The Delhi Premier League 2025 witnessed a breathtaking innings as 22-year-old Dev Lakra smashed an unbeaten 85 runs off just 23 balls, hitting 8 fours and 8 sixes. Despite his fireworks, Old Delhi 6 fell short, losing to South Delhi Superstars by eight wickets.

A storm in a rain-shortened match

Due to rain, the contest was reduced to 7 overs per side. Batting first, Old Delhi 6 posted 133/3. After two early wickets in the opening over, Lakra walked in at No. 4 and instantly changed the tempo of the game. Playing with fearless aggression, he completed his half-century in just 16 balls and dominated the bowlers with sheer power hitting.

He stitched a 117-run partnership in 33 balls with Yug Gupta, tearing apart the South Delhi attack. Lakra took 28 runs off one over bowled by Sumit Kumar Beniwal, showcasing his range of strokes and brute force.

Who is Dev Lakra?

Born on 27 June 2003, Dev Lakra started playing cricket at a young age. A right-arm fast bowler by trade, he has also developed his batting skills. Before this explosive knock, his domestic T20 record for Delhi was modest — just 26 runs in 7 matches with a best of 17, along with a single wicket. But this innings has put him in the spotlight as one of the most exciting youngsters in the Delhi circuit.

Old Delhi falter, South Delhi shine

Chasing 134, South Delhi Superstars overpowered the target in style. Skipper Tejaswi Dahiya blazed 69 off 21 balls (3 fours, 9 sixes), while Anmol Sharma hammered 56* off 17 balls (1 four, 8 sixes). Their 122-run opening stand sealed the win inside six overs.

For Old Delhi, this was their 7th loss in 10 matches, while South Delhi climbed with their 4th win in the tournament.