Delhi Capitals Set Challenging Target Against Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2026

Delhi Capitals Aim High with 204-Run Target

In their final league match of IPL 2026 at Eden Gardens on Sunday, the Delhi Capitals have established a formidable target of 204 runs for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). KL Rahul was the standout performer for DC, scoring over 50 runs, which contributed significantly to their total of 203/5, bolstered by late contributions from David Miller and Ashutosh Sharma.

Rahul's Explosive Performance Leads DC

Opting to bat first, the DC openers quickly amassed 40 runs for the initial wicket. Abishek Porel struck four boundaries before being dismissed by Saurabh Dubey in the fifth over. Following him, Sahil Parakh scored 24 runs off 17 balls, including three fours and a six, before Sunil Narine caught him out while attempting a big shot.

KL Rahul continued to dominate from the other end, scoring 60 runs off just 30 balls, featuring four sixes and five fours. He was eventually dismissed by Anukul Roy in the 13th over.

Middle Overs and Final Flourish

Captain Axar Patel contributed a brisk 39 runs off 25 balls, hitting three fours and two sixes, which helped stabilize the innings during the middle overs. He formed a crucial partnership of 41 runs for the fourth wicket with David Miller before falling to Varun Chakaravarthy.

In the death overs, Ashutosh Sharma added 35 runs alongside Miller. The pair scored 12 runs in the 19th over, with Miller hitting two sixes in the final over before getting out. Miller finished with 29 runs off 18 balls, while Ashutosh remained not out at 18, leading DC to a total of 203/5 after 20 overs.

Bowling Performance of KKR

For KKR, Kartik Tyagi had a tough outing, conceding 55 runs in his four overs without taking a wicket. Sunil Narine, Varun Chakaravarthy, and Anukul Roy each claimed one wicket, while Saurabh Dubey took two wickets.

Although both teams are out of playoff contention, a victory at Eden Gardens would enhance their standings on the points table.