Delhi Capitals (DC) Made a remarkable comeback after defeat Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) Defeated by six wickets in match 5 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee at Ekana Cricket Stadium. Chasing a modest target of 142 runs, DC overcame a bad start with a brilliant innings. Sameer Rizvi And a tight partnership with Tristan Stubbs.
Despite struggling contributions, LSG’s total remains below normal
After being called to bat by the DC captain Akshar PatelLSG struggled to build momentum and were all out for 141 in 18.4 overs. Michelle Marsh He led the score by scoring 35 runs in 28 balls with the help of two fours and three sixes.
However, wickets kept falling at regular intervals, preventing LSG from gaining an advantage early on. captain Rishabh Pant While failing to make an impact at the top nicholas puran And aiden markram Could not convert his start into a big score.
a late push Abdul SamadHe scored 36 runs in 25 balls and helped LSG cross the 140-run mark. Lower-order contributions added some valuable runs, but the total still looked a little low on a good batting surface.
DC’s bowling unit made a collective effort lungi ngidi And T Natarajan Leading with three wickets each. -Kuldeep Yadav Took two important wickets, while Axar Patel also took one wicket.
Mohammed Shami strikes early as DC collapse in powerplay
DC had a very poor start to chase the target. Mohammed Shami Four on the first ball, out KL Rahul For a golden goose. Initial success led to decline Pathum Nissanka, Nitish RanaAnd Akshar Patel Also falling cheaply.
At one point, DC were in trouble at 26/4 in just 4.3 overs, with the LSG bowlers applying constant pressure. Prince Yadav And mohsin khan Provided vital support as he tightened the noose on Shami during the powerplay.
Sameer Rizvi helps Delhi Capitals seal the deal
Just when LSG seemed to be in complete control, Rizvi and Tristan Stubbs Made a match-winning partnership that changed the momentum dramatically. Mixing composure with aggression, Rizvi played a sensational inning of 70 runs in 47 balls and hit five fours and four sixes.
Stubbs complemented him perfectly with a good-paced 39 off 32 balls, ensuring DC steadily rebuilt without taking unnecessary risks. His 50-plus stand not only stabilized the innings but also brought the Capitals firmly back into the contest.
As the partnership grew, the pressure shifted to LSG’s bowlers, who struggled to find success in the middle overs. A well-thought-out approach from the duo ensured that the required run rate remained under control.
With hard work from Rizvi and Stubbs, DC chased the target easily in 17.1 overs and finished at 145/4. Despite the early scare, the Capitals showed resilience and depth in their batting lineup to secure a convincing win.
For LSG, early successes provided hope, but the inability to break the Rizvi-Stubbs partnership proved costly. Apart from the initial burst, their bowlers could not maintain the pressure in the later stages.
Here’s how fans reacted:
Sameer Rizvi – 70*(47) 🫡
What is worth remembering is that he was much appreciated in the domestic arena and finally showed his ability on the big stage and became a superstar for Delhi. pic.twitter.com/okqBtvTLhV
– Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) April 1, 2026
Sameer Rizvi – Influential player. ⭐️
– 70* (47) with 5 fours and 4 sixes while chasing the target of 141 runs! Brilliant innings from Rizvi, he has made a strong start to IPL 2026. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/MB3QWLyKnI
– Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) April 1, 2026
clutch. Effect. Sam. 🤝🔥 pic.twitter.com/mCkNgeuhYm
– Delhi Capitals (@delhicapitals) April 1, 2026
What’s the chase from DC?
– Achieved the target of 142 runs in 17.1 overs from 26/4#Cricket #LSGVSDC #DelhiCapitals #IPL2026 #crickettwitter pic.twitter.com/UVf9vS1kev
– CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) April 1, 2026
🚨Kevin Pietersen on Sameer Rizvi
He said🎙️- “He is an extremely talented player who finished the last IPL strongly and has carried that form forward. Played brilliant innings under pressure when DC were struggling – looks set for a big season.”🔥pic.twitter.com/9vtH2aDIVR
– Sam (@Cricsam01) April 1, 2026
https://twitter.com/Rukshi_Khan_/status/2039397581307134000
It was great to see Sameer Rizvi under pressure!
Incredible innings!
– TheCenturyStand (@thesensitivestand) April 1, 2026
Captain Akshar Patel hugging Hero DC Sameer Rizvi. #DC #lsg #LSGVSDC #aksharpatel #RishabhPant pic.twitter.com/1YExOqwuuU
– Somesh Jangra (@CelebrityGalax) April 1, 2026
🚨The biggest partnership for the 5th wicket in IPL🚨
134* – Yusuf Pathan/Shakib (v GL, 2016)
130* – A Mathews/Owais Shah (December, 2010)
130* – David Miller/R Satish (v RCB, 2013)
121* – AB de Villiers/M Stoinis (v PBKS, 2019)
119* – pic.twitter.com/g88Q1XyNPO– Princy (@HarshitFlickss) April 1, 2026
Coming in as an influential player after 26-4, Sameer Rizvi has played a brilliant innings to take his team ahead.
This is a brilliant innings of 70 runs on this difficult wicket and during those conditions
Tristan Stubbs also played a decisive innings and built a great partnership!
Very good!– Pratik Tales (@cricwithme_PR) April 1, 2026
Sameer Rizvi what an innings man 💙
– King_Kohli_👑 (@AakashVirat15) April 1, 2026
Sameer Rizvi today pic.twitter.com/XsBpyovehl
-Tarun🏏 (@Tarun113344) April 1, 2026
Sameer Rizvi – Influential player. ⭐️
– 70* (47) with 5 fours and 4 sixes pic.twitter.com/XUWxX238kz
– Krykapaglu (@kyraweb3ai) April 1, 2026
Sameer Rizvi is keeping his promise alive
– Half century in just 37 balls in a tough match for the batsmen, it is a matter of great happiness for them, they worked so hard in the domestic. pic.twitter.com/6b9wdrAiKV
– Vivek (@vivek_sing7845) April 1, 2026
Sameer Rizvi did it again! 🔥 He has completely leveled up his batting game and it is clearly visible on the field. The sheer improvement and power hitting is incredible to see! 🏏💥
#SameerRizvi #crickettwitter #powerheating #LSGVSDC pic.twitter.com/yrnnol8M36
– Rezaul Masud Barbhuiya (@rezaul_masud_) April 1, 2026
DC complete the task 💙
Sameer Rizvi and Tristan Stubbs put on a match-winning partnership after a clinical bowling effort
Remained calm under pressure and finished it in style.
– Ganesh 🇮🇳 (@GaneshVerse) April 1, 2026
Great innings by Sameer Rizvi 👏👏motiv
– 70 runs
– 47 balls
– 5 fours
– 4 sixes
– 149 strike rate #IPL2026 #lsgvdc #SamarRizvi pic.twitter.com/UjK3ejzmGq– Ahand Talks Cricket (@AhandSharma9) April 1, 2026
Coming in as an influential player after 26-4, Sameer Rizvi has played a brilliant innings to take his team ahead.
This is a brilliant innings of 70 runs on this difficult wicket and during those conditions
Tristan Stubbs also played a decisive innings and built a great partnership!
Very good!– Pratik Tales (@cricwithme_PR) April 1, 2026
See also: Lungi Ngidi bowls out Nicholas Pooran with a really slow ball during the LSG vs DC game in IPL 2026.
