Rain Plays Spoilsport In Hyderabad As Srh Vs Dc Ends In A Washout

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Hyderabad, May 5, 2025 — What was shaping up to be a key fixture in the race to the IPL 2025 playoffs turned out to be a damp squib—literally. The clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium was washed out on Monday evening without a single ball being bowled, thanks to persistent rain.

Fans had gathered in huge numbers, hoping to witness a fiery contest under the floodlights. With both teams jostling for position in a tightly packed points table, the stage was set for a high-stakes battle. But unfortunately, the weather had other plans. Heavy rain throughout the afternoon and evening kept the covers on and the players in the dressing rooms. Despite a few hopeful breaks in the weather, the umpires eventually decided to call the match off around 9:30 PM IST.

The result means both teams walk away with one point each. While it’s better than a loss, it’s hardly the outcome either side would have wanted at this stage of the season.

For Sunrisers Hyderabad, who’ve looked like serious contenders under Pat Cummins’ leadership, the extra point ...
... keeps them in the playoff mix, but also adds pressure on their remaining games. They’ve built a reputation this season for aggressive batting and clever bowling, and fans were eager to see them continue that momentum at home.

Delhi Capitals, led by the returning Rishabh Pant, will also be feeling a tinge of frustration. They’ve had an up-and-down campaign so far, and every match now feels like a must-win. A full two points could’ve pushed them closer to the top four. Instead, they now have to regroup quickly and look ahead to their next game.

“It’s disappointing not to play, especially in front of such a passionate crowd,” said one SRH official after the match. “But you can’t control the weather. We’ll just focus on the next challenge.”

Fans on social media echoed the disappointment, with many sharing photos from a rain-soaked stadium and memes about the “real winner” of the match being the Hyderabad rain clouds.

As the tournament heads into its final leg, this no-result could prove crucial. With teams separated by small margins on the points table, even a single point can make the difference between playoff qualification and elimination. The washout serves as a reminder of how unpredictable the game—and the season—can be.