In a match that quickly turned into a nightmare for Delhi Capitals, star batter KL Rahul’s dismissal highlighted their batting collapse against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Match 55 of IPL 2025 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on May 5. After being rocked early by the Sunrisers’ pace attack, DC found themselves in deep trouble at 29/5, and Rahul’s exit was the final blow to their top-order hopes.
Coming in as early as the third over following Karun Nair’s golden duck and Faf du Plessis’ quick departure, Rahul was expected to steady the innings. However, the experienced right-hander couldn’t anchor the side as expected.
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In the eighth over, with pressure mounting, left-arm seamer Jaydev Unadkat delivered a crucial blow. Operating from around the wicket, he bowled a full delivery that angled into the off-stump and then straightened just enough. Rahul, looking to drive on the rise, found himself stuck in the crease, and the ball caught the edge of his bat.
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What followed was a moment of brilliance behind the stumps. Ishan Kishan, known more for his batting exploits, showed sharp reflexes as he dived low and to his right to pouch a stunning catch. It was a low, fast-moving edge, and Kishan’s safe hands made sure Rahul had to make the long walk back for 10 runs off 14 balls, including just a solitary boundary.
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Earlier, Delhi had suffered a double blow when skipper Pat Cummins removed both openers. Karun Nair’s string of poor scores continued with a first-ball dismissal, while Faf fell shortly after. Rahul’s wicket only worsened DC’s woes, with the middle order exposed and crumbling under pressure.
It was a big moment in the match, and Kishan’s sharp catch ensured SRH maintained complete control over the contest.
