IPL 2026 18 April - Delhi Capitals pull off a last over heist at Chinnaswamy

🔥 Match Summary
RCB: 175/8 (20 overs)
DC: 179/4 (19.5 ovIPLers)
Result: Delhi Capitals won by 6 wickets

RCB posted a fighting total, but DC’s composed chase ensured they crossed the finish line in dramatic fashion.

🏏 RCB Innings – Solid Start, Middle-Order Stumble

Philip Salt was the standout performer for RCB, anchoring the innings with a fluent 63 off 38 balls, mixing aggression with smart strike rotation. He built useful partnerships early on, especially with Virat Kohli, who contributed a brisk 19.

However, RCB lost momentum in the middle overs:

Devdutt Padikkal and Rajat Patidar couldn’t capitalize on starts
Tim David added a quick 26, but lacked support
Wickets fell at regular intervals, can not sealed a big finish

Delhi’s bowling unit kept things tight:

Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel controlled the middle overs
Lungi Ngidi takes crutials wickets

Despite a promising start, RCB finished at 175/8, slightly below par on a batting-friendly pitch.

⚡ DC Chase – Calm, Calculated, Clinical

The chase didn’t start well for DC as they lost early wickets, including Pathum Nissanka cheaply. But KL Rahul steadied things with a classy 57 off 34 balls, keeping the scoreboard ticking.

The turning point came with:

Tristan Stubbs playing a composed knock of 60 off 47 balls*
Axar Patel contributing a crucial 26 before retiring hurt
David Miller finishing the game in style with a blazing 22 off 10 balls

RCB bowlers, especially Bhuvneshwar Kumar, tried to pull things back with early breakthroughs, but couldn’t stop DC’s steady partnerships.

📊 Key Moments
Salt’s aggressive fifty gave RCB early momentum
Kuldeep & Axar slowed the scoring in middle overs
KL Rahul’s anchoring knock stabilized DC
Stubbs’ calm finishing under pressure turned the game for DC
Miller’s late fireworks sealed the win
🏆 Player of the Match

Tristan Stubbs – for his unbeaten 60 and match-winning composure under pressure.

🔍 Final Thoughts

This match highlighted the importance of middle-over control and finishing strength. While RCB had a solid start, their inability to accelerate late cost them. On the other hand, Delhi Capitals showcased depth and composure, executing a near-perfect chase.

At a venue like Chinnaswamy, totals around 175 are always risky —and DC proved exactly why.