Who Is Delhi’s New ‘Dabang’ in IPL 2025..

Delhi : Capitals made a spectacular start to their IPL 2025 campaign with a nail-biting one-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), thanks to an explosive unbeaten knock of 66 runs by Ashutosh Sharma. The young batsman played a match-winning innings under immense pressure, showcasing his aggressive batting style and fearless approach. His performance not only helped Delhi snatch victory from the jaws of defeat but also announced his arrival as a potential star in this year’s tournament.

The match, held at a packed stadium, saw LSG posting a competitive total after their top and middle order delivered steady contributions. Despite early breakthroughs from Delhi’s bowling unit, Nicholas Pooran and Marcus Stoinis steadied the innings with crucial partnerships. Lucknow managed to put up a challenging score, putting pressure on Delhi’s batting lineup right from the start.

In response, Delhi Capitals had a shaky start as they lost early wickets to LSG’s fiery bowling attack. Skipper Rishabh Pant, making a much-anticipated comeback, played a brief but impactful knock before falling to Ravi Bishnoi. Just when it seemed Lucknow had the upper hand, Ashutosh Sharma stepped in and turned the game on its head. The young batter played a fearless brand of cricket, smashing boundaries at will and keeping Delhi in the hunt. His calculated aggression against pacers and spinners alike proved to be the game-changer.

As the match neared its conclusion, the pressure intensified with Delhi needing crucial runs in the final overs. With just one wicket remaining, Ashutosh held his nerve, delivering the winning shot and ensuring a thrilling start to Delhi’s IPL 2025 journey. His unbeaten 66-run knock not only earned him the Player of the Match award but also positioned him as a promising match-winner for Delhi this season.

The electrifying contest left fans on the edge of their seats, setting the tone for what promises to be an action-packed IPL 2025. With such an impactful performance in his first game, Ashutosh Sharma has undoubtedly emerged as a new ‘Dabang’ for Delhi Capitals. The cricketing world will be eagerly watching how he continues to perform in the upcoming matches.