DPL 2025 final | Back where it all began! Former India openers receive special felicitation by DDCA | Cricket News – The Times of India

Gautam Gambhir and Virender Sehwag receive special felicitation at DPL 2025 final from DDCA president Rohan Jaitley. (Image-X)

Team India Head Coach Gautam Gambhir and former India star Virender Sehwag had been honoured on the Delhi Premier League 2025 final, held at Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday. The DDCA felicitated each for his or her unforgettable contributions to Indian cricket, with president Rohan Jaitley presenting the awards. On the sector, West Delhi Lions claimed the title with a six-wicket victory over Central Delhi Kings. Captain Nitish Rana starred with an unbeaten 79 to information his staff in efficiently chasing a goal of 174 runs. Early wickets by Central Delhi Kings’ Simarjeet Singh and Arun Pundir diminished the Lions to 48/3 within the fifth over, however Rana stabilised the innings alongside Mayank Gusain with a 42-run partnership earlier than Gusain fell for 15. Hrithik Shokeen then joined Rana, and their unbroken partnership sealed the win. Shokeen contributed 42* off 27 balls, complementing Rana’s dominant show. Central Delhi Kings had earlier recovered from 78/6 to submit 173/7, due to an important seventh-wicket stand between Yugal Saini (65 off 48 balls) and Pranshu Vijayran (50* off 24 deliveries). West Delhi Lions’ bowlers had been key in maintaining the goal achievable. Manan Bhardwaj led the assault with figures of 2/11 in 3 overs, whereas Shivank Vashisht took 2/12 in 2 overs. Rana additionally chipped in with 1/16 in his 4 overs. Rana’s constant efficiency within the playoffs was exceptional, scoring 134* within the Eliminator, 45* in Qualifier 2, and 79* within the Final. His management, mixed with Shokeen’s help, proved decisive in securing the Lions’ title. The felicitation of Gambhir and Sehwag added a celebratory tone to the final, recognising their lasting affect on Indian cricket. The occasion was a mix of on-area brilliance and off-area honour, making the DPL 2025 final a memorable event for followers and gamers alike.