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The <\/span>Delhi Capitals (DC)<\/span> scripted history on the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on Friday, May 1, by completing their highest-ever successful run-chase within the IPL, defeating <\/span>Rajasthan Royals (RR)<\/span> by seven wickets. Chasing a frightening goal of <\/span>226<\/span>, Delhi\u2019s batting unit displayed clinical precision to overhaul the entire with five balls to spare. <\/span><\/p>\n This victory not only ended a three-match losing streak for the Capitals but additionally marked their fourth win of the <\/span>IPL 2026<\/span> season, further intensifying the race for the playoffs. Earlier, Rajasthan Royals captain <\/span>Riyan Parag<\/span> won the toss and elected to bat first on a high-scoring Jaipur surface. <\/span><\/p>\n Despite losing openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi inside the first two overs, Parag led from the front with a masterful <\/span>90 off 50 balls<\/span>, featuring eight boundaries and five sixes. He found a gentle partner in <\/span>Dhruv Jurel<\/span>, who contributed a significant <\/span>42 off 30 deliveries<\/span>. <\/span><\/p>\n The actual fireworks, nonetheless, got here from <\/span>Donovan Ferreira<\/span>, who bludgeoned an unbeaten <\/span>47 off just 14 balls<\/span>*, including six towering maximums, propelling RR to a large <\/span>225\/6<\/span>. For Delhi, <\/span>Mitchell Starc<\/span>was the standout bowler, getting back from injury to assert <\/span>3\/40<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n Listed below are some twitter reactions:<\/span><\/p>\n Dc beats RR by 7 wickets and reached sixth place pic.twitter.com\/5YZCbHmLfm<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 cricmawa (@cricmawa) May 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n DC SCRIPT THEIR HIGHEST SUCCESSFUL CHASE! \ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n The Capitals arrest a 3-match losing streak to win by 7\u20e3 wickets. RR fail to defend a rating of 225 or more for the second time in as many home games!#RRvsDC<\/a> #IPL2026<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/8WpbkrzvCb<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Cricbuzz (@cricbuzz) May 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n BCCI’s different rules for various players:\ud83e\udd21<\/p>\n Within the GT vs RCB match, when Kohli celebrated Gill’s wicket aggressively, then BCCI had no problem\u2014 why did he rejoice like that against the Indian captain?<\/p>\n But within the very next game, DC vs RR match, when Kyle Jamieson\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/3bvKyRJ1V6<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Suresh N (@TheDugoutStats) May 2, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Highest successful chases for DC in IPL<\/p>\n 226 vs RR, Jaipur, 2026*<\/p>\n 210 vs LSG, Vizag, 2025<\/p>\n 209 vs GL, Delhi, 2017<\/p>\n 207 vs PBKS, Jaipur, 2025 pic.twitter.com\/0ffQTk5npk<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Vinod Bro (@VinodBro13648) May 2, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n 226 CHASED DOWN! \ud83d\ude31 DC makes an announcement as Rahul & Nissanka go berserk against RR. Is that this the very best chase of #IPL2026<\/a>? Tonight: #CSKvsMI<\/a> at Chepauk! \ud83e\udd81 vs \ud83d\udc99 #DCvsRR<\/a>https:\/\/t.co\/JFyr6275jT<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/Y6wwb2IbDa<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 CrickFan (@cric_fan222) May 2, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Should you observe closely :<\/p>\n The 4 captains who’re near the trophy \u2013 3 are in Top 4.<\/p>\n GT won the match against RCB \u2013 Gill is standing. And in today’s match MI vs CSK each Pandya and Gaikwad are standing.<\/p>\n Should you take a look at the larger\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/Aj7lHRsftN<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Drona (@drona_17) May 2, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n RECORD CHASE! \ud83d\udd25 DC just pulled off their HIGHEST EVER IPL chase, hunting down 225 vs RR! Rahul & Nissanka, you absolute legends! My heart nearly stopped! What a match! #Cricket<\/a> #DCvsRR<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/iSqJZB0zFC<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Blue Jersey Bulletin (@BlueBulletin45) May 1, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Delhi\u2019s response was spectacular from the outset as openers <\/span>Pathum Nissanka<\/span> and <\/span>KL Rahul<\/span>dismantled the Royals\u2019 bowling attack with a 110-run partnership in lower than ten overs. Nissanka was the first aggressor, smashing <\/span>62 off 33 balls<\/span>, while Rahul anchored the chase with a sublime <\/span>75 off 40 deliveries<\/span>, including six fours and five sixes. <\/span><\/p>\n Although <\/span>Ravindra Jadeja<\/span> provided a breakthrough by removing Nissanka, and <\/span>Jofra Archer<\/span>eventually dismissed Rahul, the momentum remained with the visitors. <\/span>Nitish Rana<\/span> played an important cameo of <\/span>33 off 17 balls<\/span> to maintain the required rate under control.<\/span><\/p>\n In the ultimate stages, <\/span>Tristan Stubbs (18)<\/span>* and <\/span>Ashutosh Sharma (25)<\/span>* remained composed to make sure there have been no late hiccups. Ashutosh finished the sport in the ultimate over, guiding DC to a complete of <\/span>226\/3<\/span>in 19.1 overs. <\/span><\/p>\n KL Rahul<\/span> was rightfully named the <\/span>Player of the Match<\/span> for his match-winning captain\u2019s knock, which also saw him reclaim the <\/span>Orange Cap<\/span>. For Rajasthan, it was a tricky night at home as their bowlers, including Tushar Deshpande and Nandre Burger, struggled to contain the relentless onslaught from the Delhi batters.<\/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
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Nissanka And Rahul Power Delhi With 110-Run Opening Stand<\/span><\/h3>\n
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