The 32nd match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 saw a thrilling Super Over showdown between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on April 16 in Indian Cricket. Delhi Capitals edged past Rajasthan Royals in the Super Over to secure two vital points and climb to the top of the points table.
Match Summary: DC vs RR (Match 32)
RR skipper Sanju Samson won the toss and opted to bowl first. DC faced early hiccups with Jake Fraser-McGurk and Karun Nair falling cheaply. However, Abishek Poral led the charge with a steady 49 (5 fours, 1 six), supported by KL Rahul (38) and lower-order fireworks from Tristan Stubbs and Axar Patel, who both contributed 34. DC posted 188/5 in 20 overs. For RR, Jofra Archer stood out with figures of 2/32.
In reply, Yashasvi Jaiswal scored his second consecutive half-century, stitching a 61-run stand with Sanju Samson (31 retired hurt). Nitish Rana also made a fine 51, but the chase came down to the wire. Shimron Hetmyer (15*) and Dhruv Jurel (26) managed to level the scores at 188/4 in 20 overs, forcing a Super Over. RR batted first in the Super Over but could only muster 11 runs, losing two wickets via run-outs. In response, DC chased down the target with a boundary from KL Rahul and a six from Tristan Stubbs, sealing the win.
This win has given Delhi Capitals a major boost in confidence and a strong footing in the league. With their fifth win out of six games, they now sit at the top of the table with 10 points and a Net Run Rate (NRR) of +0.744. The middle order stepping up and finishing strong has made DC one of the most balanced sides in the tournament so far. Rajasthan Royals, on the other hand, despite being part of a close encounter, are struggling to find momentum this season. They now sit at 8th in the standings with just 4 points from 7 games and a negative NRR of -0.714, showing inconsistency in both batting and bowling departments. As the season progresses, they will need to bounce back quickly to stay in contention for playoffs.
IPL 2025 Points Table (After Match 32)
| Rank | Team | Matches | Wins | Points | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Delhi Capitals (DC) | 6 | 5 | 10 | +0.744 |
| 2 | Gujarat Titans (GT) | 6 | 4 | 8 | - |
| 3 | RCB | 6 | 4 | 8 | - |
| 8 | Rajasthan Royals (RR) | 7 | 2 | 4 | -0.714 |
IPL 2025: Orange Cap (Most Runs)
The top five in the Orange Cap race remained unchanged following the match. Nicholas Pooran continues to lead the chart with 357 runs. Sai Sudharsan and Mitchell Marsh hold the second and third spots, respectively, continuing their consistent performances. Shreyas Iyer and Virat Kohli are also close on their heels. KL Rahul’s 38-run contribution in this match pushed him to 7th place with 238 runs in 5 matches, showing he’s in fine form and could soon break into the top five. With the tournament heating up, the battle for the Orange Cap is becoming more intense with every passing game.
Top 5 Run-Scorers:
Nicholas Pooran (LSG) – 357 runs
Sai Sudharsan (GT) – 329 runs
Mitchell Marsh (LSG) – 295 runs
Shreyas Iyer (PBKS) – 250 runs
Virat Kohli (RCB) – 248 runs
IPL 2025: Purple Cap (Most Wickets)
Kuldeep Yadav picked up a crucial wicket in Match 32 and moved to the second position on the Purple Cap list with 11 wickets in just 6 games. Noor Ahmad of CSK continues to hold the top spot with 12 wickets. Khaleel Ahmed and Shardul Thakur also have 11 wickets each but took more games to reach the tally, placing them behind Kuldeep. Varun Chakravarthy rounds out the top five with 10 wickets. As the competition intensifies, bowlers will play a crucial role in determining their teams’ playoff hopes, and fans can look forward to some exciting performances from the league’s top wicket-takers.
Top 5 Wicket-Takers:
Noor Ahmad (CSK) – 12 wickets
Kuldeep Yadav (DC) – 11 wickets
Khaleel Ahmed (CSK) – 11 wickets
Shardul Thakur (LSG) – 11 wickets
Varun Chakravarthy – 10 wickets
Conclusion
Match 32 delivered yet another thrilling IPL 2025 contest, with Delhi Capitals emerging victorious in a Super Over and claiming the No. 1 spot in the standings. With both the Orange Cap and Purple Cap races heating up, fans can expect more excitement as the tournament progresses. As the league stage moves toward its midway mark, every game becomes crucial not only for the points table but also for individual brilliance, making this IPL season one of the most competitive and entertaining editions in recent memory.