The 55th match of IPL 2025, scheduled to be played at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, was abandoned due to inclement weather, leaving cricket fans disappointed. The crucial match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals was called off because of rain.
SRH vs DC: Sunrisers Hyderabad's (SRH) playoff hopes in IPL 2025 were dashed by rain. The 55th match of the tournament, between SRH and Delhi Capitals (DC), was abandoned due to persistent rain. Delhi, batting first, had posted 133/7 in 20 overs, considered a low score against SRH's b batting lineup.
However, rain prevented the match from being completed, and it was ultimately declared a no-result, with both teams awarded one point each. Following this result, Delhi has 13 points from 11 matches and remains in contention for the playoffs, while Hyderabad, with only 7 points, is eliminated from playoff contention, languishing in 8th place.
Match Summary: Delhi's Innings and the Rain Interruption
Sunrisers Hyderabad won the toss and opted to bowl first, a decision vindicated by captain Pat Cummins' incisive bowling. Delhi Capitals had a disastrous start, their top order collapsing completely. Batsmen like Karun Nair, Faf du Plessis, and Abhishek Porel failed to make significant contributions. Half the team was back in the pavilion at just 62 runs.
Captain Axar Patel also failed to deliver a substantial innings, leaving Delhi in a precarious position. However, a brilliant partnership between Tristan Stubbs and Ashutosh Sharma steered the team to a respectable score. Both contributed crucial 41-run knocks, taking Delhi to 133 runs. This score seemed small against SRH's b batting lineup, but then the weather intervened.
Rain Dashes SRH's Final Hopes
Just as SRH was about to begin their innings after Delhi's dismissal, heavy rain engulfed the ground. The persistent rain forced the umpires to abandon the match, resulting in a 1-1 points share for both teams.
The abandonment caused the greatest loss to SRH. With this result, SRH has only 7 points from 11 matches and can now acquire a maximum of 13 points. Since at least 14-15 points are needed to reach the playoffs, SRH's IPL 2025 journey has come to an end.
Setback for Delhi, but Hopes Remain
Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals now have 13 points from 11 matches. To reach the playoffs, they must win their remaining three matches. If Delhi wins all three, they could reach 19 points, potentially placing them in the top 4. However, net run rate will also play a crucial role. The IPL 2025 playoff race has become incredibly exciting. RCB, with 16 points, is in the best position, while Punjab Kings (15 points), Mumbai Indians, and Gujarat Titans (14-14 points) are also b contenders.
Delhi Capitals (13 points), KKR (11 points), and Lucknow Super Giants (10 points) must now win every match. For SRH, the remaining league stage matches are now mere formalities. The team will aim to win the remaining matches and end the tournament with some dignity.
