Royal Challengers Bengaluru delivered a ruthless bowling performance to humiliate Delhi Capitals by 9 wickets in Match 39 of IPL 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on April 27.
In what was the most one-sided encounter of the season, RCB’s pace battery, led by Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, decimated the DC top order in a historic collapse. Chasing a meager 76, RCB’s batters made short work of the target, clinical finishing the game in just 6.3 overs.
Match Summary: DC vs RCB, IPL 2026 Match 39
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| DC Score | 75 (16.3 overs) |
| RCB Score | 77/1 (6.3 overs) |
| Match Result | RCB won by 9 wickets (81 balls left) |
| Best Batting (RCB) | Devdutt Padikkal – 34* off 13 balls |
| Best Bowling (RCB) | Josh Hazlewood – 4/12 in 3.3 overs |
| Venue | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
DC Innings: 75 All Out in 16.3 Overs
Delhi Capitals endured a catastrophic night after being sent in to bat. Bhuvneshwar Kumar (3/5) started the carnage by bowling Sahil Parakh on the second ball, but it was Josh Hazlewood who destroyed the lineup with a sensational spell of 4/12. DC were reduced to an unbelievable 8/6 within the first 4 overs, with stars like KL Rahul, Sameer Rizvi, and Axar Patel all falling for single digits or ducks.
A fighting knock from Impact Player Abishek Porel (30 off 33) and a brief resistance from David Miller (19) prevented DC from recording the lowest score in IPL history. However, Suyash Sharma and Krunal Pandya kept the pressure on, eventually bundling out the home side for just 75 in 16.3 overs.
DC Innings At A Glance
| Details | DC Innings |
|---|---|
| Total | 75 all out in 16.3 overs |
| Powerplay | 22/6 (0–6 overs) |
| Top Scorer | Abishek Porel – 30 off 33 balls |
| Best Partnership | Porel & Miller – 35 runs |
| Best Bowling (RCB) | Josh Hazlewood – 4/12 (3.3 overs) |
RCB Chase: 77/1 in 6.3 Overs
The chase was a mere formality for the visitors. Impact Player Jacob Bethell (20 off 11) came out with intent before falling to Kyle Jamieson. However, Devdutt Padikkal played at a different level, smashing an unbeaten 34 off just 13 balls at a strike rate of 261.53.
Virat Kohli remained unbeaten on 23 off 15 balls, playing second fiddle to Padikkal’s aggression. RCB chased down the target with 13.3 overs to spare, a result that significantly boosted their Net Run Rate and consolidated their position as title favorites.
RCB Chase At A Glance
| Details | RCB Chase |
|---|---|
| Target | 76 runs |
| Total | 77/1 in 6.3 overs |
| Powerplay | 65/1 (0–6 overs) |
| Top Scorer | Devdutt Padikkal – 34* off 13 balls |
| Best Bowling (DC) | Kyle Jamieson – 1/42 (3 overs) |
Key Highlights
- Hazlewood’s Triple-Strike: Josh Hazlewood’s opening burst (removing Rahul, Rizvi, and Rana) is one of the most clinical Powerplay spells in tournament history.
- Bhuvi’s Economy: Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s economy of 1.66 in 3 overs was a masterclass in swing bowling that left the DC batters clueless.
- Padikkal’s Sprint: Devdutt Padikkal’s 261.53 strike rate ensured the match was over well before the mid-innings break, highlighting the massive gulf in performance on the night.
Player of the Match
Josh Hazlewood (RCB): A clear choice for his devastating 4/12. His accuracy and pace on a helpful Delhi surface effectively ended the contest within the first 23 balls of the match.
