Delhi Capitals edged past Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a dramatic last-over finish at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday, silencing a packed home crowd.
Chasing 176, Delhi appeared in control for large parts of the innings but nearly let the match slip after slowing down during the middle overs.
Chase turns tense
The visitors began steadily and kept the required rate manageable. However, a sluggish middle phase and wickets at crucial moments shifted pressure back onto the batting side.
RCB bowlers fought strongly to drag the contest deep, giving home fans hope of a memorable comeback.
Final over drama
With 15 runs needed from the last over, Romario Shepherd was handed the ball for Bengaluru.
David Miller and Tristan Stubbs began the over with singles, briefly energising the crowd.
But Delhi held their nerve in the decisive moments and crossed the line to complete an important away victory.
Blow for Bengaluru
The defeat was a setback for RCB, who had entered the contest in strong form and were hoping to strengthen their position near the top of the points table.
Despite the loss, Bengaluru’s bowlers earned praise for taking the game to the final over after defending a modest total.
Capitals boost campaign
For Delhi Capitals, the win could prove vital in reviving momentum during the IPL 2026 season, especially after inconsistent earlier results.
The thrilling finish once again underlined why the Chinnaswamy remains one of the league’s most dramatic venues.