In a dramatic turn of events during the IPL 2025 clash between Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, KL Rahul became the centre of a costly mix-up that led to his run-out and shifted momentum in favour of KKR. The incident occurred on the third ball of the 7th over when Faf du Plessis flicked the ball towards short fine-leg.
At the non-striker’s end, KL Rahul immediately called for a run and charged down the pitch. However, what followed was a moment of hesitation and a surprising lack of urgency. KL Rahul, despite committing to the single, didn’t dive at the crease and was caught short of his ground by the narrowest of margins.
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Replays confirmed that his speed between the wickets was below par, raising eyebrows and drawing flak from fans across social media. The run-out couldn’t have come at a worse time for DC, who were building a partnership and hoping to control the middle overs.
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With KL Rahul’s untimely exit, Delhi Capitals slipped to 60/3 and were forced to reassess their approach mid-chase. Faf du Plessis tried to anchor the innings with a composed 62 off 45 balls, but his dismissal in the 16th over left DC at 146/6, still well behind the target with the lower order under pressure.
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KKR’s fielding, sharp and alert throughout the match, has played a key role in their dominance. The run-out of KL Rahul proved to be a turning point, putting Delhi on the back foot. As the chase progressed, the lack of partnerships and lapses in running between the wickets only added to DC’s woes. Unless someone steps up in the final overs, KL Rahul’s mistake might be remembered as the defining moment of the match.
