Nicholas Pooran’s Fireworks Light Up Visakhapatnam as LSG Crushes Delhi Capitals
Nicholas Pooran launched a blistering assault on Delhi Capitals in Lucknow Super Giants’ Indian Premier League 2025 opener, hammering a sensational 75 off 30 balls, filled with seven towering sixes and six crisp boundaries. His show of brute power stunned the crowd at the ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam, setting the tone for LSG’s campaign.
The standout moment came in the 13th over, bowled by DC’s part-timer Tristan Stubbs. After a dot ball, Pooran unleashed carnage:
0 6 6 6 6 4 — 28 runs in one over, leaving Stubbs shell-shocked and Delhi reeling.
Key Highlights:
Mitchell Marsh and Pooran’s Explosive Stand
Pooran’s fireworks were built on a solid foundation laid by Mitchell Marsh, who smashed 72 off just 36 balls, including six fours and six sixes. The duo stitched a scorching 87-run partnership in just seven overs, completely dismantling Delhi’s bowling attack.
Their efforts pushed Lucknow Super Giants to a daunting total of 209 for 8, after DC skipper Axar Patel opted to field first.
Starc’s Late Blow Too Late
In a rare moment of success for Delhi, Mitchell Starc managed to bowl Pooran with a reverse-swing delivery. But by then, the damage had already been done. Pooran had already crushed Delhi’s morale and put the match out of reach.
The left-hander’s innings drew loud cheers from the Visakhapatnam crowd, showcasing his reputation as one of the cleanest strikers in the IPL. His controlled aggression and power-hitting prowess may go down as one of the best knocks of IPL 2025.
DC’s Bowling Woes Exposed
Delhi Capitals were left with a steep chase and little momentum. Stubbs’ over will be remembered for the wrong reasons, and the team’s bowling depth will need urgent recalibration. While Starc showed glimpses of brilliance, others failed to contain the LSG top-order explosion.
With this emphatic performance, Nicholas Pooran has sent a strong message to the league. His devastating 75 has not only earned LSG their opening win but also stamped him as one of the most dangerous batters of the season. For Mitchell Starc and Delhi Capitals, it’s back to the drawing board as they look to bounce back from an early blow.
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