Delhi Capitals (DC) secured a thrilling victory over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in a last-over IPL 2025 clash, but it was their heartwarming celebration for KL Rahul that stole the show. The LSG skipper, along with his wife Athiya Shetty, welcomed a baby girl on the same day. In a touching gesture, the DC squad came together to mark the occasion with a special ‘Baby Celebration,’ a moment that has since gone viral on social media.
March 24 was a momentous day for both KL Rahul and Delhi Capitals. While Rahul became a father for the first time, DC clinched their maiden win of IPL 2025. After sealing their victory in a last-over thriller, the DC players and support staff huddled together and performed a ‘Baby Gesture’ as a tribute to the LSG skipper.
The heartfelt celebration, which involved players rocking their arms like cradling a baby, was captured on video and later shared by DC on their official social media handles. The video has since won the hearts of fans, with many appreciating the sportsmanship and camaraderie displayed by the team.
DC’s stunning win was fueled by Ashutosh Sharma, who played a match-winning knock in a high-pressure situation. Chasing a daunting 210-run target, DC found themselves in trouble after losing early wickets. However, Ashutosh turned the tide with an explosive unbeaten 66-run knock, guiding his team to their first win of the season.
Vipraj Nigam also contributed with a quickfire 39 off 15 balls, while Kuldeep Yadav’s disciplined bowling (2/35) helped restrict LSG to 209 runs. Mitchell Starc was the pick of the bowlers for LSG, claiming three crucial wickets.
While DC’s win was thrilling, their gesture for KL Rahul added a sentimental touch to the night. The moment symbolized mutual respect between teams, showcasing the human side of the sport. Fans flooded social media with reactions, with many praising DC for their classy tribute.
With their first win secured and spirits high, DC will look to carry their momentum forward in IPL 2025. As for KL Rahul, he now has an extra reason to celebrate—both on and off the field.
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