SRH vs DC IPL 2025 Match Summary and Highlights
The SRH vs DC IPL 2025 match at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad ended in an unfortunate rain-abandoned result, knocking Sunrisers Hyderabad out of playoff contention. Despite early heroics from Pat Cummins, SRH couldn’t take the field to chase a modest total of 133 due to a wet outfield.
SRH vs DC IPL 2025: Cummins’ Fire Upfront
SRH skipper Pat Cummins struck early in the SRH vs DC IPL 2025 encounter, dismissing Karun Nair, Faf du Plessis, and Abishek Porel in a fiery spell. His efforts left Delhi Capitals struggling at 26/4 inside the powerplay.
Stubbs and Ashutosh Rescue Delhi Capitals
After the top-order collapse, Tristan Stubbs (41*) and Ashutosh Sharma (41) built a resilient 66-run stand for the 7th wicket, reviving the innings and guiding DC to a total of 133/7 in 20 overs in this SRH vs DC IPL 2025 clash.
Rain Halts SRH vs DC IPL 2025: Match Called Off
As SRH prepared to chase 134, heavy rainfall hit Hyderabad. Despite several efforts, the wet outfield was deemed unplayable. Match officials had no option but to abandon the game. With this result, SRH crashed out of the IPL 2025 playoffs.
Key Performances – SRH vs DC IPL 2025
- Pat Cummins (SRH): 3 wickets – Nair, Porel, du Plessis
- Tristan Stubbs (DC): 41* (36 balls)
- Ashutosh Sharma (DC): 41 (26 balls)
- Jaydev Unadkat (SRH): Dismissed KL Rahul
- Sunrisers Hyderabad were eliminated from the play-offs race after their Indian Premier League fixture against Delhi Capitals was called off due to heavy rain following the first innings. Pat Cummins-led SRH pace attack ran through the DC batting line-up to limit the visitors to 133/7 before rain dashed the slim hopes of the home team. Both teams shared a point each for the abandoned game. With 13 points from 11 games, DC remain in contention for a top-four spot.
- Good news for the fans as it seems like there can be some game tonight. In case of a 5-over chase, SRH’s target will be 42 against Delhi Capitals.
Vipraj Nigam and Tristan Stubbs tried to forge a fightback with a 33-run partnership. However, the former was dismissed in the 13th over, as a miscommunication with Stubbs saw him getting run out for 18. Delhi were forced to bring in Ashutosh Sharma as the Impact Player. The right-handed batter played a counter-attacking knock and stitched a defiant 66-run stand off 45 balls with Stubbs. Ashutosh was eventually dismissed for a 26-ball 41, hitting two fours and three sixes.
Stubbs remained unbeaten on 41 after facing 36 deliveries as the visiting side finished on 133/7 in their 20 overs. Cummins was the pick of the SRH bowlers as he finished with remarkable figures of 3/19 in his four overs. Jaydev Unadkat, Harshal Patel, and Eshan Malinga also picked up a wicket apiece.
Unfortunately, a long spell of steady rain meant puddles had formed on the ground, especially towards the boundary’s edge. After the rain relented, the groundstaff tried their best while racing against time. In the end, the umpires decided that a restart wouldn’t be possible and they called the game off.
SRH joined Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals as the three teams out of the playoff race in IPL 2025. Meanwhile, DC remained at No. 5 on the points table, with 13 points from 11 matches. They can still make it to the playoffs despite the washout.
What Next After SRH vs DC IPL 2025?
DC still have a playoff chance and must win 2 of their remaining 3 matches. For SRH, this marks the end of their IPL 2025 campaign. Catch more updates in our IPL 2025 full coverage section.
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