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In what will likely be remembered as one of the crucial extraordinary matches in T20 history, the <\/span>Punjab Kings (PBKS)<\/span> chased down a monumental goal of 265 to defeat the <\/span>Delhi Capitals (DC)<\/span> by six wickets on the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Saturday. <\/span><\/p>\n The Match 35 encounter saw records tumble as PBKS reached <\/span>265\/4<\/span> in only <\/span>18.5 overs<\/span>, completing the best successful run chase within the history of the Indian Premier League. This victory cements Punjab\u2019s position at the highest of the points table and keeps their unbeaten streak alive within the 2026 season.<\/span><\/p>\n Earlier within the day, Delhi Capitals captain <\/span>Axar Patel<\/span> won the toss and opted to bat first. What followed was a batting masterclass led by <\/span>KL Rahul<\/span>, who smashed a panoramic <\/span>152 off just 67 balls<\/span>*. Rahul\u2019s innings, which included 16 boundaries and 9 towering sixes, set the record for the best individual rating by an Indian within the IPL. <\/span><\/p>\n He was brilliantly supported by <\/span>Nitish Rana<\/span>, who played a whirlwind knock of <\/span>91 off 44 balls<\/span>. Together, the duo shared an enormous 220-run partnership for the second wicket, propelling Delhi to a staggering total of <\/span>264\/2<\/span>. The Punjab Kings, faced with an almost unimaginable task, began their pursuit with fearless aggression. <\/span><\/p>\n Listed here are some twitter reactions:<\/span><\/p>\n \ud83d\udea8 RECORD WIN BY PUNJAB KINGS \ud83d\udea8\ud83c\udfcf\ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n 250+ targets chased down in Men\u2019s T20s \ud83d\udca5<\/p>\n 265 \u2013 PBKS vs DC, Delhi, 2026 \ud83e\udd76 \u2014 Rushikesh Vadolkar (@RVadolkar) April 25, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n The Chase Masters have reached a brand new peak! \ud83d\udcc8<\/p>\n \u2705 Recent Record: 265\/4 (PBKS vs DC, 2026) KL Rahul\u2019s historic 152* for DC wasn’t enough as Shreyas Iyer & Co. scripted history in Delhi. Pure carnage! \ud83c\udfcf\ud83d\udca5 #IPL<\/a> #CricketStats<\/a>\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/JL6Q0nnDlj<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 COC (@Controversyy3) April 25, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n https:\/\/twitter.com\/tomcruise007_\/status\/2048047377068814365?s=46<\/p>\n https:\/\/twitter.com\/nafees_22\/status\/2048047109849698574?s=46<\/p>\n PBKS chased 265 against DC. That is just unbelievable \ud83d\ude31. Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, Shreyas Iyer \ud83e\udd76- I’m eagerly waiting for the RCB vs PBKS match. It should be absolute cinema \ud83d\udd25\ud83d\udd25 pic.twitter.com\/ghhDCBopPN<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Ishika (@imishikaaa18) April 25, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Well played KARUN NAIR \ud83e\udd1d<\/p>\n Shreyas Iyer escaped twice in a over and won a game for PBKS!!<\/p>\n Pure luck on PBKS side!<\/p>\n Hard luck KL Rahul \ud83d\udc94<\/p>\n DC VS PBKS #DCvsPBKS<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/wJtqd1kRxm<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Muthuvel_Tweets (@Muthuvel_Tweets) April 25, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n SHREYAS IYER IS ON A MISSION!<\/p>\n 4 matches, 4 match-winning masterclasses. The PBKS skipper is batting on a unique level in #IPL2026<\/a>: He is not just winning games; he\u2019s leading an undefeated\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/W8TeEiarsv<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 The Buzz Filter (@TheBuzzFilter) April 25, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Openers <\/span>Prabhsimran Singh<\/span> and <\/span>Priyansh Arya<\/span> took the DC bowlers to the cleaners from the primary over. Prabhsimran was particularly destructive, slamming <\/span>76 off 26 balls<\/span>, while Arya contributed a rapid <\/span>43 off 17<\/span>. Their opening stand of 126 in lower than seven overs provided the obligatory momentum. <\/span><\/p>\n Despite losing just a few quick wickets to <\/span>Kuldeep Yadav (2\/46)<\/span>, PBKS remained heading in the right direction. The ending touches were provided by captain <\/span>Shreyas Iyer<\/span>, who remained unbeaten on <\/span>71 off 36 balls<\/span>. Iyer showed great composure under immense pressure, hitting 7 sixes to bring the goal nearby. <\/span><\/p>\n He was well-supported by <\/span>Shashank Singh (19)<\/span>*, who hit the winning runs with seven balls to spare. This historic win not only highlights Punjab\u2019s incredible batting depth but additionally leaves Delhi looking for answers after failing to defend the best total of the season.<\/span><\/p>\n Get the most recent cricket news here, like us on Facebook<\/a>, and follow us on Twitter<\/a> and Instagram <\/a> for more such updates.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n
262 \u2013 PBKS vs KKR, Kolkata, 2024 \u26a1
259 \u2013 SA vs WI, Centurion, 2023 \ud83d\udd25
258 \u2013 Brisbane Heat vs Perth Scorchers, Brisbane, 2025 \ud83d\udca3
253 \u2013 Middlesex vs Surrey, The Oval,\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/tijEUgeYSN<\/a><\/p>\n\n
\u2705 Old Record: 262\/2 (PBKS vs KKR, 2024)<\/p>\n\n
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\ud83c\udfcf 71*(36) vs DC (Record Chase!)<\/p>\nPrabhsimran, Arya Blitz Powers PBKS as Iyer\u2019s Unbeaten 71 Seals Chase<\/span><\/h3>\n
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