IPL 2026 [WATCH]: Mohammed Shami excites KL Rahul by dismissing him for a golden duck in the LSG vs DC match. Read

IPL 2026 In Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) And Delhi Capitals (DC) The contest between Mohammed Shami Was brilliant with the first ball on his debut for LSG. While defending a modest score at the Ekana Cricket Stadium, Shami KL Rahul Was out for a golden duck, giving his team a perfect start in chasing the target.

Mohammed Shami gives KL Rahul a chance to celebrate his LSG debut in a great way

Opening the bowling, Shami bowled an attractive outswinger that tempted Rahul into an ambitious drive. The DC batsmen, looking to score quickly, hit the ball hard but could only succeed with a thick outside edge. The ball went straight to third man, where Mohsin Khan Took a safe catch, leaving Rahul stunned and returned without scoring.

This wicket was a memorable milestone for Shami, who is ahead of IPL 2026. Sunrisers Hyderabad He was making his debut for Lucknow Super Giants after being traded from. His immediate effectiveness underlined his reputation as one of the most lethal new bowlers in T20 cricket.

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Shami’s impressive record in IPL

This was also the second time in IPL history that Shami dismissed Rahul for a golden duck, a feat he had also achieved in 2022. The stats further highlight Shami’s superiority in this encounter—Rahul has struggled against him in T20s, his average has been mediocre and he has been out a number of times.

Notably, Shami now holds the record for taking the most wickets on the first ball of an IPL innings, an extraordinary feat he has achieved five times. This is a testament to his ability to strike early and put pressure on opposition teams.

Delhi Capitals fall under pressure, but comeback from star duo

Shami’s early success led to a dramatic collapse in DC’s batting order. The visitors were soon in deep trouble as wickets continued to fall at a rapid pace. Pathum Nissanka, Nitish Ranaand captain Axar Patel All were out cheaply, leaving DC at 26/4 in 4.3 overs.

The failure of the top order put immense pressure on the middle order, with the required run rate increasing steadily. LSG’s bowlers maintained a tight line and took advantage of the early pace, making it difficult for the Capitals to score.

As DC appeared headed for a massive defeat, Sameer Rizvi And Tristan Stubbs Stepped up with a restrained partnership. The pair endured the pressure and rebuilt the innings with intelligent shot selection and effective strike rotation.

Their 50-run partnership for the fifth wicket provided the stability needed in the chase, taking DC to 83/4 in 11 overs. Both batsmen showed composure and intent, gradually swinging the momentum back in their team’s favor and keeping hopes alive in what initially looked to be a lost situation.

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