South Delhi Superstarz Triumph Over New Delhi Tigers in Thrilling DPL Match

In a gripping match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, South Delhi Superstarz triumphed over New Delhi Tigers by six wickets in the DPL 2026. The Tigers set a challenging target of 217 runs, but the Superstarz, led by Tejasvi Dahiya's explosive 60 runs, chased it down with two balls to spare. This article delves into the key moments and performances that defined this thrilling encounter.

By Narendra Chaudhary Aug 16, 2026, 08:08 IST

DPL 2026 Match Highlights

In a thrilling encounter at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, the South Delhi Superstarz executed a remarkable chase to defeat the New Delhi Tigers by six wickets during Match 27 of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2026 on August 16.

After winning the toss and choosing to bowl, the New Delhi Tigers set a formidable target of 217 runs, finishing their innings at 217/7 in 20 overs, with contributions from various players throughout the lineup.

The Tigers faced an early setback when Dev Chaudhary was dismissed for a duck, and Keshav Dalal Singh managed only 17 runs off 10 balls. However, a crucial partnership between Vaibhav Rawal (44 runs off 30 balls) and Atulya Pandey (23 runs off 17 balls) helped stabilize the innings with a 62-run collaboration for the third wicket.

Captain Himmat Singh added significant strength to the middle order, scoring 38 runs off just 19 balls, including three fours and three sixes. Manish Sehrawat then accelerated the scoring with a quickfire 42 runs off 20 balls, featuring three fours and four sixes. Lakshay Thareja finished the innings strongly, remaining not out on 30 runs off 16 balls, pushing the Tigers past the 210-run mark.

For the Superstarz, Divansh Rawal was the standout bowler, taking 2 wickets for 53 runs, while Ankit Dabas was economical, giving away only 25 runs in his four overs and claiming one wicket.

In pursuit of the daunting target of 218, the South Delhi Superstarz started aggressively. Openers Anmol Sharma (18 runs off 8 balls) and Sanat Sangwan (28 runs off 18 balls) set a brisk pace, helping the team score 56 runs during the powerplay.

Captain Ayush Badoni contributed 35 runs off 25 balls, and Pranav Pant added 32 runs off 27 balls, forming a vital 56-run partnership that took the Superstarz past the 100-run mark before both were dismissed in quick succession.

With 76 runs required from the last 30 balls, Tejasvi Dahiya delivered a match-winning performance, scoring an unbeaten 60 runs off just 29 balls, which included six fours and four sixes. Alongside Pranshu Vijayran, who scored 26 runs off 13 balls, they formed an unbroken 76-run partnership off only 28 deliveries. The Superstarz successfully chased down the target, finishing at 218/4 in 19.4 overs, clinching a thrilling victory with two balls remaining.