Rain Threatens IPL Clash Between SRH and DC at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium

Rain Disrupts Crucial IPL Match

The anticipated match between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium is at risk due to rain. Batting first, Delhi Capitals could only post a modest score of 133 runs. Unfortunately, rain intervened during the break after the first innings, putting the match in jeopardy of being called off. This game is vital for both teams as they vie for a spot in the IPL 2025 playoffs, and even a single point could significantly impact their chances.

Implications of a Washout

Should the match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals be abandoned due to rain, both teams will earn one point each. This outcome would eliminate Sunrisers Hyderabad from contention for the IPL 2025 playoffs. Even if they win all their remaining matches, a washout would leave them with a maximum of 13 points, insufficient for qualification as four teams have already secured 14 or more points.

For Delhi Capitals, gaining this point would elevate them to 13 points from 11 matches. If they win their last three games, they could reach a total of 19 points, ensuring their playoff berth. Even 17 points might suffice, depending on the results of other matches.

Delhi Capitals' Struggles Before Rain

Before the rain interruption, the match was firmly in favor of Sunrisers Hyderabad, who limited Delhi Capitals to a score of 133/7. Pat Cummins played a pivotal role with the ball, claiming key wickets of Karun Nair, Abishek Porel, and Faf du Plessis during the powerplay. At one stage, Delhi Capitals found themselves in dire straits at 29-5, with their top order faltering. However, a resilient effort from Tristan Stubbs (41*) and Ashutosh Sharma (41) helped them reach a total of 133 runs, losing seven wickets.

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