Punjab Kings scripted the highest successful run-chase in T20 history, hunting down a monumental target of 265 to defeat Delhi Capitals by 6 wickets in Match 35 of IPL 2026 on April 25.
In a game of staggering numbers, KL Rahul’s record-breaking 152* was remarkably overshadowed by a collective power-hitting masterclass from Punjab. Led by Prabhsimran Singh’s early blitz and Shreyas Iyer’s composed finish, the Kings reached the summit with 7 balls to spare at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
Match Summary: DC vs PBKS, IPL 2026 Match 35
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| DC Score | 264/2 (20 overs) |
| PBKS Score | 265/4 (18.5 overs) |
| Match Result | PBKS won by 6 wickets (7 balls left) |
| Best Batting (PBKS) | Prabhsimran Singh – 76 off 26 balls |
| Best Bowling (PBKS) | Arshdeep Singh – 1/49 in 4 overs |
| Venue | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
DC Innings: 264/2 in 20 Overs
Delhi Capitals posted a gargantuan total behind a historic performance from KL Rahul, who smashed an unbeaten 152 off just 67 balls. Striking at 226.86, Rahul hit 11 fours and 9 sixes, marking the highest individual score of the season. He was ably supported by Nitish Rana (91 off 44), with the duo sharing a massive 220-run partnership for the second wicket.
The Punjab bowlers were under the pump from the first over. Despite the carnage, Arshdeep Singh and Xavier Bartlett managed to pick up one wicket each, but the DC batters capitalized on the short boundaries to score at a rate of 13.20 per over, leaving Punjab with a seemingly impossible task.
DC Innings At A Glance
| Details | DC Innings |
|---|---|
| Total | 264/2 in 20 overs |
| Powerplay | 116/0 (0–6 overs) |
| Top Scorer | KL Rahul – 152* off 67 balls |
| Best Partnership | Rahul & Nitish Rana – 220 runs |
| Best Bowling (PBKS) | Arshdeep Singh – 1/49 (4 overs) |
PBKS Chase: 265/4 in 18.5 Overs
Punjab Kings ignored the magnitude of the target and launched a ferocious response. Prabhsimran Singh played a freakish knock of 76 off 26 balls (SR 292.30), while Priyansh Arya (43 off 17) helped PBKS race to 116 in the Powerplay. The opening stand of 126 in just 6.5 overs set the tone for the miracle.
After a quick double-strike from Kuldeep Yadav (2/46), captain Shreyas Iyer anchored the chase with an unbeaten 71 off 36 balls. Iyer showed immense maturity, finding the gaps with precision. He was supported by Impact Player Nehal Wadhera (25) and Shashank Singh (19)*, as Punjab reached the target in the 19th over to pull off the greatest chase in IPL history.
PBKS Chase At A Glance
| Details | PBKS Chase |
|---|---|
| Target | 265 runs |
| Total | 265/4 in 18.5 overs |
| Powerplay | 116/0 (0–6 overs) |
| Top Scorer | Prabhsimran Singh – 76 off 26 balls |
| Best Bowling (DC) | Kuldeep Yadav – 2/46 (4 overs) |
Key Highlights
- KL Rahul’s 152 in Vain:* Rahul became the first player in IPL 2026 to cross 150, but it became the highest individual score in a losing cause in T20 history.
- Prabhsimran’s Power: Striking at nearly 300, Prabhsimran’s 18-ball fifty turned a “mountain” into a “molehill” during the Powerplay.
- History in Delhi: The match aggregate of 529 runs is among the highest ever recorded in a T20 match, showcasing the absolute dominance of bat over ball.
Player of the Match
KL Rahul (DC): Despite being on the losing side, KL Rahul was awarded Player of the Match for his extraordinary 152 off 67 balls*. His knock was a masterclass in clean hitting and clinical placement, briefly setting a new gold standard for IPL batting.
