IPL 2025 Bulletin for March 25: From Ashutosh Sharma turning Maverick to Rishabh Pant missing crucial Stumping

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The start of the working week in IPL 2025 had business right from the beginning as Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants played out a thriller in Vizag. Here are all the latest unmissable IPL snippets.

1. Delhi Capitals wins a thriller against LSG

Delhi Capitals secured a thrilling one-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants in their IPL 2025 opener in Visakhapatnam. Chasing a formidable target of 210, DC faced early setbacks, finding themselves at 65/5. However, a remarkable unbeaten 66 off 31 balls by Ashutosh Sharma turned the game around, guiding Delhi to a last-over win.

2. Ashutosh Sharma emerges as maverick for DC

Ashutosh Sharma emerged as the standout performer for Delhi Capitals in their nail-biting encounter against Lucknow Super Giants. Entering the fray with DC struggling at 65/5, Ashutosh displayed remarkable composure and aggression, crafting an unbeaten 66 off 31 balls. He hit 5 fours and 5 sixes in his scintillating knock.

3. Kuldeep Yadav becomes the enforcer amid madness

In the midst of a high-scoring match, Kuldeep Yadav played a crucial role in stemming the flow of runs and providing vital breakthroughs for Delhi Capitals. Delivering a spell of 4-0-20-2, Kuldeep's disciplined bowling included the key wickets of Rishabh Pant and Ayush Badoni, effectively applying the brakes on Lucknow's innings and setting the stage for DC's successful chase. ​

4. Rishabh Pant misses crucial stumping as LSG face defeat

Rishabh Pant had a dismal day on the field on his Lucknow debut in the IPL. The southpaw scored a duck with the bat and then had a torrid outing on the field as well. Some of his captaincy decisions backfired but the moment of low came when he failed to stump Mohit Sharma in the final over, which denied LSG the victory. Pant's inability to dismiss the final Delhi Capitals ended up on an agonizing defeat.

5. KL Rahul becomes father of a Daughter

KL Rahul's wife Athiya Shetty gave birth to their first child on Monday (March 24) in Mumbai. Rahul was present with his family at the time as the duo entered parenthood. The Delhi Capitals player left Vizag to be with his family and is expected to return for DC's next match.

6. Delhi Capitals become fifth IPL team to unique record

Delhi Capitals became only the fifth IPL team to secure a 1-wicket victory in the tournament history after their victory over LSG. In the IPL, the instance has only taken place five times, with KKR becoming the first team to attain the record back in 2015 when they beat Punjab Kings.

7. Gujarat Titans look to start campaign on a high

Gujarat Titans are set to commence their IPL 2025 campaign with high aspirations, aiming to replicate their previous successes. With a balanced squad and strategic leadership, they look to make a strong start in the tournament, setting the tone for a competitive season ahead. Shubman Gill is leading the troops and will be hoping to rectify their mistakes which eluded them from playoffs in 2024.

8. Shreyas Iyer commences Mission Punjab

Shreyas Iyer, the IPL 2024-winning captain is set for a new mission as he takes the helm at Punjab Kings. Iyer won the title with KKR last year but has found a new home after his Rs 26.75 crore deal at the franchise. Punjab will be hoping for a revival this season as they look for the playoffs, which they have failed to reach in last 10 years in a row.