Delhi Capitals’ pacer Mukesh Kumar produced a vital breakthrough just when the Lucknow Super Giants were threatening to run away with the game in their IPL 2025 clash at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. Despite a blistering start from LSG openers Mitchell Marsh (45) and Aiden Markram (52), who stitched a fluent 87-run stand, Mukesh’s timely intervention brought Delhi right back into the contest.
After being asked to bat first, LSG looked dominant early on. Marsh and Markram found boundaries at will, taking full advantage of the powerplay and setting the tone with their aggressive strokeplay. In a surprising move, LSG promoted Abdul Samad up the order, clearly hoping to ride the momentum and push the total further. However, that gamble didn’t pay off—thanks to Mukesh Kumar.
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Bowling the 14th over of the innings, Mukesh struck on just his second delivery. He bowled a sharp back-of-a-length delivery that gripped off the surface and cramped Samad for room. The batter attempted a flat-batted shot but only managed to mistime it straight back to the bowler. Mukesh made no mistake, completing a composed return catch and sending Samad back for just 2.
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The dismissal not only stalled LSG’s momentum but also sparked a fiery reaction from Mukesh. The usually calm pacer celebrated with a pointed gesture toward the dugout, indicating Samad’s walk back to the pavilion—a moment that instantly went viral.
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Mukesh’s ability to strike at key moments has been a growing asset for DC this season. His knack for delivering breakthroughs under pressure makes him a bowler to watch as the tournament progresses. For Delhi, that wicket was more than just a dismissal—it was a momentum-changer, perfectly timed in the middle overs.
