RCB won a high-voltage RCB vs DC IPL 2025 match against Delhi Capitals (DC) by six wickets, courtesy of a match-winning collaboration between Virat Kohli and Krunal Pandya. The Delhi franchise lost a critical fielding slip, particularly by Abhishek Porel, which swung the ball towards RCB’s direction.
Delhi Capitals Post 162 on Difficult Pitch
Batting first at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi Capitals could only muster 162/8 on a difficult surface that provided variable bounce and no pace. The top-order did not make the most of the powerplay, and though there were some sparks from Abhishek Porel and Tristan Stubbs, the total seemed a bit short of expectations.
RCB’s Shaky Start: 3 Down Early
Pursuing 163, RCB got off to a calamitous start, losing three wickets in the initial four overs. But the home crowd was left with a cause to cheer later as Virat Kohli and Krunal Pandya made a stunning turnaround.
Abhishek Porel’s Costly Drop Changes the Game
The RCB vs DC game turned in the 16th over. With the score at 125 and pressure growing, Krunal Pandya, who was batting so well, mistimed a lofted shot from Mitchell Starc, presenting an easy catch at deep mid-wicket. But Abhishek Porel’s fingers failed him, and he dropped a sitter that might have changed the game DC’s way.
Missed Run-Out Adds to the Misery
Even minutes later, Porel had a chance to redeem himself. A misunderstanding between Virat Kohli and Krunal Pandya left a run-out window open. Starc bellowed for a fast throw, but Abhishek Porel faltered and sent a late, wayward throw. Kohli, being sharp, made it to the non-striker’s end in safety.
Starc’s Frustration Boils Over
Angered by the dropped catch and poor fielding attempt, Mitchell Starc was seething. His furious tantrum at Abhishek Porel was front-page news, highlighting the importance of that moment in the context of the game.
Kohli and Krunal’s Partnership Seals the Win
Kohli and Krunal were not at all bothered by the early collapse and put on a fine display with a fantastic 119-run stand off 84 balls by showing class, composure, and wise shot selection,n and steadied the ship. Together, they took RCB from 26/3 to a nice win, hitting the winning runs in 18.3 overs.
Historic Win for RCB in IPL 2025
With a six-wicket win, RCB not only climbed to the top of the points table in IPL 2025 but also made history by being the first IPL team to win six away matches in a row. The Kohli-Krunal showdown made for a memorable match, and for Delhi, the missed chances, particularly by Abhishek Porel, will always be recalled as the pivotal moments.
Fielding Errors Cost DC the Match
It came down to fine margins in a very close RCB vs DC game. Kohli and Krunal batted brilliantly, while a dropped catch and missed run-out from Abhishek Porel opened the door for RCB to execute a dramatic revival. Delhi will need to regroup soon to keep their playoff hopes alive, especially in their ability to field the ball. They cannot afford to give away those fine margins.
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