Delhi Capitals secure dramatic IPL 2026 victory over Punjab Kings in Dharamshala

Delhi Capitals have defeated Punjab Kings by three wickets in an IPL 2026 match held at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala. The Delhi side chased down a target of 211 runs, overcoming a significant early deficit to secure the victory.

The match narrative shifted dramatically after Delhi collapsed to 74/4, a situation that appeared insurmountable given the challenging conditions at the venue. Following this setback, Axar Patel and David Miller led a revival in the latter stages of the innings, steering the team toward the finish line.

Axar Patel contributed 56 runs off 30 balls to change the momentum of the game, while David Miller added 51 runs off 28 balls. Their partnership provided the necessary stability after the initial collapse, allowing the lower order to complete the chase with an over to spare.

The finishing innings was sealed by Ashutosh Sharma, who remained unbeaten on 24, alongside Madhav Tiwari (18*) and Auqib Nabi (10*). Earlier in the evening, Sharma had also provided support with the ball, taking 2/40 to assist in the bowling effort before batting.

Punjab Kings were dismissed for 210, with Priyansh Arya providing the only significant resistance for the batting side. Arya scored 56 off 33 balls, including six sixes, but the team could not defend the total against the Delhi revival.

The contest took place on Monday evening, 12 May 2026, at a venue known for conditions that often assist seamers. Despite the surface having just enough life to keep bowlers interested, the Delhi Capitals managed to chase down the target in a display of resilience.