Kkr vs dc highlights match

 In a thrilling IPL 2025 encounter on April 29 at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) edged out Delhi Capitals (DC) by 14 runs in a high-stakes clash that kept KKR’s playoff hopes alive. KKR, batting first after DC won the toss, posted a competitive 204/9 in 20 overs, driven by a fiery top-order performance and late resilience. DC’s chase, despite a spirited effort from Faf du Plessis and Axar Patel, faltered under pressure from KKR’s spinners, particularly Sunil Narine, who turned the game with a match-defining three-wicket haul.

KKR’s innings began explosively, with the top order capitalizing on DC’s bowling inconsistencies. Openers set a brisk pace, racing to 111/3 by the ninth over, with a notable 106-meter six highlighting their aggressive intent. However, DC’s bowlers, led by disciplined spells from Kuldeep Yadav (2/41) and Harshal Patel (2/40), triggered a middle-order collapse, reducing KKR to 204/9. Rinku Singh’s quickfire 36 and Angkrish Raghuvanshi’s cameo provided crucial momentum, while Andre Russell’s 62 off 28 balls added firepower. DC’s fielding, marked by a stunning catch, and a rare run-out review in the final over kept KKR’s total within reach.

DC’s chase of 205 started steadily, with Prithvi Shaw (99 off 55) and Faf du Plessis (62 off 45) forging a solid foundation. Axar Patel’s fluent strokeplay kept DC in contention, but Faf’s cautious approach after a strong start drew criticism for slowing the momentum. At 111/3, DC appeared poised, but Narine’s introduction changed the game’s complexion. The stand-in skipper struck in quick succession, dismissing Axar and Tristan Stubbs in a single over, followed by Faf’s scalp, finishing with figures of 3/16. Varun Chakravarthy (3/16) and Vaibhav Arora (2/29) complemented Narine, exploiting the turning track to choke DC’s scoring rate. Despite a late fightback from Vipraj, DC finished at 190, falling short by 14 runs.

Narine’s triple strike earned him the Player of the Match award, with his ability to outfox DC’s key batters proving decisive. KKR’s spinners collectively took 10 wickets, underlining their dominance on a spin-friendly pitch. DC’s bowlers, while effective in patches, struggled to contain KKR’s aggressive batting early on, and their decision to bat second on a tacky surface was questioned. Shreyas Iyer, KKR’s captain, praised Narine’s composure and the team’s balanced effort, while Rishabh Pant lamented DC’s inability to capitalize on their batting depth.

This victory propelled KKR clear of the bottom three, strengthening their playoff contention, while DC’s third defeat in four home games dented their campaign. The match showcased KKR’s spin prowess and DC’s resilience, setting the stage for an intense IPL 2025 playoff race. Fans were treated to a spectacle of power-hitting, tactical bowling, and dramatic momentum shifts, making it a memorable chapter in the DC-KKR rivalry.