🏏 Delhi Premier League 2025 – 3rd Match: Outer Delhi Warriors vs New Delhi Tigers – Full Match Report & Analysis

🗓 Date: August 3, 2025

🕖 Time: 07:00 PM Local

📍 Venue: New Delhi – PK Stadium (Outer Delhi)

⚔️ Match: Outer Delhi Warriors 🆚 New Delhi Tigers

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🌟 Introduction

The Delhi Premier League 2025 (DPL 2025) has already kicked off with high drama, top-tier cricket, and fervent fanfare. On August 3rd, the cricketing capital of India witnessed one of the most anticipated early-season matchups — Outer Delhi Warriors (ODW) taking on New Delhi Tigers (NDT) in the third fixture of this gripping T20 franchise tournament.

With both teams loaded with talent and an eye on early momentum in the league, fans had their eyes glued to the evening spectacle under the lights at the PK Stadium.

🏟️ Match Preview

🔍 Team Overview

Outer Delhi Warriors (ODW):
Captained by the explosive all-rounder Rajvir Thakur, the Warriors entered this match with confidence. Known for their aggressive top order and spin-heavy bowling attack, the team was eager to make a mark in front of their home crowd.

New Delhi Tigers (NDT):
Under the leadership of the calm and calculating Aman Qureshi, the Tigers are seen as one of the title favorites this season. With a balanced squad featuring local and international talent, NDT came prepared to roar.

🧩 Key Match Information

• Match: 3rd Match, DPL 2025
• Format: T20
• Venue: PK Stadium, Outer Delhi
• Weather: Clear skies, 30°C at start, dew expected in second innings
• Toss Result: New Delhi Tigers won the toss and opted to bowl first

🧵 First Innings: Outer Delhi Warriors Batting

Powerplay (Overs 1–6):

ODW got off to a blistering start, thanks to opener Yashpal Singh, who smashed 32 off just 18 balls. His opening partner, Shaan Choudhary, played the anchor role, rotating strike and building the base. The team raced to 55/1 in the powerplay, losing only Yashpal to an inside edge off Imran Haider.

Middle Overs (Overs 7–15):

The Tigers’ spinners tried to tighten things, but Rajvir Thakur came in at No. 3 and took the attack to them. His knock of 48 (26 balls) was a captain’s special, featuring 4 sixes and 3 boundaries. However, quick wickets in the 12th and 14th overs slowed the momentum.

• Score at 15 overs: 129/4
• Key Bowler: Imran Haider – 2/23 in 4 overs

Death Overs (Overs 16–20):

Despite some good bowling by Tigers’ pace spearhead Nikhil Rathore, ODW managed to post a fighting total. A late flourish from Ajay Tomar (22 off 10) helped them finish at:

• Final Score: 172/6 in 20 overs
• Top Scorer: Rajvir Thakur (48 off 26)
• Best Bowling: Imran Haider (4-0-23-2)

🍲 Innings Break – Strategic Analysis

ODW’s Strengths:

• Aggressive intent in powerplay
• Solid middle-order contributions
• Smart strike rotation

Concerns:

• Lost wickets in clusters
• Couldn’t fully capitalize in death overs

NDT’s Advantage:

• Dew setting in for second innings
• Deep batting line-up to chase 173

🧵 Second Innings: New Delhi Tigers Batting

Powerplay (Overs 1–6):

NDT began cautiously. Openers Aman Qureshi and Rohan Pratap negotiated the swinging new ball. But a beauty from Mohit Sharma knocked back Rohan’s off stump in the 4th over. The Tigers managed 43/1 by the end of 6 overs.

Middle Overs (Overs 7–15):

This phase belonged to Aman Qureshi. Calm and composed, he anchored the chase. He found a perfect ally in Zahid Khan, whose 36 (20) shifted momentum. A 72-run partnership brought NDT to 115/2 by the 13th over.

However, Rajvir struck again with a key wicket, removing Zahid with a clever off-cutter.

• Score at 15 overs: 132/3
• Required: 41 off 30 balls

Death Overs (Overs 16–20):

The game was alive till the 18th over when ODW pacer Varun Malik bowled a fiery over, taking two wickets. But with Qureshi still at the crease, things remained tense.

In the last over, NDT needed 10 runs. Aman Qureshi, true to his reputation, finished the game with a six and a boundary.

• Final Score: 176/5 in 19.4 overs
• Top Scorer: Aman Qureshi (78* off 55)
• Winning Shot: 4 through extra cover

🎯 Match Summary

TeamsScoreResultOuter Delhi Warriors172/6 (20 overs)Lost by 5 wicketsNew Delhi Tigers176/5 (19.4 overs)Won by 5 wickets

🔥 Player of the Match: Aman Qureshi – 78* (55), 1 catch

📊 Key Stats

• Most Sixes: Rajvir Thakur – 4
• Most Economical Bowler: Imran Haider – 5.75 RPO
• Fastest Ball: Varun Malik – 147 kmph
• Winning Margin: 5 wickets, 2 balls remaining

🧠 Tactical Review

Outer Delhi Warriors

What worked:

• Strong top-order
• Decent bowling in patches

What failed:

• Ineffective death bowling
• Fielding errors (2 dropped catches)

New Delhi Tigers

What worked:

• Anchoring innings by Qureshi
• Middle-over acceleration
• Calmness under pressure

Areas to improve:

• Early wickets
• Run rate in initial overs

🗣️ Post-Match Reactions

🧑‍✈️ Rajvir Thakur (ODW Captain):

“We were 20 runs short, and our fielding didn’t help either. Hats off to Qureshi — he was the difference tonight. We’ll bounce back stronger.”

🦁 Aman Qureshi (NDT Captain & MOTM):

“It was a good wicket to bat on. I wanted to stay till the end and finish it for the team. Our bowlers did a great job to restrict them under 175.”

🧠 Coach's View (NDT Head Coach, Faizan Khan):

“This was a test of composure. Qureshi showed leadership with the bat. The dressing room is buzzing.”

🗓️ What’s Next?

• Outer Delhi Warriors face the Gurgaon Giants on August 6
• New Delhi Tigers go up against Noida Spartans on August 7

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📺 Live Streaming & Highlights

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