-game magic, and Axar Patel for his all-round contribution. The result pushed DC further up the points table and handed RR a bitter reminder of how swiftly fortunes can change in the IPL.