Delhi Capitals Set IPL Record with 264 Runs Against Punjab Kings
IPL: KL Rahul's 152*, Nitish Rana's 91 guide Delhi Capitals to record 264/2 against Punjab Kings
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In a stunning display at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, the Delhi Capitals scored 264 runs for 2 wickets, the highest total in IPL 2026. KL Rahul's unbeaten 152 runs and Nitish Rana's 91 runs led to a record 220-run partnership, challenging the Punjab Kings to maintain their unbeaten streak.
- 01Delhi Capitals posted a record total of 264/2, the highest in IPL 2026.
- 02KL Rahul scored an unbeaten 152 runs off 67 balls.
- 03Nitish Rana contributed with 91 runs off 44 balls.
- 04The partnership between Rahul and Rana was 220 runs, the second-highest in IPL history.
- 05Punjab Kings, previously unbeaten, now face a daunting target of 265 runs.
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The Delhi Capitals achieved a remarkable feat by scoring 264 runs for 2 wickets against the Punjab Kings at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, marking the highest total of the IPL 2026 season. KL Rahul led the charge with an explosive 152 runs off 67 balls, while Nitish Rana supported him with a powerful 91 runs off 44 balls. Their partnership of 220 runs is now the second-highest in IPL history. The Capitals' innings began with a strong start, and despite an early wicket, Rahul capitalized on a dropped catch to dominate the Punjab bowling attack. The Punjab Kings, who had won all their previous matches except one washed-out game, now face the challenge of chasing down 265 runs to keep their unbeaten streak alive. The Punjab bowlers struggled, with Arshdeep Singh and Xavier Bartlett being the only wicket-takers, while Yuzvendra Chahal went wicketless, conceding 42 runs.
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This match sets a new benchmark for batting performances in IPL, raising the expectations for future games and influencing team strategies.
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