Delhi Capitals produced a sensational batting display to defeat punjab kings Defeated by three wickets in match 55 Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 At the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamshala. Chasing a tough target of 211 runs, DC won with the help of explosive half-centuries from the captain Akshar Patel And david miller before the late fireworks Ashutosh Sharma And Madhav Tiwari Won the match with one over remaining.
After being invited to bowl first by Delhi Capitals captain Axar, the visitors initially struggled to contain the aggressive batting line-up of Punjab Kings. PBKS made a strong score of 210/5 in 20 overs thanks to a brilliant innings. Priyansh Arya and captain Shreyas Iyer.
Priyansh Arya and Shreyas Iyer lead the PBKS charge
Arya gave a great start to Punjab Kings, who continued his brilliant performance by scoring 56 runs in just 33 balls. The young opener hit two fours and six sky-high sixes, putting the Delhi bowlers under immediate pressure. Prabhsimran Singh He scored 18 runs in 15 balls before being dismissed trying to accelerate.
cooper connolly Played a vital supporting role in keeping the scoreboard ticking in the middle overs, scoring 38 runs in 27 balls. However, it was Iyer who started the innings brilliantly. The PBKS captain scored 59 runs in 36 balls with the help of five fours and three sixes and balanced aggression with control in this brilliant innings.
late cameo from Suryansh ShedgeWho scored 21 runs in just eight balls, taking Punjab Kings beyond 200 runs. However, the performance of Delhi Capitals bowlers was tough overall Madhav Tiwari Impressed with the ball, taking two wickets for 40 runs in his four overs. Mukesh Kumar One wicket was also taken, while Mitchell Starc endured an expensive evening giving away 57 runs.
Akshar Patel and David Miller save Delhi Capitals
Delhi Capitals had a very bad start while chasing the target. KL Rahul And Abhishek Porel Gone cheaply. Sahil Parakh He provided a quick spark by scoring 13 runs in six balls, but PBKS bowlers continued to strike regularly and put DC in a difficult position. Tristan Stubbs Akshar struggled to find pace during his 12-run innings before taking control of the innings. The DC captain, playing his captaincy innings, scored 56 runs in just 30 balls with the help of eight fours and two sixes. Axar countered brilliantly against both pace and spin, putting the pressure back on Punjab Kings.
Miller then joined the attack and played his trademark finishing innings. The experienced left-handed batsman scored 51 runs from 28 balls, which included four sixes, to force Delhi to chase the target strongly despite the fall of wickets at the other end.
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Madhav Tiwari finished in style
Punjab Kings made a strong comeback Arshdeep SinghWho bowled an excellent spell of 2/21 in four overs. Yash Thakur Took two wickets but proved costly ben dwarshuis And marcus stoinis Failed to control the scoring rate during the death overs.
With the required rate climbing slightly towards the end, Ashutosh Sharma Changed the momentum once again with a stormy innings of 24 runs in 10 balls. Madhav Tiwari This was followed by a memorable all-round performance by scoring 18 not out off just eight balls.
The moment of victory came in dramatic fashion Auqib Nabi Dar Scored 10 runs in just two balls to chase the target in 19 overs. Delhi Capitals eventually reached 216/7 to complete one of the most entertaining run chases of the season. Young all-rounder Tiwari was named player of the match for his impressive contribution in both the innings. He took two important wickets during the Punjab Kings innings and later played a vital role with the bat under pressure to help Delhi Capitals win.
Herr’s fans reacted thus:
Excellent quality finishing VIEW@DelhiCapitals Fans, how excited are you? 🥳
Great win in Dharamshala by 3⃣ wickets✌️
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– IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) 11 May 2026
what a turn this is #PBKSvsDC! Have to admit I didn’t see this coming. great character from @DelhiCapitals. And another young man suddenly comes into limelight #madhavatiwari. there’s a lot to think about #PunjabKings. They should still qualify but it’s a fear now and they really need to…
– Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) 11 May 2026
It is surprising that no spinner was used by DC and Punjab in Dharamshala. Statistics show that from 2023 onwards, spinners have better economy than fast bowlers on this ground. It is surprising that experienced match-winners Axar Patel and Yuzi Chahal have not played any role with the ball in the T20 game.
– Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) 11 May 2026
A fierce run chase as Delhi Capitals is well and truly alive #IPL2026 motiv#PBKSvsDC pic.twitter.com/AX3w2UFtCa
– CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) 11 May 2026
🚨🏏Fourth defeat of Punjab Kings🚨🏏.
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Game snatched from Punjab Kings. #PBKSvsDC #DCvsPBKS pic.twitter.com/GUtQYNuwfh– Lomenn 🍋 (@lomennTea) 11 May 2026
What a game by Delhi Capitals!
In a must-win encounter, DC showed character, composure and fearless determination to defeat Punjab Kings in style.Brilliant half-centuries from Axar Patel and David Miller laid the right foundation, while Ashutosh Sharma and…
– Brijendra Verma (@VermaJi_X) 11 May 2026
Akshar Patel played a blazing inning of 56 runs in 30 balls, David Miller played a blazing inning of 51 runs in 28 balls. His heroics led DC to a thrilling 3-wicket win while chasing 211 vs PBKS (210/5). #PBKSvsDC pic.twitter.com/xdWlNsaaLz
– Mufaddal Shailu (@Shailu_15Jul) 11 May 2026
Great win for Delhi Capitals 🔥🏏
They survive in hunting with great team performance
Big contribution of David Miller, Akshar Patel, Ashutosh Sharma and Madhav Tiwari– Ganesh 🇮🇳 (@GaneshVerse) 11 May 2026
I don’t understand why Delhi Capitals dropped David Miller in the last game,
David Miller played well against PBKS.
Akshar Patel also played well.#PBKSvsDC– Sharik (@siddiquisharik1) 11 May 2026
Akshar Patel played a blazing inning of 56 runs in 30 balls, David Miller played a blazing inning of 51 runs in 28 balls. His heroics led DC to a thrilling 3-wicket win while chasing 211 vs PBKS (210/5). #PBKSvsDC pic.twitter.com/QItQ6aL9Lv
– Umair 🤎🧸 عمیر علی (@umair_nobody) 11 May 2026
DC beat PBKS by 3 wickets. Axar Patel and David Miller hit fifty pic.twitter.com/KaHbwofix4
– Shivansh Rajpal (@rajpalshiv46534) 11 May 2026
Delhi Capitals won by 3 wickets. What a victory. Match winning knocks Axar Patel 56(30), David Miller 51(28) and Ashutosh Sharma 24(10). Madhav Tiwari 2/40 and 18*(8) excellent performance on debut.@DelhiCapitals #IPL2026 #PBKSvDC
– JaayShaan (VaidyaJayShankar) (@JaayShaan) 11 May 2026
what a thrill! PBKS vs DC – DC is on the ropes, but epic battles from Akshar, Miller, Ashutosh and Madhav have kept the playoff dreams alive! 💥🏏 #PBKSvsDC #IPL2026 #DCFightback #thriller #PBKSvsDC David Miller Akshar Patel Ashutosh Sharma @DelhiCapitals
– Karthik KV (@karthik_reddy94) 11 May 2026
First Axar Patel and then David Miller played stormy innings for Delhi Capitals. And this proved to be a match-winning innings for both the players. DC won🙌#PBKSvsDC pic.twitter.com/1vbbkDRBsG
– Vikas Kumar (@vkc1000) 11 May 2026
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