In a thrilling moment from the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 match between Delhi Capitals and Lucknow Super Giants, Mitchell Starc bowled a magnificent ball to clean bowled Nicholas Pooran at the ACA International Cricket Stadium in Visakhapatnam on 24th March 2025.
Starc, known for his ability to deliver pinpoint accurate balls, did just that to dismiss Pooran. The Australian pacer bowled a lightning-fast delivery that swung in late, catching Pooran off guard. The ball crashed onto the stumps, sending the Caribbean batsman back to the pavilion.
Pooran had been in scintillating form, scoring a blistering 75 runs off just 30 balls. His innings was studded with powerful hits and innovative strokes, leaving the Delhi Capitals’ bowlers searching for answers. Pooran smashed 6 boundaries and 7 sixes in his fiery knock of 75 runs.
Mitchell Starc’s ball was a game-changing moment for DC
Mitchell Starc’s dismissal of Nicholas Pooran was a game-changing moment in the match. It not only sent a shockwave through the LSG camp but also gave Delhi Capitals a much-needed boost. The Australian fast bowler’s ability to pick up crucial wickets has been a hallmark of his career, and this delivery was another example of his skill and precision.
With Pooran’s dismissal, Delhi Capitals’ hopes of restricting LSG’s total were revived. The team’s bowlers, led by Starc, will look to build on this momentum and limit LSG’s scoring in the remaining overs. As the match unfolds, one thing is certain – Mitchell Starc’s magical delivery will be remembered as one of the highlights of the IPL 2025 season.
Currently LSG are 178/6 at the end of 17 overs with Shahbaz Ahmed and David Miller in the middle.
