IPL 2025, Match 66: Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals Full Match Highlights

Delhi Capitals edged out Punjab Kings in a high-scoring thriller, chasing 207 with 3 balls to spare.

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In Match 66 of IPL 2025, the Delhi Capitals (DC) claimed an emotion-laden win over the Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 6 wickets with 3 balls remaining. Chasing a monumental target of 207 set by the Kings, the Capitals completed an impressive chase of 208/4 after 19.3 overs.

Punjab Kings Innings

PBKS batted first and scored a strong 206/8 in their 20 overs. Shreyas Iyer scored an impressive 53 off 34 balls, while Marcus Stoinis struck fear into the Capitals with 44* off 16 balls at the end of the innings. Josh Inglis hit a quick 12-ball 32 as well. Mustafizur Rahman was the bowling star for the Capitals, taking 3 wickets for 33 runs, with help from Vipraj Nigam (2/38) and Kuldeep Yadav (2/39).

Delhi Capitals Innings

Delhi began solidly and always seemed to be maintaining a rate in advance of PBKS's innings. Sameer Rizvi was the hero of the innings, smashing a remarkable 58* off just 25 balls to finish off the game in style! Karun Nair (44 off 27) and KL Rahul (35 off 21) set the capital pace. Harpreet Brar (2/41), Praveen Dubey (1/20), and Marco Jansen (1/41) all produced breakthroughs, but DC was able to hold on.

Also Read: Top 3 reasons why Punjab Kings Lost to Delhi Capitals in IPL 2025 Match 66

PBKS vs DC: Post Match Reactions

Karun Nair (Delhi Capitals): "It felt really good. We deserved that win after a couple of poor performances. I've been hitting the ball well, and I came into this tournament with a lot of confidence. My coaches asked me to try to pace my innings a bit better, and that worked for me tonight. I'm thankful for the Test call-up—it's something to be proud of for sure. I just want to stick to what works for me; it's all about consistency. Thank you, Sunil Gavaskar sir, for your best wishes."

Shreyas Iyer (Punjab Kings Captain): "I thought we put up a good score on a tricky wicket with a bit of variable bounce. I thought our total was over par. In the second innings, we did not execute properly. We were thinking of hitting hard lengths, and we went for pointless bouncers. It's a big lesson. We will sit again and come back with better plans. It's not an injury to be worried about. It is just my finger, and I should be fine."

Sameer Rizvi (Player of the Match): "It feels really good. I put in a lot of work in the last few months. I didn't expect I would be able to win games in the IPL before today; I believe I can now. I took a few balls to read the pitch and then just backed my shots. The wicket was good and I am glad I could contribute to my team."

Faf du Plessis (Delhi Capitals Captain): "Ending on a win is key. We think fifth is a fair conclusion and a reflection of our performance. Our consistency was lacking, not taking advantage of key moments in games. Vipraj Nigam was a great find who contributed the ball and bat. If our upcoming players learn, we have the foundations of excellent future players."

Also Read: IND vs ENG: Team India Test squad out for England tour—big surprises in selection

Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals: Match Scorecard

Punjab Kings—206/8 (20 Overs)

Batting Runs (Balls) Bowling Wickets/Runs (Overs)
Shreyas Iyer 53 (34) Mustafizur Rahman 3/33 (4)
Marcus Stoinis 44*(16 Vipraj Nigam 2/38 (4)
Josh Inglis 32 (12) Kuldeep Yadav 2/39 (4)

Delhi Capitals—208/4 (19.3 Overs)

Batting Runs (Balls) Bowling Wickets/Runs (Overs)
Sameer Rizvi 58* (25) Harpreet Brar 2/41 (4)
Karun Nair 44 (27) Praveen Dubey 1/20 (2)
KL Rahul 35 (21) Marco Jansen 1/41 (4)

 

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