IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals chase down 226 to end losing streak with win over Rajasthan Royals

Delhi Capitals snapped their losing run in emphatic fashion on Friday, hunting down a daunting 226 to beat Rajasthan Royals by seven wickets in Jaipur.

The chase -their highest ever in the Indian Premier Pathum Nissankampleted with five balls to spare, marking a sharp turnaround after their previous collapse against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

The foundation was laid early by KL Rahul and Pathum Nissanka, who took control from the outset with a fearless approach in the powerplay. The pair added 70 in the first six overs and stretched their opening stand to 110, putting Rajasthan immediately on the back foot.


Nissanka played the aggressor, carving out a fluent 62 off 33 balls, while Rahul anchored the innings with a composed 75.

Even after Nissanka’s dismissal, the tempo barely dipped. Nitish Rana chipped in with a brisk 33 off 17 balls to keep the chase on track.

Rajasthan managed to create a brief opening when Rahul fell in the 16th over, but Delhi still had the equation under control.

Tristan Stubbs and Ashutosh Sharma ensured there were no late nerves, combining for an assured finish to seal the result with five deliveries remaining.

The win lifts Delhi to their fourth victory of the season and into the mid-table mix.

Parag, Ferreira power Royals to 225

Earlier, Rajasthan’s total of 225/6 looked more than competitive, built around a commanding innings from skipper Riyan Parag. Walking in after two early wickets, Parag steadied the innings before shifting gears, eventually striking 90 off 50 balls — his first major knock of the season.

He shared a crucial 100-plus stand with Dhruv Jurel, who contributed a measured 42. Late in the innings, Donovan Ferreira delivered a stunning cameo, smashing 47 not out off just 14 balls to push the Royals well past the 200 mark.

Delhi’s bowlers endured a challenging evening, though Mitchell Starc made a strong impact on his return, picking up 3 for 40, including the key wicket of Parag to halt Rajasthan’s momentum in the closing overs.

Brief scores:

Rajasthan Royals 225/6 (Riyan Parag 90, Dhruv Jurel 42, Donovan Ferreira 47*; Mitchell Starc 3/40)

Delhi Capitals 226/3 in 19.1 overs (KL Rahul 75, Pathum Nissanka 62, Nitish Rana 33)