IPL 2026: Riyan Parag’s late gamble backfires as Delhi Capitals stay alive with win over RR
Delhi Capitals secured a crucial victory against Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026, keeping their playoff hopes alive. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi set a new record for the most sixes by an Indian batter in a single IPL season. Despite a strong start from RR, they fell short of a competitive total, largely due to effective bowling from DC's Madhav Tiwari and others.
- ▪Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hit three sixes, bringing his season total to 43, a new IPL record for an Indian batter.
- ▪Delhi Capitals bowler Madhav Tiwari took 2 wickets for 27 runs, contributing significantly to the team's success.
- ▪Rajasthan Royals were restricted to 193 runs after being well-positioned at 160 for 2 in the 14th over.
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