The Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on April 27, 2025, witnessed an intense moment when RCB's star bowler Josh Hazlewood struck a crucial blow for his team. Delhi Capitals' skipper Axar Patel was clean bowled for 15 runs off 13 balls, and the wicket sparked a pumped-up reaction from RCB's batting stalwart Virat Kohli.
Hazlewood's bowling prowess was on full display as he delivered a precise length ball that left Patel with no chance. Hazlewood sent Patel back to the pavilion, giving RCB a significant breakthrough in the match.
As Hazlewood celebrated the wicket, Kohli's enthusiasm was palpable. He gave a pumped-up reaction, showcasing his passion for the game and his desire for RCB's success. Kohli's body language spoke volumes about his commitment to the team, and his reaction was a testament to the high stakes of the IPL match.
Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru: A Thrilling Encounter at Arun Jaitley Stadium
Delhi Capitals dragged themselves to 162/8 in their allotted 20 overs in the IPL 2025 game against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on what was a slow-paced surface at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. KL Rahul, who had struck an unbeaten 93 against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) earlier in the tournament, struggled to get away. It was the final flourish from Tristan Stubbs that propelled the Capitals to what could be a winning total.
Although Abhishek Porel started the innings with a boundary and the opening partnership was a decent one but the Royal Challengers applied the squeeze in the middle overs. Krunal Pandya and Suyash Sharma were outstanding in applying the squeeze to keep the ball away from a set KL Rahul. Josh Hazlewood, who led a heroic recovery for RCB against the Rajasthan Royals, was equally sensational, dismissing Abhishek Porel and Axar Patel.
It was after KL Rahul's 41 off 39 deliveries, laced with three boundaries when Stubbs got into his work. The South African batter played some audacious shots, plundering a 15-ball 34 to give the home side a much-required impetus.
