The IPL 2025 season witnessed another captivating game as Mitchell Starc put on a show for the ages, leading Delhi Capitals to a commanding victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad. Starc was the star performer, achieving his first IPL five-wicket haul with figures of 5/35. He played a crucial role in dismantling the SRH batting lineup, restricting them to just 163 runs in 19 overs.

Kuldeep Yadav lent excellent support with an equally impressive 3 for 22. The turning point of the match began when SRH, after losing early wickets, seemed to stabilize with a 77-run partnership between Aniket Verma and Heinrich Klaasen. However, Kuldeep managed to break the partnership by dismissing Klaasen for 32, while Verma's gritty unbeaten 74 stood as the sole resistance for SRH.

Starc's victims included the likes of Travis Head, who fell for 22, marking the sixth time Starc has dismissed him in T20 cricket. As wickets tumbled, SRH faced a collapse from 77/4 to their eventual score, underscoring the effectiveness of Delhi’s bowling strategy. Starc later humorously addressed his dominance over Head, joking about how Head might look to avoid him in future encounters.

Delhi's Authoritative Chase

Chasing a target of 164, Delhi Capitals got off to a solid start thanks to openers Jake Fraser-McGurk and Faf du Plessis. The duo laid a strong foundation with Fraser-McGurk making a steady 38 before losing his wicket. However, it was Faf du Plessis who provided the innings' anchoring role with his composed 50. Even as Zeeshan Ansari attempted to disrupt DC's chase with a couple of quick dismissals, the target proved too modest for Delhi. The chase was completed with ease in 16 overs, culminating in a 7-wicket victory.

This win not only added valuable points for Delhi Capitals but also solidified their position in the top two of the IPL 2025 standings. Starc emphasized the importance of adapting to the dynamic T20 format, highlighting the teamwork and innovation that played a role in their win.