IPL 2025: Rain Ends SRH Playoff Dreams

By Sushant Agarwal

Published on | May 06, 2025

Match Abandoned, SRH Knocked Out

The SRH vs DC match was abandoned due to heavy rain after the first innings. SRH earned just one point and were eliminated from playoff contention.

Cummins Leads Bowling Onslaught

Pat Cummins dismantled Delhi's top order with a fiery 3-wicket spell, removing Karun Nair, Faf du Plessis, and Abhishek Porel in quick succession.

Delhi Collapse to 29/5

Delhi Capitals were in complete disarray at 29 for 5 in just 7.1 overs, with poor shot selection adding to their downfall under pressure.

Support Cast Steps Up for SRH

Harshal Patel and Jaydev Unadkat added to DC's misery, picking up key wickets including Axar Patel and the in-form KL Rahul.

Stubbs and Ashutosh Stage Recovery

Tristan Stubbs (41*) and Ashutosh Sharma (41) shared a crucial 66-run stand to rescue DC and push the total past 130.

Big Hits Light Up Innings

Ashutosh hit two sixes in a single over off Zeeshan Ansari, injecting momentum into a struggling DC innings in the 15th over.

SRH Restrict DC to 133/7

Despite the late fightback, Delhi Capitals could only manage 133/7 in 20 overs, giving SRH a real chance before rain interrupted.

Rain Ruins the Chase

As SRH prepared to chase, relentless rain created puddles on the outfield. Officials finally called off the game at 11:10 PM local time.

One Point Each, But Different Fates

With the match abandoned, both teams shared a point. DC moved to 13 points & stayed in playoff contention, while SRH ended at 7 & were officially out.

End of the Road for SRH

After a strong 2024 season, SRH's 2025 campaign fizzled out with only 7 points from 11 matches. They now play for pride.

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