In Qualifier 1 of the Delhi Premier League 2025, Central Delhi Kings defeated East Delhi Riders by 6 wickets in a rain-shortened clash at Arun Jaitley Stadium. The Riders could only manage 90 all out in 14.5 overs, with Sujal Singh (39 off 25) and skipper Anuj Rawat (23 off 26) providing the only resistance. Simarjeet Singh starred for CDK with a fiery spell of 5/23, while Money Grewal (2/7) added vital support. Chasing a modest target of 91, the Kings eased to 92/4 in 11.3 overs, led by Aditya Bhandari (33 off 19) and Jonty Sidhu (26 off 15). The victory booked CDK’s direct place in the DPL 2025 Final. Below are the main reasons for the East Delhi Riders' defeat:

1. Simarjeet Singh’s Match-Winning Spell

Simarjeet Singh was astounding, ripping through the EDR’s batting unit with 5/31 in only 3 overs. His wickets took the top-order batters at the top and at the right time. That spell left the Riders reeling and allowed CDK to dictate the game from the start.

2. East Delhi Riders’ Batting Collapse

Despite Sujal Singh’s 39 and Anuj Rawat’s 23, the rest of the lineup failed miserably. No other batter crossed 11 runs, leading to a total collapse at 90 all out in 14.5 overs. The lack of middle-order partnerships left EDR with no chance to compete.

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3. Composed Chase from Central Delhi Kings

Chasing 91, CDK lost four wickets but never panicked. Aditya Bhandari (33 off 19) and skipper Jonty Sidhu (26 off 15) played with intent, while Aryan Rana chipped in with 14. Their calm batting sealed a smooth 6-wicket win in 11.3 overs.

Central Delhi Kings (CDK) face East Delhi Riders (EDR) in Qualifier 1 of the DPL 2025 at Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday, August 29. CDK is top in the table with 15 points under the captaincy of Jonty Sidhu and has just recently beaten EDR by 62 runs. Anuj Rawat's Riders finished second with six wins but must improve from the match they lost last. With a chance to qualify for the finals, we are excited for this match-up!

CDK vs EDR: Match Details

• Match: Central Delhi Kings vs East Delhi Riders
• Date: August 29, 2025, Delhi
• Time: 2:00 PM IST
• Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
• Tournament: Delhi Premier League 2025—Qualifier 1

CDK vs EDR: Live Streaming Details

See Also: DPL 2025 Qualifier 1: CDK vs EDR head-to-head, pitch report & predicted playing XIs

CDK vs EDR: Predicted Playing XIs

Central Delhi Kings (CDK): Aaryavir Sehwag, Kaushal Suman (wk), Yugal Saini, Jonty Sidhu (c), Aditya Bhandari, Aryan Rana, Simarjeet Singh, Jasvir Sehrawat, Tejas Baroka, Money Grewal, Gavinsh Khurana

East Delhi Riders (EDR): Vaibhav Baisla, Hardik Sharma, Anuj Rawat (c & wk), Rohan Rathi, Arpit Rana, Mayank Rawat, Rounak Waghela, Navdeep Saini, Ashish Meena, Ajay Ahlawat, Rohit Yadav

Central Delhi Kings (CDK) will battle East Delhi Riders (EDR) in Qualifier 1 of the  Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2025 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, on Friday, August 29, at 2:00 PM IST. CDK, captained by Jonty Sidhu, topped the points table with seven victories, two defeats, and one no result, finishing with 15 points. They enter this clash full of confidence, having defeated EDR by 62 runs in their most recent league encounter.

EDR, captained by Anuj Rawat, won six, lost two, and had two no results in the group stage. EDR's consistent campaign was somewhat ruined with the ugly defeat against CDK in their last meeting, which showed up a few areas where EDR must improve quickly. With a place in the final at stake, the Riders will be looking to reset their focus in a bid to deliver a far better performance.

CDK vs EDR: Head-to-Head Record

• Matches Played: 03 
  
• Won by CDK: 02 
  
• Won by EDR: 01 
  
• No Result: 00 
  

CDK has the overall advantage, with two wins out of the last three matches played between the two sides.

CDK vs EDR: Pitch Report

Rain has been a huge factor in the last few games played at Arun Jaitley Stadium and may very well be again in this knockout contest. More often than not, the team winning the toss in these matches will elect to bowl first, as a chasing team always seems to have more luck in these shortened matches.

See Also: DPL 2025 Qualifier 1: Central Delhi Kings vs East Delhi Riders live streaming & where to watch

CDK vs EDR: Predicted Playing XIs

Central Delhi Kings (CDK): Aaryavir Sehwag, Kaushal Suman (wk), Yugal Saini, Jonty Sidhu (c), Aditya Bhandari, Aryan Rana, Simarjeet Singh, Jasvir Sehrawat, Tejas Baroka, Money Grewal, Gavinsh Khurana

East Delhi Riders (EDR): Vaibhav Baisla, Hardik Sharma, Anuj Rawat (c & wk), Rohan Rathi, Arpit Rana, Mayank Rawat, Rounak Waghela, Navdeep Saini, Ashish Meena, Ajay Ahlawat, Rohit Yadav

The Qualifier 1 match of Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 between Washington Freedom (WAS) and Texas Super Kings (TEX) will be held at Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium, Dallas, at 5:30 AM IST on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. This marks their second meeting this season, with the Super Kings having won the earlier encounter by 43 runs. Both teams were dominant in the league stage—Texas secured second place with seven wins, while Washington topped the table with eight. Faf du Plessis’ side will aim to maintain their aggressive form and clinch a direct spot in the final. The winner of this high-stakes match advances to the final, while the loser gets another chance in the Challenger.

This early morning match will offer exciting T20 cricket to a crazed audience in the MLC's Dallas stint. With a crowd capacity of 7,000 under floodlights, the ground is ideal for today’s game. WAS has a favorable head-to-head record; however, TEX is eager to turn the tables. The turf pitch will greatly favor batting early on, yet as the match progresses, spinners will be in the spotlight.

Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium Stats

The pitch at Grand Prairie Stadium is expected to be tougher for the bowlers. The teams have been able to cross the 200-run mark on a consistent basis, and it is expected to be the same in the upcoming game. The team winning the toss will look to bowl first at this venue.

• Total Matches: 39
• Matches Won Batting First: 17
• Matches Won Batting Second: 22
• Average 1st Innings Score: 175
• Average 2nd Innings Score: 160
• Highest Total: 246/4 by SFU vs MINY
• Lowest Total: 65/10 by NEP vs CAN
• Highest Chased: 238/7 by SO vs MINY
• Lowest Defended: 181/6 by TSK vs LAKR

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WAS vs TEX: Head-to-Head Record

Washington Freedom and Texas Super Kings have played against each other four times since the initiation of MLC, with WAS winning three and TEX one, to make the game very close. These four matches have proved a competitive rivalry between WAS and TEX. This fifth meeting at the Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium is going to be tough and filled with likely surprises.

• Total Matches: 4
• WAS Wins: 3
• TEX Wins: 1
• No Result: 0

Win %: Washington Freedom – 75% (3/4), Texas Super Kings – 25% (1/4)

In Qualifier 1 of the 2025 Maharashtra Premier League (MPL), Eagle Nashik Titans put on an emphatic all-round performance to defeat Puneri Bappa by 8 wickets at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune. With this disciplined victory, ENT became the first team to qualify for the grand finale of MPL 2025.

Puneri Bappa Innings

Puneri Bappa, after being required to bat first, scored 153/8 in their 20 overs. Rushikesh Sonavne staged the innings in addition to a calm 67 off 52 deliveries, keeping the side intact while Murtaza Trunkwala (28 off 21) and Suraj Shinde (22 off 16) contributed handy cameos. Though with good beginnings, PB could not escape thanks to relentless blows from the bowlers of the Titans—skipper Prashant Solanki was the leader of the pack with a fine 3/23, ably aided by Akshay Waikar (2/21) and Mukesh Choudhary (2/33), holding Bappa under par on a conducive batting track.

Eagle Nashik Titans Innings

In response, Eagle Nashik Titans easily pursued the 154-run target, gliding to 157/2 in 17.2 overs. Mandar Bhandari was the perfectionist with the bat, thumping a free-scoring 58 from 40 balls. He was ably supported by Sahil Parakh (38 from 24) and Ranjeet Nikam, who sealed the deal with an unbeaten 33 from a mere 16 balls. The top order of the Titans never looked under pressure, dominating right through.

With this emphatic win, Eagle Nashik Titans walked into the MPL 2025 Final, exhibiting dominance in all facets. Puneri Bappa, meanwhile, will have another opportunity in Qualifier 2 to battle for a spot in the final.

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Eagle Nashik Titans vs Puneri Bappa: Match Scorecard

Puneri Bappa – 153/8 (20 Overs)

Eagle Nashik Titans – 157/2 (17.2 Overs)

The IPL 2025 Qualifier 1 match on May 29, 2025, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) cruised to an 8-wicket victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS) at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Mullanpur. RCB captain Rajat Patidar won the toss and opted to bowl first. That gamble paid off, as PBKS were bundled out for just 101 during 14.1 overs on a seam- and bounce-friendly pitch. Marcus Stoinis was PBKS's top scorer with 26 off 17 balls, while RCB's Suyash Sharma (3/17) and Josh Hazlewood (3/21) participated dominantly in the only significant phase of the PBKS innings. Yash Dayal (2/26) and Bhuvneshwar Kumar (1/17) ensured no batting partnerships batted longer than two overs. The total was PBKS's joint third-lowest in IPL playoff history. 

In attempting to defend such a low target, PBKS's bowling performance was less than satisfactory. RCB's Phil Salt (56* off 27) put on an exhibition during the powerplay for RCB, breaking the back of the chase by scoring quickly. While there was some early movement in the first ball with salt initially well  along with Mayank Agarwal (19 off 13), RCB reached 106/2 off just 10 to win the match.  Kyle Jamieson (1/27) and Musheer Khan (1/27) took wickets at late intervals but had little influence. This emphatic victory secured RCB's fourth IPL final, while PBKS will play in Qualifier 2. Here are the key reasons that PBKS lost to RCB.

1. Poor Batting Performance and Early Collapse

The Punjab Kings collapsed under pressure, scoring a mere 101 runs in 14.1 overs. With an inexperienced batting order in a high-pressure playoff game, they fell apart early. Key players Priyansh Arya (7 or 5) and Shreyas Iyer failed to give their team momentum. Marcus Stoinis was the highest scorer with 26 off 17. No batter put together a substantial innings, and Punjab had the joint third-lowest total in IPL playoff history. 

Also Read: IPL 2025, Qualifier 1: Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru Full Match Highlights

2. Ineffective Shot Selection and Inability to Adapt

The batters of Punjab Kings struggled with shot selection on a pitch that offered variable bounce, which even Shreyas Iyer echoed. The players like Shashank Singh premeditated high-risk shots (slog sweeping Suyash Sharma’s googly) and contributed to the scattering of the middle order (60/6). They couldn’t adjust to a bowler-friendly wicket, while RCB played with discipline, which made a big difference.

3. RCB’s Dominant Bowling Attack

RCB's bowlers bowled well according to the conditions, especially Josh Hazlewood (3/21) and Suyash Sharma (3/17). Hazlewood and Sharma demolished Punjab's batting order piece by piece, while Yash Dayal, with 2/26, along with Bhuvneshwar Kumar's 1/17, kept the pressure on without allowing Punjab to build a partnership. Punjab's bowlers couldn't replicate the relentlessness of RCB's bowlers, allowing RCB to chase down the runs in just 10 overs, ending with Phil Salt scoring 56 off 27 balls.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) comfortably defeated Punjab Kings (PBKS) by eight wickets in IPL 2025 Qualifier 1 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur. PBKS batted first and made only 101 runs in 14.1 overs under the pressure of the playoffs. Saw RCB advance to the final with a clinical performance, marking their return to the IPL finals after 9 years since their last appearance in 2016.

Punjab Kings Innings

Batting first, PBKS only managed 101 runs for the loss of 10 wickets in 14.1 overs despite Marcus Stoinis putting up a good fight for 26 runs off 17 balls. Azmatullah Omarzai and Prabhsimran Singh both contributed to the PBKS score with scores of 18 runs from 10 balls and 18 runs off 12 balls, respectively. For the bowlers of RCB, Suyash Sharma had an excellent outing, taking 3 wickets for only 17 runs off 3 overs. Josh Hazlewood took 3/21 off 3.1 overs, and Yash Dayal finished with 3 overs, preceded by 26 runs and 2 wickets.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Innings

RCB chased the target of 102 with ease, reaching 106/2 in just 10 overs. Phil Salt had a strike rate and innings-saving effort of 56 runs off just 27 balls. Mayank Agarwal added 19 runs off 13 balls, while Rajat Patidar finished with 15 runs from 8 balls to help RCB attack victory on PBKS. The bowlers of PBKS struggled Kyle Jamieson took 1 wicket for 27 runs off 3 overs, and Musheer Khan followed up with 1 wicket for 27 runs off 2 overs. Azmatullah Omarzai bowled for 1 over for 10 runs, taking no wickets. RCB put on a dominant display to enter into their IPL 2025 Final.

Also Read: Top 3 reasons why Punjab Kings Lost to Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2025 Qualifier 1

PBKS vs RCB: Post Match Reactions

Suyash Sharma (Player of the Match): Suyash Sharma, the Player of the Match, credited his performance to a straightforward directive from the coaches to consistently attack the stumps. His googlies, leg spins, and flippers were devastating, and had he not received help from the pitch, clearly indicated by his 3/17 in 3 overs, Patidar wouldn’t have let him back on. Sharma felt the batters found it tough to identify his variations, particularly his stock googly. He looked forward to celebrating with his team on June 3rd, implying there would be a major event.

Rajat Patidar (Royal Challengers Bengaluru Captain): Rajat Patidar praised Suyash Sharma for consistently hitting the stumps, which Patidar called a key to his performance. He was careful as captain not to complicate the batsman learning Sharma’s googly. He provided a shout-out to Phil Salt’s explosive starts, saying it was good fortune to see them from the dugout. Finally, he thanked the passionate RCB fans and encouraged them for a championship celebration.

Phil Salt (RCB): Phil Salt was excited to qualify for finals on their first attempt. They accepted the challenging nature of the pitch with some movement early but credited quick reactions for avoiding any dismissals against Punjab’s new ball, especially from Arshdeep Singh. Salt described the play-travel-play schedule as a blessing, preventing overthinking during the tournament. The win, he said, provided crucial momentum for RCB heading into the tournament’s decisive phase.

Shreyas Iyer (Punjab Kings Captain): Shreyas Iyer made a case for a batting reconsideration when their low total became untenable for Punjab Kings. He acknowledged that the bounce was variable but refused the temptation to use it as an excuse, emphasizing that we must all be ‘professional’ and adapt. Iyer accepted his tactical decisions, despite the loss, and refused to lay the blame on their bowlers. He is optimistic and believes they have lost a battle but not the war and wants to return more strongly.

Also Read: [WATCH] Qualifier 1: Shreyas Iyer dismissed by Josh Hazlewood in PBKS vs RCB clash in IPL 2025

Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru: Match Scorecard

Punjab Kings - 101/10 (14.1 Overs)

Royal Challengers Bengaluru -106/4 (10 Overs)

In a thrilling finish to the First innings of IPL 2025 Qualifier 1 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Chandigarh, Josh Hazlewood of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) had delivered a memorable performance, and wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma had played an integral role. Hazlewood effectively ended the Punjab Kings (PBKS) innings at just 101 after dismissing Azmatullah Omarzai at 14.1 overs. Hazlewood bowled a length seam-up delivery over-the-wicket line on the fourth stump, and it held seam in and moved in a little as Omarzai stepped down to slog-sweep across the line, offering a thick outside edge that flew to Jitesh's right. Jitesh leapt athletically for a stunning one-handed catch, igniting wild celebrations and stamping RCB's position in this crunch playoff match.

RCB's disciplined bowling, by Hazlewood, with three wickets including Omarzai's with their final wicket, helped dissolve PBKS's batting lineup when support came from three from Suyash Sharma and two from Yash Dayal. RCB maximized the bounce and movement of the surface, and PBKS struggled to build an innings or partnerships, with Hazlewood's wicket capping the PBKS innings, and Jitesh's sensationally acrobatic catch also showed RCB's fielding had been sharp in supporting their bowling. The early dismissals and consistent pressure from RCB’s attack ensured PBKS could only muster 101, with just two batters reaching double figures, setting RCB a straightforward chase for a spot in the IPL 2025 final.

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— Aditya kumar (@adityagupta_418) May 29, 2025

Also Read: [WATCH] Qualifier 1: Shreyas Iyer dismissed by Josh Hazlewood in PBKS vs RCB clash in IPL 2025

Current Match Situation: PBKS vs RCB 

PBKS were bowled out for 101 runs in 14.1 overs, and RCB only needed 102 runs to qualify for the final of IPL 2025. Jitesh Sharma took an outstanding one-handed catch off the bowling of Hazlewood to dismiss Omarzai, and in our opinion it concluded an impressive bowling performance. Hazlewood and Suyash Sharma each took three wickets, and Yash Dayal took two wickets; consequently, there is an opportunity for RCB's bowlers to pull off a commanding chase in this important Qualifier match, aided by Jitesh's brilliant fielding.

In a signature moment of the IPL 2025 Qualifier 1 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium, Chandigarh, on May 24, Punjab Kings (PBKS) skipper Shreyas Iyer was dismissed by Josh Hazlewood of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). At 3.4 overs, Hazlewood bowled a back-of-a-length delivery, just around the fourth stump, that moved away and had a bit of bounce. Iyer followed through on his aggressive intention with a shot across the line and edged the ball to wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma, which he caught fairly easily. This dismissal was Hazlewood’s fourth of Iyer in the IPL, a reminder of Iyer's ongoing issues with the Australian pacer. Virat Kohli's fiery celebration indicated how important that wicket was in this high-pressure playoff, as Iyer's exit for 2 runs derailed the PBKS skipper's start and provided RCB the ascendancy.

The effect of the wicket was soon felt throughout PBKS's innings as RCB's skillful bowlers capitalized on the opportunity presented to them. Hazlewood, Yash Dayal, and Suyash Sharma persistently hunted the PBKS batting coalition, which struggled to recover from conceding captain Iyer's wicket in a disorganized and erratic manner. The loss of Iyer forced PBKS into survival mode, failing to develop partnerships against RCB’s tight lines and effective use of the bounce of the pitch. This pivotal moment shifted momentum firmly toward RCB, who maintained their dominance, positioning themselves for a direct entry to the IPL 2025 final.

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Josh is soooo back! 🔥

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— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) May 29, 2025

Also Read: [WATCH] Qualifier 1: Jitesh Sharma’s stunning catch off Hazlewood seals PBKS’s fate in PBKS vs RCB Clash in IPL 2025

Current Match Situation: PBKS vs RCB 

At the end of 10 overs, PBKS looked good at 77/8. Iyer's early dismissal disrupted a decent start by the Punjab Knight Riders, but the batting order quickly collapsed due to Hazlewood, Dayal, and Suyash Sharma (two wickets each), and Bhuvneshwar Kumar picked up one wicket. Marcus Stoinis's wicket has left Azmatullah Omarzai and the tail enders with plenty of work to do to post a decent total. RCB bowlers are in control and are now well positioned to book their spot for the IPL 2025 final with their early breakthrough.

We have now entered the IPL 2025 Playoffs as the Qualifier 1 Punjab Kings vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru (PBKS vs RCB) match has started on Thursday evening (May 29) in Mullanpur. For the RCB side, Tim David is absent, and here we have brought the reason for his absence from the game. 

Rajat Patidar returns to the captaincy role in the Qualifier 1, as RCB chose to field first after winning the toss in the Qualifier 1 of the IPL 2025. They made only one change, as Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood replaced Sri Lankan pacer Nuwan Thusara. Meanwhile, Tim David has missed this match.

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IPL 2025, Qualifier 1, PBKS vs RCB: Why is Tim David not playing? 

RCB's Australian cricketer Tim David is missing Qualifier 1 due to his hamstring injury. He also missed their previous game, which was against Lucknow Super Giants. During their previous match against SunRisers Hyderabad, where RCB lost by 42 runs, David was injured in the final over of the first innings while saving a boundary. He was immediately off the field. Although he later came to bat and scored one off five balls, he has missed the next two matches. In their last game, English all-rounder Liam Livingstone replaced David, and the English star is continuing his place in Qualifier 1.  

The Road to Final

The winners of Qualifier 1 will advance to the Final of the IPL 2025. Meanwhile, the losers will now enter the Qualifier 2 clash, where they will face the Eliminator winners, Gujarat Titans vs Mumbai Indians on Friday (May 30) at Mullanpur. The Qualifier 2, which has been scheduled for Sunday evening (May 1) at Ahmedabad, will confirm the second finalists for the season. Ahmedabad will also host the IPL 2025 Final on Tuesday evening (May 3), where Qualifier 1 winners and Qualifier 2 winners will face each other to lift the trophy. Both RCB and PBKS are dreaming of their first IPL trophy, as RCB are the three-time IPL runners-up, while PBKS were the runners-up in the IPL 2014.