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On May 8, at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala, the 58th Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 match between the Delhi Capitals (DC) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) was abandoned due to a technical problem. According to tournament regulations, the abandonment of the match resulted to receive one point by each team, as both teams were desperate for vital points in the race of IPL.
After winning the toss, Punjab Kings decided to bat first to begin the match. The team's courage is further increased by Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh's impressive start. They put together a 122-run partnership for the first wicket in just 10.1 overs which give a huge total to PBKS.
Youngster Priyansh Arya was the standout performer throughout the season. With a strike rate of more than 200, he struck five fours and six sixes while smashing 70 runs off 34 balls. On the other end, Prabhsimran Singh also played a solid hand, remaining unbeaten on 50 off 28 balls, including 7 boundaries.
They put together a 122-run partnership in just 10.1 overs, giving PBKS a huge total. Unfortunately, a power interruption halted the game during the eleventh over because stadium's floodlights are switched off.
Punjab Kings (PBKS) – 122/1 in 10.1 overs
Priyansh Arya – 70 (34 balls, 5 fours, 6 sixes)
Prabhsimran Singh – 50* (28 balls, 7 fours)
Fall of wicket – 122/1 (Arya, 10.1 overs, b Natarajan)
Extras – 2 (1 wide, 1 no-ball)
Delhi Capitals (DC) – Did not bat.
Priyansh Arya: He demonstrated his big-match attitude and creativity with his outstanding 70 runs. The youthful batter is still one of the best performaer of the IPL 2025.
Prabhsimran Singh: A steady and attacking innings, maintaining PBKS's stronghold at the crease.
T Natarajan: The only wicket-taker before the match was halted, dismissing Arya with a well-directed delivery.
A technical issue that affected the floodlights and resulted in a stadium-wide darkness led the game to be stopped and ultimately abandoned. Despite backup generators, full lighting could not be restored in time, and after a lengthy delay, officials decided to end the match prematurely, with PBKS at 122/1 in 10.1 overs.
Both teams received one point each, which could have a major impact on the final league standings. PBKS, who have been inconsistent this season, would have hoped for a win to climb closer to the playoff zone. DC, who are competing for a place in the top four as well, will regret not pursuing an updated goal.
The next IPL 2025 fixture sees Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the 59th match of the season on May 9 at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. With the tournament nearing its business end, every game will be crucial for teams eyeing qualification to the playoffs.
