RR vs DC Last Match Recap: Mitchell Starc Wins Super Over Thriller for Delhi Capitals

The most recent meeting between Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals produced one of the most dramatic finishes of IPL 2025, with Delhi Capitals clinching victory via Super Over after both teams finished level on 188 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.

It was a contest defined by momentum swings, late drama, and decisive death bowling, with Mitchell Starc emerging as the match-winner under pressure.

Delhi Capitals post competitive total after steady middle-order effort

Delhi Capitals batted first and built their innings around a composed knock from Abishek Porel, who anchored the innings with a well-constructed 49 off 37 deliveries.

While Rajasthan Royals struck early through their pace attack, led by Jofra Archer, Delhi's middle order ensured the innings did not lose direction. Porel's innings focused on stability rather than aggression, allowing the rest of the batting unit to play around him.

Cameos from the middle order added late momentum, helping Delhi Capitals reach 188/5 in their allotted 20 overs - a total that looked competitive but not out of reach on a good batting surface.

Jaiswal and Rana power Rajasthan Royals' chase

Rajasthan Royals responded strongly in the run chase, thanks largely to twin half-centuries from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Nitish Rana.

Jaiswal provided early momentum with an attacking knock of 51 runs, setting the tone at the top of the order. His aggressive approach ensured Rajasthan stayed ahead of the required rate during the powerplay.

Nitish Rana then stepped in to stabilize the innings during the middle overs, matching Jaiswal's impact with a composed 51-run effort of his own. At one stage, Rajasthan appeared to be cruising toward victory, maintaining control of the chase with wickets in hand.

However, Delhi Capitals' bowlers tightened their grip in the death overs. Mitchell Starc and Mukesh Kumar executed disciplined bowling at the back end, slowing Rajasthan's scoring rate and forcing the match into a tense finish.

Dramatic finish forces Super Over

The match came down to the final over with Rajasthan Royals needing 12 runs to secure victory.

Under mounting pressure, Delhi's bowlers delivered crucial dot balls, pushing the equation to the final delivery. A single off the last ball tied the scores at 188 apiece, sending the contest into a Super Over - setting up a dramatic finish that had momentum balanced on a knife's edge.

Starc delivers decisive Super Over performance

Mitchell Starc once again proved decisive when the stakes were highest.

Bowling the Super Over for Delhi Capitals, Starc kept Rajasthan Royals under tight control, conceding minimal scoring opportunities and picking up a crucial wicket. His accuracy and composure ensured Rajasthan posted only a modest target in the tie-breaker.

Delhi Capitals then chased down the required runs with confidence, sealing victory with balls to spare and completing a memorable win in one of the closest contests between the two sides.

Starc's performance - particularly in the death overs and the Super Over - earned him the Player of the Match award and highlighted his value as a high-pressure specialist.

Key numbers from RR vs DC last meeting

Match: Rajasthan Royals vs Delhi Capitals, IPL 2025
Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi

Delhi Capitals: 188/5 (20 overs)
Top scorer: Abishek Porel - 49

Rajasthan Royals: 188/4 (20 overs)
Top scorers:

Yashasvi Jaiswal - 51
Nitish Rana - 51

Result: Match tied (Delhi Capitals won Super Over)
Player of the Match: Mitchell Starc

Why this match still matters ahead of RR vs DC IPL 2026 clash

That Super Over victory remains the most recent chapter in what is already one of the IPL's most evenly balanced rivalries.

With both teams historically locked at identical win counts, the memory of Delhi's narrow triumph - powered by Mitchell Starc's death-over excellence - adds extra context heading into their upcoming IPL 2026 encounter.

If history is anything to go by, another closely fought contest between Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals could once again be decided in the final overs.