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.