IPL 2025 Points Table Update: SRH Eliminated After Rain-Hit DC Match, Capitals Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

Match Summary and Rain Interruption

In a crucial Indian Premier League 2025 encounter at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium, Sunrisers Hyderabad’s playoff aspirations came to a disappointing end as their match against Delhi Capitals was abandoned due to heavy rain after the first innings. The weather intervention came at a critical juncture, with SRH’s pace attack, led by Pat Cummins, having restricted DC to a modest 133/7.

Delhi Capitals’ Innings Analysis

The Delhi Capitals’ innings was a tale of two contrasting phases. The initial collapse saw them reeling at 29/5 in 7.1 overs, primarily due to Pat Cummins’ exceptional bowling display. However, a resilient partnership between Tristan Stubbs (41* off 36) and impact player Ashutosh Sharma (41 off 26) helped DC recover to a respectable total.

Playoff Implications and Points Table

The abandoned match has significant implications for both teams in the IPL 2025 playoff race. While Sunrisers Hyderabad’s elimination was confirmed with just seven points from 11 matches, Delhi Capitals maintained their playoff hopes with 13 points from 11 games. The situation has become particularly interesting with Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals already out of contention.

Key Performances and Highlights

Pat Cummins led the SRH bowling attack with a masterful display of pace bowling. His victims included Karun Nair (first-ball dismissal), Faf du Plessis, and Abhishek Porel. The support cast of Harshal Patel and Jaydev Unadkat also contributed significantly, dismissing Axar Patel and KL Rahul respectively.

The match’s premature end due to rain and the resulting outfield conditions led to its abandonment at 11:10 PM local time. While this spelled the end of SRH’s playoff hopes, it kept Delhi Capitals in contention for a top-four finish, adding another layer of intrigue to the final stages of IPL 2025’s league phase.