In the rain-affected IPL 2025 match between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Delhi Capitals (DC) at Dharamsala, PBKS openers Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya showcased their batting prowess. Despite the match being curtailed to just 10.1 overs, both batsmen made significant strides towards the coveted Orange Cap.
The dynamic duo assembled a solid 122-run partnership, with Arya departing for a brisk 70 off 34 deliveries. The match was abandoned soon after, but not before Prabhsimran secured an unbeaten 50 off 28 balls. Their performances elevated them to sixth and eighth positions on the Orange Cap table respectively, just outside the top five which includes the likes of Suryakumar Yadav (510 runs) and Virat Kohli (505 runs).
Meanwhile, left-arm wrist spinner Noor Ahmad from CSK claimed his second four-wicket haul, featuring prominently in the Purple Cap race. Both he and GT’s Prasidh Krishna stand at 20 wickets apiece, though Prasidh maintains the Purple Cap, achieving a superior economy rate (7.65) and average (16.45).
In Thursday’s rain-hit affair, T Natarajan managed to secure Arya’s dismissal, his sole victim in the match, as he continues his search for form in a season where the Purple Cap leader’s board remains unchanged atop.
While Arya and Prabhsimran inch closer to the top echelons of the IPL batting charts, the league continues to witness intense competition. Enthusiasts can further explore various tables reflecting the season’s statistics, ranging from highest strike rates to best bowling figures, ensuring a comprehensive view of the ongoing campaign.
