Yajas Sharma, bowlers help Outer Delhi Warriors defeat Central Delhi Kings in Delhi Premier League
New Delhi, August 9
Outer Delhi Warriors registered a sensational 25-run victory over Central Delhi Kings in the Delhi Premier League 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday, surviving a fierce late scare thanks to a disciplined bowling display led by Shivam Sharma and Navdeep Saini.
Batting first, Outer Delhi Warriors posted a massive total of 216/9 in their 20 overs, driven by an aggressive top-order knock from Yajas Sharma. The batter smashed 46 off just 25 balls, hitting four boundaries and three sixes to lay a strong foundation, according to a release.
Despite middle-over hiccups triggered by Jonty Sidhu (2/14) and Money Grewal (2/47), the Warriors finished with a flourish. Cameos from Shivam Sharma (24 off 10), Harsh Tyagi (24 off 10), and skipper Siddhant Sharma (19* off 5) propelled Outer Delhi Warriors past the 200-run barrier.
Chasing 217, Central Delhi Kings got off to a blistering start behind captain Yash Dhull, who blasted 47 off 23 balls (6 fours, 3 sixes). However, once Dhull was dismissed by Pratham Saluja, the Kings collapsed against regular breakthroughs by Shivam Sharma (3/37) and Harsh Tyagi (2/26), slumping to 141/8 by the 14th over.
With the game seemingly over, Jasvir Sehrawat played a miraculous counter-attacking knock to keep Central Delhi Kings alive. Sehrawat smashed 62 off just 33 balls, featuring six fours and four sixes. He anchored a thrilling 50-run partnership for the 9th wicket off only 20 balls with Divij Mehra (2* off 4), turning an impending blowout into a heart-stopping contest.
However, experience prevailed as speedster Navdeep Saini returned to break the dynamic stand, dismissing Sehrawat in the 18th over before sealing the game two balls later. Central Delhi Kings were bowled out for 191 in 17.2 overs, giving Outer Delhi Warriors a thrilling 25-run win.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Honestly felt bad for Jasvir Sehrawat. He played a miraculous knock of 62 off 33 and almost pulled it off from nowhere. The 50-run partnership for the 9th wicket had me on the edge of my seat. Cricket really is a game of glorious uncertainties. Navdeep Saini's experience won it in the end though. Great entertainment at Kotla! 🙌
216 on that pitch was always going to be tough to chase, but Yash Dhull showed intent. Once he departed, the middle order just collapsed like a pack of cards. Credit to Shivam Sharma for his 3/37 and contributing with the bat too. These franchise leagues are so crucial for bench strength - where else would you see such young kids getting exposure?
Naam sunte hi pata chal gaya match kaisa hoga! 😄 Outer Delhi Warriors played as a complete team. Siddhant Sharma's 19* off just 5 balls at the end was the difference - those extra runs proved golden. Also, nice to see Navdeep Saini back in rhythm. He could be a dark horse for India's T20 World Cup plans if he stays fit!
A good cricket match but I feel Central Delhi Kings' middle order needs serious introspection. Relying solely on the top order and then hoping for miracles from No. 9 is not a sustainable strategy. That said, Jasvir Sehrawat deserves a special mention - the guy played like there was no tomorrow. Stadium crowd must have loved every second of this thriller! 👏
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