Mitchell Starc delivered an exceptional performance during the IPL 2025 season, successfully defending nine runs in a nail-biting final over and subsequently showcasing his skills in a composed Super Over, leading the Delhi Capitals to a thrilling victory over the Rajasthan Royals on Wednesday night. However, it was a sincere and understated moment shared with Yashasvi Jaiswal post-match that garnered as much attention as the on-field excitement.

In a widely circulated video, Jaiswal was heard expressing his admiration, saying, “Legend, how are you? Very well done, very well bowled,” to Starc. This exchange stood in stark contrast to the intense confrontations they had experienced just months earlier during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, where Jaiswal had playfully taunted Starc with, “You’re coming too slow,” during the first Test in Perth.

Starc ultimately had the upper hand in that series, dismissing Jaiswal three times and aiding Australia in securing a 3-1 series victory.

However, on Wednesday night, the atmosphere was devoid of any mind games; it was purely a display of mutual respect. Starc had just executed two remarkable overs under immense pressure: first, he allowed only eight runs in the final over, which led to the match going into a Super Over, and then he restricted the Royals to just 11 runs while achieving two vital run-outs, significantly diminishing their chances of winning.

Watch Jaiswal and Starc's chat:

ChasingIn a match where Rajasthan appeared to be in control at 189, with Jaiswal (51 runs off 37 balls) and Rana (51 runs off 28 balls) contributing significantly to a strong partnership, the Delhi Capitals' bowlers, spearheaded by Starc, mounted an impressive comeback. They managed to restrict Rajasthan to 188/4, thus tying the game. During the Super Over, Starc's precise bowling and solid fielding support left the Rajasthan team struggling, allowing KL Rahul and Tristan Stubbs to successfully chase down the 12-run target with two balls remaining.

This victory marked Delhi Capitals' first home win of the season and their fifth in six matches, propelling them to the top of the IPL 2025 standings. In contrast, the Rajasthan Royals are facing difficulties this season, having secured only two wins at the halfway point of their campaign, placing them eighth in the points table.

The Rajasthan Royals are set to face the Lucknow Super Giants in Jaipur on April 19, and they will need to quickly regroup following a tumultuous finish that has already drawn strong reactions from both fans and analysts.

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