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Ashutosh Sharma's Heroics Secure Thrilling Win for Delhi Capitals

Delhi Capitals overcame a dire start to chase 210 against Lucknow Super Giants, with Ashutosh Sharma's unbeaten 66 off 31 balls sealing a dramatic one-wicket victory.

  • Ashutosh Sharma smashed an unbeaten 66 off 31 balls, including a match-winning six, to lead Delhi Capitals to a one-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants.
  • Delhi Capitals recovered from 65/5, with a crucial 55-run partnership between Ashutosh Sharma and debutant Vipraj Nigam (39 off 15 balls) reigniting the chase.
  • Lucknow Super Giants posted 209/8, driven by explosive knocks from Nicholas Pooran (75 off 30) and Mitchell Marsh (72 off 36), but suffered a late-innings collapse.
  • Delhi's bowlers, led by Mitchell Starc (3/42) and Kuldeep Yadav (2/20), restricted Lucknow to just 49 runs in the final seven overs, setting up the comeback.
  • Lucknow captain Rishabh Pant faced criticism for his performance, including a six-ball duck and missed stumping, as questions arose about his leadership debut.
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