In a pivotal Indian Premier League (IPL) match on April 27, 2026, Josh Hazlewood, the Australian pacer playing for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, made a significant impact by dismissing KL Rahul and Sameer Rizvi on consecutive balls. This early double strike left Delhi Capitals (DC) in a precarious position at 2/3 within the second over, intensifying their playoff challenges. Hazlewood's first wicket came when Rahul, attempting to counter a bouncer, top-edged the ball for a simple catch to wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma. He followed this by enticing Rizvi into a drive that resulted in another catch for Sharma. DC entered this match with mounting pressure after back-to-back losses to Sunrisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings, where they suffered a six-wicket defeat in a record chase. Currently, DC sits sixth in the standings, and further losses could severely impact their playoff hopes, especially given their recent batting inconsistencies despite explosive starts from their top order.