Dramatic Finish in Delhi Premier League: Himmat Singh’s Unforgettable Moment
In a thrilling match on Tuesday in the Delhi Premier League (DPL), Himmat Singh, captain of New Delhi Tigers, turned a moment of frustration into one of triumph. With a nail-biting finish, Himmat executed an unusual run-out on the last ball, leading to a Super Over in an unexpected twist.
The Outer Delhi Warriors were chasing 136 runs in a 15-over match and found themselves needing just one run off the final ball to claim victory. While attempting to hit the ball hard, the batter only managed to tap it straight. Although it seemed risky, both batters raced for a run, thinking it was their last chance.
Himmat was right at the non-striker’s end and, despite fumbling what appeared to be an easy run-out chance, kicked the ball away in frustration. In a surprising turn of events, the ball rolled straight onto the stumps just as Pratham Saluja, the batter, was trying to make it back, resulting in a run-out and leveling the scores.
This incredible moment was quickly shared across social media, captivating fans and followers. Himmat’s expression switched from despair to joy as he realized what had happened, sparking cheers from his teammates, who had initially held their heads in disbelief.
Despite the dramatic ending, the Outer Delhi Warriors showed remarkable composure and eventually secured the win in the Super Over.
The incident has become one of the highlights of this year’s DPL, drawing significant attention online.
Himmat Singh made his Indian Premier League debut with the Lucknow Super Giants in 2025, stepping in as a replacement for Australian all-rounder Mitchell Marsh. He gained recognition during the 2024 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, where he scored 197 runs in eight innings.
Although he hasn’t yet made a big impact in the IPL, he has played several matches this season, scoring a total of 92 runs with a strike rate of 133.33.
The ongoing DPL commenced on July 31 and will conclude with the final match on August 30. While the Outer Delhi Warriors took home the victory, Himmat’s unusual last-ball run-out will surely be remembered as one of the standout moments of this tournament.
