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IPL 2025 Update: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals – SRH Elects to Bowl First, Early Breakthroughs Shake DC
The latest from the high-stakes IPL 2025 clash between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) reveals that SRH won the toss and opted to field first.
The match is currently underway at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. Here are the latest developments as of around 7:30 PM IST on Monday, May 5, 2025:
Toss Decision
Sunrisers Hyderabad won the toss and chose to bowl first.
Early Blows for DC
SRH skipper Pat Cummins made an immediate impact, dismissing DC opener Karun Nair for a golden duck on the very first delivery. He followed it up by removing veteran Faf du Plessis shortly after.
DC's Struggles
Delhi Capitals are in deep trouble at 12/7 after just 3 overs, struggling to counter SRH’s pace-heavy attack.
Pitch Conditions
The pitch features red soil—dry, hard, and without grass. It’s expected to produce extra bounce and some turn as the game progresses. The average first innings score on this surface has been above 200 runs.
Team News
DC handed a debut to left-arm pacer T Natarajan, while SRH included Abhinav Manohar and Sachin Baby in their playing XI.
This is a developing story with more action to come. For real-time scores and detailed updates, follow trusted live score platforms.