In a video shared by the franchise following the match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Wednesday, Axar sought to lift spirits in the dressing room after a result that slipped through their grasp in dramatic fashion.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cStart of the season, I told, you know, control the emotion and stay calm in any situation. All are, you know, sad, feeling sad. We can still smile, it's okay. It's a long tournament. I think if he didn't hit those sixes, I think we are not in the, you know, in the game. We'll go Chennai and start again. Keep smiling. Cheers,\u201d Axar told his teammates.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The Titans clinched their first victory of the season in a thrilling finish, capitalising on a dramatic final over that saw momentum swing repeatedly. Chasing 211, Delhi Capitals ended at 209\/8, falling just one-run short despite a late surge.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The turning point came in the closing moments when David Miller, who had reignited hopes with a blistering unbeaten 41 off 20 balls, opted against taking a single off the penultimate delivery of the final over, bowled by Prasidh Krishna. The decision, reflecting a lack of confidence in partner Kuldeep Yadav, proved costly.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
On the final ball, with two runs required, Prasidh delivered a slower bouncer that Miller failed to connect. Attempting a desperate run, Kuldeep was caught short of his crease as Jos Buttler effected the decisive run-out behind the stumps. A review for a wide was turned down, sealing Delhi\u2019s fate.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The turning point came in the closing moments when David Miller, who had reignited hopes with a blistering unbeaten 41 off 20 balls, opted against taking a single off the penultimate delivery of the final over, bowled by Prasidh Krishna. The decision, reflecting a lack of confidence in partner Kuldeep Yadav, proved costly.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Despite the late fireworks, Delhi\u2019s chase ultimately fell short, marking their first defeat of the season. For Gujarat, it was a breakthrough win after two unsuccessful outings.<\/p>\r\n\r\n