Central Delhi Kings Dominate with 9-Wicket Triumph in DPL 2025

The Central Delhi Kings asserted their dominance with an emphatic 9-wicket victory over the New Delhi Tigers in the second season of the Delhi Premier League (DPL 2025) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Chasing a modest target of 125, openers Yash Dhull and Siddharth Joon drove the Kings' charge with a rapid 57-run partnership in just 4.4 overs. Joon captivated the fans with a fiery innings of 45 runs from 24 balls before his dismissal.

Following Joon's departure, Dhull continued to maintain composure, collaborating with Yugal Saini to ensure the team crossed the target comfortably. Dhull's unbeaten half-century underscored his growing reputation as a steadfast top-order player this season. Earlier, the Kings' bowlers laid the groundwork for their triumph by restricting the Tigers to a paltry 124/9, courtesy of Gavinsh Khurana's incisive spell of 3/20, supported by Money Grewal and Simarjeet Singh, each claiming two wickets.

This win consolidates the Central Delhi Kings' stature as a formidable contingent in DPL 2025, with cohesive performances in both batting and bowling. The day also saw an exciting game where West Delhi Lions achieved a thrilling comeback against the East Delhi Riders, successfully chasing a formidable 209-run target. Krish Yadav's explosive 62 set the stage, while Ayush Doseja's unbeaten 84 sealed a remarkable victory for the Lions.

(With inputs from agencies.)