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Capitals Clinch Thrilling 5-Wicket Victory Over Royals
17 May
Summary
- Delhi Capitals secured a vital 5-wicket win, keeping playoff hopes alive.
- Rajasthan Royals posted 193/8, with Jurel and Parag scoring fifties.
- Delhi's openers provided a strong start, setting up the successful chase.
In a crucial IPL 2026 encounter, the Delhi Capitals hosted the Rajasthan Royals at the Arun Jaitely Stadium. Delhi Capitals secured a vital five-wicket victory, significantly boosting their chances of reaching the playoffs.
The Rajasthan Royals, after being asked to bat, posted a formidable 193/8 in their 20 overs. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive 46 off 16 balls set the tone, followed by crucial half-centuries from Dhruv Jurel (53) and captain Riyan Parag (51 off 26 balls), who built a 72-run partnership.
Chasing the target, Delhi Capitals received a flying start from their openers, KL Rahul and Abishek Porel. Porel scored 51, and Rahul contributed 56, establishing a 105-run partnership. Despite losing wickets in the middle overs, skipper Axar Patel guided the team home, with Ashutosh Sharma finishing the match with an unbeaten 18 off 5 balls, winning by five wickets.
