DPL 2025 : Full match highlights and top performers—Eliminator
West Delhi Lions stormed into the Qualifier as skipper Nitish Rana’s explosive 134 off 55 balls powered them to a commanding 7-wicket win over South Delhi Superstarz in the Eliminator.

Match Details
- Match: West Delhi Lions vs South Delhi Superstarz, Eliminator, Delhi Premier League 2025
- Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
- Date: Friday, 29 August 2025
- Toss: West Delhi Lions won the toss and opted to bowl
- Result: West Delhi Lions won by 7 wickets
Match Summary
West Delhi Lions powered into the Qualifier with a convincing 7-wicket victory over South Delhi Superstarz. After batting first, SDS managed to post a strong 201/5 in their 20 overs. This large score was built largely by Anmol Sharma (55), Kunwar Bidhuri (65), and captain Tejasvi Dahiya (60), as well as a swift 48 runs from Sumit Mathur off of 26 balls. Hrithik Shokeen (2/28) was the only bowler for WDL who really stood out.
In reply, West Delhi Lions produced a scintillating chase led by captain Nitish Rana, who scored an insane unbeaten 134 off of 55 balls. In support, WDL captain Nitish Rana was quickly supported by Mayank Gusain 15* and Krish Yadav 31 runs as West Delhi Lions chased down 202 runs in just 17.1 overs with a 7-wicket victory.
South Delhi Superstarz Innings 201/5 - 20 Overs
It was a good start for SDS, as Anmol Sharma and Kunwar Bidhuri provided a good platform. It was capped off when Captain Tejasvi Dahiya really accelerated with a furious 60, and Sumit Mathur's 48* off of 26 bolstered the total far beyond expectations.
Batting Highlights:
- Anmol Sharma - 55 (39)
- Kunwar Bidhuri - 65 (54)
- Tejasvi Dahiya - 60 (33)
- Sumit Mathur - 48* (26)
Bowling Highlights (WDL):
- Hrithik Shokeen - 2/28 (4 overs)
- Anirudh Chowdhary - 1/50 (3 overs)
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West Delhi Lions Innings – 202/3 (17.1 Overs)
Set to win 202, the West Delhi Lions suffered some early wickets, but captain Nitish Rana made this game a one-man show. His brutal 134* off 55 balls had an eye-popping 13 fours and 8 sixes; it blew apart the SDS bowlers. Krish Yadav had a handy 31 and Mayank Gusain 15* to support him on his way to the win with 17 balls to spare.
Batting Highlights:
- Nitish Rana – 134* (55)
- Krish Yadav – 31 (22)
- Ankit Kumar – 4 (3)
Bowling Highlights (SDS):
- Sumit Kumar Beniwal – 2/32 (4 overs)
- Aman Bharti – 1/48 (4 overs)
Match Summary Table
Team | Score | Overs | Result |
---|---|---|---|
South Delhi Superstarz | 201/5 | 20.0 | Lost by 7 wickets |
West Delhi Lions | 202/3 | 17.1 | Won by 7 wickets |
Top Performers
- Player of the Match: Nitish Rana – 134* (55)
- Best Batter: Nitish Rana – 134* (55)
- Best Bowler: Hrithik Shokeen – 2/28 (4 overs)
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