🔥 Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals – IPL 2026 25th April - PBKS scripted history with their win over DC

🏏 Delhi Capitals Post a Massive 264/2
After winning the toss, Delhi Capitals opted to bat first — and what followed was pure batting dominance.

KL Rahul delivered a sensational unbeaten 152 off 67 balls, smashing 16 fours and 9 sixes.

Nitish Rana supported brilliantly with a blazing 91 off 44 balls.

The duo stitched a colossal 220-run partnership, dismantling the Punjab bowling attack.

Despite a flying start, DC lost early wickets, but Rahul’s masterclass and Rana's innings ensured a gigantic total of 264/2 in 20 overs.
👉 Run Rate: 13.2 — Already looking like a match-winning total… or so it seemed.

🚀 Punjab Kings Pull Off a Historic Chase (265/4 in 18.5 Overs)
What followed was nothing short of extraordinary.
🔥 Explosive Start

Prabhsimran Singh smashed 76 off just 26 balls at a staggering strike rate of 292.

Priyansh Arya added a quickfire 43 off 17 balls.

PBKS raced to 126 in just 41 balls, putting Delhi under immediate pressure.

💥 Captain’s Knock – Shreyas Iyer Finishes in Style

Shreyas Iyer anchored and accelerated perfectly with an unbeaten 71 off 36 balls. with 3 fours and 7 sixes /.

Supported by:

Nehal Wadhera – 25 (15)
Shashank Singh – 19* (10)

Punjab Kings chased down 265 in just 18.5 overs — an unbelievable run rate of 14.07.

📊 Match Summary
Delhi Capitals: 264/2 (20 overs)
Punjab Kings: 265/4 (18.5 overs)
👉 Result: Punjab Kings won by 6 wickets

🔍 Key Turning Points

Rahul’s century looked match-defining — but PBKS had other plans.

The powerplay assault by Prabhsimran and Priyansh changed momentum instantly.

Iyer’s calm finishing ensured no late collapse.

Delhi’s bowling lacked control under pressure.

🌟 Player of the Match
While Rahul’s 152 was historic, the match belonged to Punjab Kings’ fearless batting unit, especially Prabhsimran Singh for shifting the game early.

💬 Final Thoughts
This match will go down as one of the greatest chases in IPL history. Scoring 260+ is rare — chasing it down with overs to spare is extraordinary.
For Delhi, it’s a harsh lesson: even the biggest totals aren’t safe in modern T20 cricket.
For Punjab, this victory sends a strong message — they are serious title contenders in this year.