IPL 2025 [WATCH]: Vaibhav Arora roars with passion after shattering Sanju Samson’s stumps with a deadly yorker during RR vs KKR clash

The Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati witnessed an electrifying start to Match 6 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 as the Rajasthan Royals (RR) faced off against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Both teams entered the contest seeking redemption after losing their opening games. KKR, led by Ajinkya Rahane, won the toss and opted to field, banking on the dew factor to aid their chase later in the evening. RR, under Riyan Parag’s captaincy, looked determined to set a formidable target on home soil.

The match started with RR’s dynamic opening pair – Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sanju Samson – taking center stage. The duo, who also represent India in T20Is, reunited at the top following Jos Buttler’s departure to the Gujarat Titans. However, amidst the excitement, Vaibhav Arora produced a moment of brilliance that shifted the momentum early in the game.

Vaibhav Arora’s inswinging delivery shatters Sanju Samson’s stumps

Samson, known for his explosive starts in IPL seasons, had already made headlines with a scintillating knock of 66 off 37 balls over the weekend. On Wednesday, however, his innings was cut short by a spectacular delivery from Arora. Samson started confidently as he struck two boundaries early on.

In the fourth over, with RR at 33/1, Samson attempted to manufacture room by stepping out too early. Arora seized the opportunity and delivered a pinpoint yorker that swung in late. Samson found himself cramped for space and inadvertently yorked himself. The ball crashed into the leg stump, leaving Samson stunned and Guwahati roaring in appreciation of Arora’s skill. The wicket marked a crucial breakthrough for KKR as they sought to contain RR’s aggressive top order.

Here’s the video:

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RR lose their way against KKR’s bowlers 

Following Samson’s dismissal at 33/1 in 3.5 overs, RR struggled to maintain their scoring rate. Jaiswal departed soon after for 29, caught off Moeen Ali’s bowling, leaving RR at 69/3 by the eighth over. Despite brief resistance from Riyan Parag (25 off 15) and Dhruv Jurel (33 off 28), wickets continued to tumble at regular intervals.

The middle order failed to capitalize on starts as Nitish Rana (8), Wanindu Hasaranga (4), and Shubham Dubey (9) fell cheaply. A late cameo from Jofra Archer (16 off 7) helped push RR past the 150-run mark, but their total of 151/9 in 20 overs felt below par given KKR’s strong batting lineup Arora finished his four-over spell with figures of 2/33 at an economy rate of 8.66. While he conceded boundaries early on, his ability to execute yorkers under pressure proved invaluable for KKR. His dismissal of Samson highlighted his knack for delivering game-changing moments – a trait that could make him a key player for KKR this season.

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