DC vs PBKS: DC Sign Off in Style with Commanding Win Over PBKS in Match 65
DC vs PBKS, Match no. 65: In Match 65 of the IPL 2025 season, Delhi Capitals ended their campaign on a high note with a confident win over Punjab Kings in Jaipur. While PBKS entered the contest with hopes of securing a top-two finish, DC, already out of playoff contention, played for pride — and delivered a clinical all-round performance to derail Punjab’s ambitions.
DC vs PBKS Match Summary
After being put into bat, Punjab Kings adopted an aggressive approach from the outset. Despite losing Priyansh Arya early, Prabhsimran Singh and Shreyas Iyer kept the scoreboard ticking, taking PBKS to 60 for 2 by the end of the powerplay. The middle overs saw them maintain the tempo, with Shreyas anchoring the innings and counter-attacking DC’s spin duo, Vipraj Nigam and Kuldeep Yadav.
Iyer compiled a composed 53 off 34 balls before Marcus Stoinis exploded in the death overs with a fiery 44* off just 16 deliveries. Though Kuldeep picked up two wickets in the 18th over, PBKS still surged past the 200-mark, closing on 206 for 8.
In reply, Delhi Capitals came out with purpose and poise. KL Rahul and Faf du Plessis gave them a brisk start, setting a solid foundation in the chase. Karun Nair added vital runs through the middle, but it was the young Sameer Rizvi who turned the game decisively in DC's favor.
His unbeaten 58 off 25 balls, laced with five sixes, dismantled the Punjab bowling attack. Alongside Tristan Stubbs, he ensured DC crossed the finish line with ease, ending the match with a comfortable victory that also kept the playoff race interesting.
Star Performers:
- Sameer Rizvi (DC): A match-winning knock of 58* off 25 balls, showcasing power and maturity beyond his years.
- Shreyas Iyer (PBKS): Held the PBKS innings together with a classy 53, providing stability amid falling wickets.
- Marcus Stoinis (PBKS): Delivered the finishing flourish with a brutal 44* off 16 balls in the death overs.
- Mustafizur Rahman (DC): Claimed 3 for 33, with all his wickets caught behind by stand-in keeper Tristan Stubbs.