Key Highlights:
DC vs RCB: RCB Win by 6 Wickets in Stunning Run Chase – Kohli, Krunal Star in IPL 2025
In a high-intensity encounter at Arun Jaitley Stadium on April 27, Royal Challengers Bengaluru outshined Delhi Capitals in the DC vs RCB clash, securing a clinical 6-wicket win. A strong top-order performance, spearheaded by Virat Kohli and Krunal Pandya, helped RCB chase down a target of 163 with ease.
RCB’s Confident Chase Anchored by Krunal and Kohli
Chasing 163, RCB lost an early wicket but stabilized through the class of Virat Kohli (51 off 38) and the attacking flair of Krunal Pandya. Pandya, promoted up the order, played a mature and aggressive knock of 73* off 47 balls, ensuring there were no late hiccups.
Their 98-run partnership turned the match in RCB’s favor, with the chase completed in just 18.3 overs.
DC Struggles Despite Decent Start
Delhi Capitals, put in to bat first, began steadily but failed to accelerate in the final overs. They posted 162/8, with no batter crossing the fifty mark. RCB’s bowlers, especially Bhuvneshwar Kumar, applied the brakes effectively in the death overs.
Kumar’s figures of 3/22 made a crucial impact, dismissing key middle-order players and preventing a late flourish.
Key Highlights – DC vs RCB
- Krunal Pandya (RCB): 73* off 47 balls
- Virat Kohli (RCB): 51 off 38 balls
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar (RCB): 3/22 in 4 overs
- Abishek Porel (DC): 36 off 24 balls
- Kuldeep Yadav (DC): 2/28 in 4 overs
What This Means for You
This win propels RCB higher up the IPL 2025 table and reaffirms their reputation as consistent chasers. For fans and fantasy players, Krunal Pandya emerged as a valuable wildcard pick.
The Bigger Picture
RCB’s balanced performance shows their depth across departments, with both experience and strategy on display. For Delhi, the loss puts pressure on their remaining matches as they fight to stay in the playoff race.
With the IPL entering a critical phase, each win becomes more vital—and RCB just delivered a statement.
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