RCB vs DC IPL 2026: Champs' home record tarnished, David Miller redeems himself in dramatic last over – Action in Images

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By Kartikay Dutta

Updated On Apr 18, 2026 10:02 pm IST

Delhi Capitals ensured that they stay strong in the running with a statement win over RCB – not convincing, but getting the job done in the clutch.

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Delhi Capitals just about get it over the line against Royal Challengers Bengaluru to right the ship. RCB's batting never got purring, restricting them to 175. It wasn't the cleanest chase for DC as they stumbled, but ultimately two sixes and a four in the last over sealed a dramatic win. (PTI)

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It was a good start with ball for Delhi Capitals, keeping things relatively quiet before form man Lungi Ngidi took the key wicket of Virat Kohli. While RCB started at a decent rate, DC kept things in check to ensure things never got out of hand. (REUTERS)

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Phil Salt took a while to really get going, but exploded out of the straps by hammering a quick half-century soon after. RCB were going well nearly halfway through the innings.(PTI)

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Captain Axar Patel was one of three DC bowlers to take 2 wickets in the innings. His wickets and Kuldeep Yadav's ensured that boundaries dried up through the middle overs, creating pressure. (AP)

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Delhi's batting struggles continue. As in their first two wins, they lost early wickets in clusters, thanks to some terrific fielding on behalf RCB. Sameer Rizvi fell to a terrific catch from Jitesh Sharma, after Phil Salt's screamed removed Karun Nair. (REUTERS)

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KL Rahul started with a bang despite the loss of the wickets – he took a liking to Josh Hazlewood, targeting RCB's strike bowlers to ensure DC found runs through the powerplay. On his home turf on his birthday, finished with 57(34).(ANI Picture Service)

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In an all-round excellent effort, Axar came in after KL Rahul's wicket, and counter-attacked with big overs through the middle overs. His boundary hitting was cut short by a bout of cramps, but his bat finally came alive. (AP)

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It wasn't his most fluent innings, but Tristan Stubbs has made a habit of being unbeaten at the end of DC's wins. His half-century was a laboured one, but ensured DC didn't suffer any sort of late collapse.(AP)

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The South African pair of Stubbs and Miller saw the death overs become tougher than they seemed at one point in time – 37 off the last 3 overs at one point. It came down to 15 needed off the last over, where Miller came through in the clutch. (PTI)

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Kartikay Dutta

Kartikay Dutta is a sports writer with the Hindustan Times Sports Desk, having joined in August 2024 to further his professional journey and pursue his long-standing ambition of working in sports media. With a strong interest in cricket, tennis, and football, Kartikay focuses on exploring the deeper layers of sport beyond the immediate action on the field. His work centres on producing insightful long-form and analytical pieces that examine the stories behind performances, teams, and tournaments. He is particularly interested in narratives that intersect with culture, history, and politics, helping readers understand how modern sport evolves within a broader social context. Before joining Hindustan Times, Kartikay worked with leading digital newsrooms in India, where he developed a strong foundation in data-driven storytelling. He is skilled at using statistics, records, and historical trends to uncover patterns and perspectives that add depth to match coverage and sports features. His approach combines research with narrative clarity, allowing complex sporting developments to be presented in an engaging and accessible manner. Kartikay also has a growing passion for multimedia storytelling. He actively explores how photographs, videos, and graphics can enhance sports journalism by illustrating not only what happens during competition but also the preparation, strategy, and operational dynamics behind the scenes. Through this evolving skill set, he aims to contribute to a more immersive and modern form of sports storytelling that connects audiences more closely with the games they follow. Read Less ...Read More

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RCB vs DC IPL 2026: Champs' home record tarnished, David Miller redeems himself in dramatic last over – Action in Images

Delhi Capitals ensured that they stay strong in the running with a statement win over RCB – not convincing, but getting the job done in the clutch.

Delhi Capitals just about get it over the line against Royal Challengers Bengaluru to right the ship. RCB's batting never got purring, restricting them to 175. It wasn't the cleanest chase for DC as they stumbled, but ultimately two sixes and a four in the last over sealed a dramatic win. (PTI)

It was a good start with ball for Delhi Capitals, keeping things relatively quiet before form man Lungi Ngidi took the key wicket of Virat Kohli. While RCB started at a decent rate, DC kept things in check to ensure things never got out of hand. (REUTERS)

Phil Salt took a while to really get going, but exploded out of the straps by hammering a quick half-century soon after. RCB were going well nearly halfway through the innings.(PTI)

Captain Axar Patel was one of three DC bowlers to take 2 wickets in the innings. His wickets and Kuldeep Yadav's ensured that boundaries dried up through the middle overs, creating pressure. (AP)

Delhi's batting struggles continue. As in their first two wins, they lost early wickets in clusters, thanks to some terrific fielding on behalf RCB. Sameer Rizvi fell to a terrific catch from Jitesh Sharma, after Phil Salt's screamed removed Karun Nair. (REUTERS)

KL Rahul started with a bang despite the loss of the wickets – he took a liking to Josh Hazlewood, targeting RCB's strike bowlers to ensure DC found runs through the powerplay. On his home turf on his birthday, finished with 57(34).(ANI Picture Service)

In an all-round excellent effort, Axar came in after KL Rahul's wicket, and counter-attacked with big overs through the middle overs. His boundary hitting was cut short by a bout of cramps, but his bat finally came alive. (AP)

It wasn't his most fluent innings, but Tristan Stubbs has made a habit of being unbeaten at the end of DC's wins. His half-century was a laboured one, but ensured DC didn't suffer any sort of late collapse.(AP)

The South African pair of Stubbs and Miller saw the death overs become tougher than they seemed at one point in time – 37 off the last 3 overs at one point. It came down to 15 needed off the last over, where Miller came through in the clutch. (PTI)

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