KL Rahul's Explosive 152 Leads Delhi Capitals to Record IPL Total

In a thrilling IPL match, KL Rahul's explosive 152 runs propelled the Delhi Capitals to a staggering total of 264 against the Punjab Kings. This performance not only marked the third-highest individual score in IPL history but also set a new record for the highest score by an Indian in the league. Alongside Nitish Rana's solid 91, the duo formed a monumental partnership, showcasing aggressive batting that left the opposition struggling. Discover how this match unfolded and the records that were broken in this exciting encounter.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 25, 2026, 18:23 IST

Rahul's Stellar Performance Shines in IPL Match

KL Rahul showcased a remarkable blend of elegance and strength, scoring an impressive 152 runs, marking the third-highest individual score in IPL history. Alongside him, Nitish Rana contributed a solid 91, helping the Delhi Capitals achieve a staggering total of 264 for 2 against the Punjab Kings on Saturday.

This match marked the first time this season that the Capitals set a target, and they approached the game with clear aggression, attacking every delivery that came their way.

The home side's innings included a remarkable tally of 29 fours and 13 sixes, establishing the highest score of the 2026 IPL season.

Rahul's innings, which came off just 67 balls, featured a variety of classic shots, combining precision with power, and he set a new record for the highest score by an Indian in IPL history.

With this performance, he became only the third player to surpass the 150-run milestone, following in the footsteps of Chris Gayle (175) and Brendon McCullum (158).

After being dropped on 18 by Shashank Singh, Rahul capitalized on his second chance, forming a monumental 220-run partnership with local favorite Rana for the second wicket, the second-largest partnership in IPL history, just behind the 229-run stand by Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers.

Rana appeared completely at home, scoring his 91 runs off 44 balls, which included 11 fours and 4 sixes, perfectly complementing Rahul as they maintained a rapid scoring rate.

Rahul set the early tone by hitting consecutive boundaries in the second over, with Pathum Nissanka also contributing a well-timed four.

Despite an early wicket when Nissanka was caught behind, the Punjab bowlers struggled to find their rhythm, compounded by several misfields that added to their difficulties.

Rahul and Rana took control of the match, punishing any loose deliveries and propelling Delhi to their best powerplay score of the season at 68 for one, before amassing 145 runs in the middle overs.

Rana then shifted gears dramatically, dismantling Australian bowler Xavier Bartlett in the 12th over, scoring 28 runs in that single over.

He exclusively targeted boundaries, hitting two sixes and four fours in a stunning sequence of 6, 4, 4, 4, 4, 6.

Meanwhile, Rahul continued his onslaught, targeting Vijaykumar Vyshak in the 16th over, where he smashed three sixes and a four, further solidifying Delhi's dominance in the match.