IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals star Abhishek Porrel reveals his “ultimate goal” after performance in a match against LSG
Abhishek Poreldynamic wicketkeeper batter Delhi Capitals (DC)shared his ambitions for his franchise. Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.
Abhishek Porel shines for Delhi Capitals with a winning knock
In Match 40 of IPL 2025, Paulel plays a decisive inning and creates a fluent 51 ball from 36 balls to lead the DC to an 8-wicket victory Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) At Lucknow. Following a modest target after 160 targets, Paulel chased with chase and talent, showing maturity well beyond his years. His innings included crisp stroke plays, and he ensured that the scoreboard continued to be ticked without taking undue risk. Coupled with timely boundaries, Paulel’s ability to spin strikes helped him break the back of the chase early on.
It was his important 69-run partnership that made Paulel’s knock even more valuable. KL was satisfiedalso played a stabilization role. The duo ensured that one wicket would not hiccup in the pursuit after an early defeat. The partnership was at a critical stage in the innings, neutralising LSG’s hopes to put pressure on the central overs. Returning to form, Rahul played the perfect foil on Paulel, allowing the youngster to express himself freely while pinning the innings from the other side.
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Paulel reveals his ultimate goal
Following the 8-wicket victory in which Delhi rules over the LSG, Paulel spoke openly about his cricket aspirations, highlighting his ultimate dream of representing India at the highest level. The young left-hander, who has been turning his head with his consistent performance at IPL 2025, shared that every match is a stepping stone towards his long-term goals.
“Obviously I enjoy every inning and am trying to develop in every inning. The future plan is to play in India and play for a long time in the country,” he said at a post-match press conference. However, the current focus is on the IPL trophies. How can I help my team win trophies, and how can I contribute to DC? This is very important now.” Porell said at a post-game press conference.
Paulel dreams big, but his immediate focus remains based on providing winning performances in the capital match and helping him lift the IPL trophy this season. With a modest yet influential tally of 225 in eight matches at a strike rate of 146.10, he has already become a key contributor to DC’s batting lineup. The 21-year-old has shown amazing maturity and consistency in his second full season alone, often pinning innings under pressure and playing fearless cricket. His ability to adapt and improve on every outing is a trait that promises a bright future.
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