In a contest that kept fans on the edge of their seats till the very end, Delhi Capitals edged past Rajasthan Royals in a nerve-racking Super Over clash during IPL 2025. Both teams posted 188 in their respective 20-over innings, forcing the first Super Over of the season.
With Mitchell Starc delivering an exceptional final over to tie the match, DC trusted the Aussie veteran once again in the Super Over – and he delivered under pressure. While Starc’s death-over brilliance helped Delhi seal a crucial win, it was what happened after the match that truly warmed hearts.
Yashasvi Jaiswal calls Mitchell Starc a legend before sharing a warm hug
As the players shook hands after a high-octane clash, cameras captured a delightful moment between young India opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and pace ace Starc. The two shared a friendly exchange that stood in stark contrast to their previous on-field tensions.
Jaiswal, walking up to Starc with a bright smile, greeted him saying, “Legend… Well bowled!” before following it up with a casual “How are you?” The Australian pacer responded warmly, and the duo shared a hug that drew applause from fans and commentators alike.
Their conversation didn’t stop there. Jaiswal, always curious and friendly, asked, “How have you been enjoying the city?” prompting a light-hearted laugh from Starc. The brief but wholesome interaction, captured by Delhi Capitals’ social media team, quickly went viral and became a fan-favorite moment of the night.
Here is the video:
The way YBJ called Starcy a legend… feels 🥹💙 pic.twitter.com/fTDhi7YWU5
— Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) April 17, 2025
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From fiery rivals in Perth to friendly chat in Delhi
The embrace between Jaiswal and Starc carried extra weight given their fiery exchange just months earlier during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024–25. During the first Test in Perth, Jaiswal had taken Starc on with fearless batting, even taunting the pacer by saying, “It’s coming too slow,” after sending one of his deliveries to the boundary.
While Starc had responded with a calm grin back then, the incident sparked plenty of chatter around sportsmanship and sledging. It was a moment charged with competitive energy, highlighting the intensity of their rivalry.
Fast forward to IPL 2025, and the very same duo shared smiles instead of stares – proof that cricket, at its core, is as much about mutual respect as it is about rivalry. Despite Starc’s match-winning spell and Jaiswal’s explosive innings during regulation time, it was their post-match camaraderie that truly stole the show.
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