The 2025 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) is delivering on its promise, serving up exhilarating, edge-of-the-seat contests in rapid succession. Last night, on april 16, Delhi Capitals pulled off a stunning victory, defending 31 runs in the final three overs before clinching the match in a gripping super over. Mitchell Starc emerged as the hero of this thrilling triumph over Rajasthan Royals. With super-overs becoming a recurring highlight of the tournament, they underscore the fierce competition and unrelenting spirit of the teams. Let's revisit the most unforgettable super overs in IPL history.

Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (2013)

In a gripping 2013 IPL clash, Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bengaluru tied at 130 runs, leading to a thrilling super over. SRH posted a daunting 20 runs, powered by Cameron White's explosive batting. RCB, despite their star-studded lineup, faltered under pressure. Dale Steyn’s masterful bowling proved decisive, restricting RCB to just 15 runs with pinpoint yorkers and unrelenting pace.

Chennai Super Kings vs Punjab Kings (2010)

The 2010 IPL encounter between Chennai Super Kings and Kings XI Punjab ended in a tense tie at 136 runs, setting the stage for a dramatic super over. CSK managed only 9 runs, with Suresh Raina’s six being the highlight. KXIP’s response was electrifying, as Yuvraj Singh smashed a crucial boundary off Rusty Theron’s bowling, while Mahela Jayawardene contributed with quick runs. Yuvraj’s composure under pressure secured the win for Punjab, making this one of the most thrilling super overs in IPL history.

Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Delhi Capitals (IPL 2013)

In 2013, Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals tied at 152 runs, leading to an electrifying super over. DC struggled against RCB’s Ravi Rampaul, who took two wickets and restricted them to just 12 runs. Earlier, De Villiers smashed consecutive sixes off the final two balls, to set a target of 16.

Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders (2009)

The first-ever IPL super over in 2009 saw Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders tie at 150 runs in Cape Town. KKR scored 15 runs in their super over, led by Chris Gayle’s three fours. However, RR’s Yusuf Pathan stole the show, smashing 18 runs off just four balls, including three sixes and a four. His explosive batting secured a thrilling victory for RR with two balls to spare.

Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals (IPL 2025)

The IPL 2025 clash between Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals ended in a tie at 188 runs. RR faltered, managing only 11/2 with run-outs of Riyan Parag and Shimron Hetmyer. DC’s KL Rahul and Tristan Stubbs held their nerve, chasing the target comfortably, with Mitchell Starc’s earlier brilliance in the final over setting the stage.

Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Delhi Capitals (IPL 2021)

SRH’s David Warner and Kane Williamson could only muster 7 runs against Axar Patel’s tight bowling. DC’s chase was clinical, with Rishabh Pant and Shimron Hetmyer comfortably securing the 8-run target. Axar’s disciplined bowling and DC’s composed batting made this super over a standout, highlighting their ability to execute under pressure.

Gujarat Lions vs Mumbai Indians (IPL 2017)

MI posted 11/2 in the super over against Gujarat Lions, with Kieron Pollard’s 10 runs proving crucial. Jasprit Bumrah’s exceptional bowling turned the tide, despite a no-ball and wide, restricting GL to just 6 runs. Bumrah’s heroics, combined with the low-scoring drama, highlighted the fine margins in IPL tiebreakers.

Delhi Capitals vs Kolkata Knight Riders (IPL 2019)

In a high-scoring 2019 IPL tie at 185 runs, Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders faced off in a thrilling super over. DC set a target of 11 runs, with contributions from Prithvi Shaw and Shreyas Iyer. KKR’s Andre Russell started with a boundary, but Kagiso Rabada’s precise yorkers restricted them to just 7 runs. Rabada’s clutch performance under pressure secured DC’s victory, marking their first super-over win.