In the IPL 2026 match at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, Delhi Capitals set a challenging target of 204 runs for Kolkata Knight Riders by scoring 203/5 in their innings. KL Rahul was the star performer for DC, scoring 60 runs off just 30 balls, featuring four sixes and five boundaries. The innings started with a solid partnership, as the openers added 40 runs before the first wicket fell. Axar Patel, the captain, played a vital role, scoring 39 runs off 25 balls, and forming a crucial partnership of 41 runs with David Miller, who contributed 29 runs off 18 balls. Ashutosh Sharma also made a valuable contribution, remaining unbeaten on 18 runs. For KKR, Kartik Tyagi struggled, giving away 55 runs in his four overs without taking a wicket, while Sunil Narine, Varun Chakaravarthy, and Anukul Roy took one wicket each. Despite both teams being out of playoff contention, the match remains significant for improving their standings in the league.