Delhi Capitals (DC) pulled off a dramatic one-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Monday, thanks to a match-winning knock by Ashutosh Sharma.
Ashutosh Sharma’s Sensational Finish
Chasing a daunting 210-run target, DC was in deep trouble at 65/5, but Ashutosh Sharma’s unbeaten 66(31) turned the game on its head.
- Final Over Thriller: With six runs needed off six balls, Ashutosh struck a massive six down the ground, sealing a stunning victory for DC.
How the Chase Unfolded
- Early Collapse: LSG’s pace attack rattled DC early, reducing them to 6/2.
- Middle-Order Fightback: Faf du Plessis (29) and Axar Patel (22) attempted to stabilize the innings.
- Tristan Stubbs (34) and Vipraj Nigam (39 off 15) played valuable cameos.
- The Game-Changer: Ashutosh’s explosive knock, including crucial sixes off Bishnoi in the 18th over, shifted the momentum.
LSG’s Explosive Batting Effort
After being put to bat, LSG rode on Mitchell Marsh’s 72(36) and Nicholas Pooran’s 68(30) to post 209/8.
- Marsh-Pooran Blitz: The duo stitched an 87-run stand, tormenting DC’s bowling attack.
- Pooran’s Onslaught: He smashed four consecutive sixes off Tristan Stubbs in the 13th over.
- Mitchell Starc’s Impact: Starc cleaned up Pooran with a stunning reverse-swing delivery in the 15th over.
- David Miller (36 off 16) provided the finishing touch with two sixes in the final over.
Match Summary
- LSG: 209/8 (20 overs) – Marsh 72, Pooran 68; Mukesh Kumar 3/42
- DC: 212/9 (19.4 overs) – Ashutosh Sharma 66, Vipraj Nigam 39, Stubbs 34*
- Result: DC won by 1 wicket
Ashutosh Sharma’s unforgettable innings ensured DC pulled off their biggest-ever run chase in IPL history, leaving LSG stunned in Visakhapatnam.