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Rizvi's 70* Seals Capitals' Thrilling IPL Opener
2 Apr
Summary
- Rizvi scored an unbeaten 70 runs off 47 balls to guide Delhi Capitals to victory.
- Delhi Capitals chased down a target of 142 runs against Lucknow Super Giants.
- Rizvi's performance placed him fifth on the Orange Cap leaderboard.
Delhi Capitals commenced their IPL 2026 campaign with a hard-fought 6-wicket triumph over Lucknow Super Giants on April 1st. The Capitals successfully chased a target of 142 runs at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium. Opting to field first, Delhi Capitals managed to bowl out LSG for 141 in 18.4 overs.
Despite facing an early collapse that left them at 4 for 26 in 4.3 overs, Delhi's fortunes turned around. Impact player Sameer Rizvi, who scored an unbeaten 70 off 47 balls, forged a pivotal 119-run partnership with Tristan Stubbs (39 runs off 32 balls). This crucial alliance steered the team towards victory.
With this win, the Delhi Capitals, led by Axar Patel, have earned 2 points and currently sit third in the IPL 2026 standings. Rizvi's stellar performance also propelled him to fifth place in the race for the Orange Cap.
