Delhi Capitals continued their poor form in the IPL 2026, losing to Kolkata Knight Riders by 8 wickets at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi. KKR successfully chased down a target of 145 runs with 34 balls to spare, thanks to an outstanding performance by Finn Allen, who scored an unbeaten 100 runs off 47 balls. Delhi's batting lineup struggled, managing only 142 runs in their innings, with Axar Patel (captain) expressing disappointment over the team's performance, particularly after losing five wickets in a short span. He noted that the team needs to adopt a better mindset and absorb pressure during critical moments. As the season progresses, Patel mentioned the need to reassess player strategies and consider changes for the future, indicating that the team is looking ahead to next season while reflecting on their mistakes.