In a thrilling encounter on April 29, 2025, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) emerged victorious over the Delhi Capitals (DC) by 14 runs in the 48th match of the IPL season. Batting first, KKR set a challenging total of 204 runs for the loss of 9 wickets in their allotted 20 overs.

The standout performance for KKR came from Angkrish Raghuvanshi, who top-scored with a valiant 44 runs off 39 balls. His innings was well-supported by Sunil Narine and Rinku Singh, who contributed 27 and 36 runs respectively. Despite an initial run of wickets, KKR’s lower order provided the stability needed to post a formidable score. Delhi's bowlers struggled to contain KKR's batting onslaught, with Mitchell Starc leading the way with 3 wickets for 43 runs in 4 overs.

In response, Delhi Capitals started their innings cautiously but failed to maintain the momentum. Despite a mature knock of 26 runs from Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ajinkya Rahane's 26, it was Angkrish Raghuvanshi's KKR who dictated the pace. The Capitals lost wickets at regular intervals, resulting in them finishing their innings at 190 runs for the loss of 9 wickets.

Mitchell Starc once again proved his mettle in the bowling department with the ball, delivering a notable performance that included three crucial wickets. Meanwhile, KKR's Sunil Narine and Vipraj Nigam also made significant contributions with the ball, taking 3 and 2 wickets respectively, which ultimately sealed the match in KKR's favor.

Overall, this match showcased KKR's well-rounded performance, as both their batting and bowling units fired in unison, allowing them to secure a solid win against the Delhi Capitals and keep their playoff hopes alive in the fiercely competitive tournament.