• Suyash Sharma dismissed Andre Russell with a beauty in IPL 2025 opener.

  • The young spinner bowled a stunning wrong’un that completely deceived Russell.

WATCH: Suyash Sharma cleans up Andre Russell with a stunning wrong’un in IPL 2025 opener
Suyash Sharma cleans up Andre Russell (Image Source: X)

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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 kicked off with an electrifying encounter between Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on March 22, 2025. With both teams aiming for a strong start to the season, the match delivered moments of brilliance, thrilling the packed stadium and millions watching worldwide.

Ajinkya Rahane powers KKR to a competitive total

After losing the toss, KKR were put into bat first and managed to post a respectable total of 174/8 in their 20 overs. The innings started on a strong note with captain Ajinkya Rahane leading from the front, scoring a well-crafted 56 off 31 balls. His innings was laced with elegant strokes and crucial boundaries that gave KKR a solid foundation.

However, RCB bowlers staged a strong comeback in the latter half of the innings. After a promising start, KKR faltered, losing six wickets for less than 70 runs in the last ten overs. The likes of Krunal Pandya and Josh Hazlewood bowled tight spells, preventing the hosts from posting an even bigger total. Despite their middle-order struggles, KKR managed to put up a fighting score, setting up an intriguing chase for RCB.

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Suyash Sharma dismissed Andre Russell with a beauty

The match witnessed an extraordinary moment when young leg-spinner Suyash Sharma produced a peach of a delivery to dismiss KKR’s power-hitter Andre Russell. Known for his destructive batting, Russell was expected to accelerate in the death overs, but Suyash had other plans. The young spinner bowled a stunning wrong’un that completely deceived Russell, crashing into the stumps and sending the Eden Gardens crowd into silence.

This breakthrough was a massive turning point in the game, as Russell’s presence in the middle could have changed the course of the match. Suyash’s exceptional delivery not only displayed his skill but also highlighted his ability to perform under pressure. His impressive start to IPL 2025 has certainly made him a player to watch this season.

Here is the video:

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