Rain Washes Out SRH vs DC Clash, Ends Hyderabad’s Playoff Hopes
Match Summary:
Delhi Capitals – 133/7 (Stubbs 41*, Ashutosh 41, Cummins 3-19) vs Sunrisers Hyderabad – No Result
In a rain-affected game at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) watched their IPL 2025 playoff aspirations officially evaporate, as Delhi Capitals (DC) snatched a valuable point to stay alive in the top-four chase. Ongoing showers after DC’s innings made it impossible for SRH to pursue a paltry total of 134, with both teams left with opposing feelings.
Cummins’ Masterclass Trims DC to 133
SRH captain Pat Cummins set the tone from the front with a scintillating new-ball spell, taking advantage of a challenging Hyderabad pitch that provided uneven bounce and seam movement. Choosing to bowl first, Cummins had his first wicket with his very first ball, getting rid of Karun Nair with a delivery that straightened just enough to take the edge.
The Australian pacer wasn’t finished yet. He kept troubling DC’s top order, ending with 3 for 19 from his four overs. His victims were Shreyas Iyer and Rishabh Pant, both caught behind by stand-in keeper Ishan Kishan, who became the first wicketkeeper in IPL history to catch a complete top four in an innings.
With Harshal Patel and Jaydev Unadkat contributing, DC were reduced to 29/5 within eight overs. Unadkat’s wicket of KL Rahul was a classic case of the conditions—Rahul’s drive on a fuller ball had a slight edge, leaving DC in trouble.
Stubbs & Ashutosh Rescue DC from Collapse
Just when DC were looking like folding for an under-par score, Tristan Stubbs (41 off 36)* and Ashutosh Sharma (41 off 26) mounted an incredible comeback. They contributed 66 runs for the seventh wicket, with Ashutosh indulging in a dashing cameo, hitting three sixes during his 26-ball innings.
Stubbs, the anchor, helped DC reach the 130-run mark, providing their bowlers with something to defend. But rain came as soon as DC’s innings were over, leaving SRH with no chase.
Rain Stops Play, SRH Out of Playoff Contention
Even after several inspections, the wet outfield could not be dried in time, and the umpires had to abandon the match at 11:42 PM—just a few minutes before the deadline for a five-over chase.
The no-result means SRH can now reach a max of 13 points, which is short of qualifying since four teams are already on 14+. DC (13 points from 11 games), meanwhile, are still in the mix, dependent on good performances in their remaining matches for a playoff spot.
Key Takeaways:
✔ Pat Cummins’ 3-wicket explosion ruined DC’s top order.
✔ Stubbs & Ashutosh’s partnership averted DC’s embarrassment.
✔ Rain thwarted SRH of a chase, formally ending their playoff chances.
✔ DC picks up an important point, maintaining their top-four ambitions alive.
What’s Next?
With SRH eliminated, everyone will look at DC’s games remaining as they battle to qualify for the playoffs. Will they seize this lifeline, or will other teams close their campaign?
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