DC vs PBKS highlights IPL 2026: Punjab Kings hunt down 265-run target with 7 balls to spare

Punjab Kings have made a mockery of 265 as they chase it down with 7 balls to spare in a jaw-dropping run chase at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

KL Rahul’s sensational 152 was the headline act for Delhi Capitals, but it has been completely overshadowed by a brutal reply from Punjab’s top order. Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya set the tone with fearless hitting, and Shreyas Iyer finished the job with calm authority as DC’s bowlers had no answers in the end.

Karun Nair puts down another sitter and this could be a major turning point in the game. First it was at long-off and now at long-on as he runs in from the boundary but fails to hold on once again. Absolute frustration for Delhi Capitals in the field as Punjab Kings continue to get lifelines at crucial moments in this chase.

OUT! Delhi Capitals get another crucial breakthrough as Nehal Wadhera departs. Vipraj Nigam floats it full and Wadhera goes for the lofted shot but fails to time it properly. Karun Nair, coming in as a substitute fielder, judges it brilliantly near the rope, leaps high and completes a clean overhead catch while keeping balance inside the boundary.

SIX! Nehal Wadhera gets a slice of fortune as he top edges it over the ropes. T Natarajan drifts down the leg side with a poor length and Wadhera swings across the line, getting a top edge that flies over long leg. Not pretty, but it counts as Punjab Kings continue to stay ahead in the chase.

PBKS: 193/3 in (13.5) overs
Shreyas Iyer: 28 (19)
Nehal Wadhera: 17 (12)

Punjab Kings need 73 runs in 38 balls

SIX! Shreyas Iyer clears the ropes with ease as he takes on Vipraj Nigam. It is tossed up right in the slot and Iyer leans forward before lofting it high over the umpire and into the sightscreen. Punjab Kings continue to target the new bowler and keep the required rate in check with smart hitting.

PBKS: 160/3 in (10.5) overs
Shreyas Iyer: 14 (9)
Nehal Wadhera: 2 (4)

Punjab Kings need 105 runs in 55 balls

OUT! Delhi Capitals are chipping in wickets at the perfect moment here. Kuldeep Yadav continues to deliver under pressure and now removes Cooper Connolly. A classic googly from Kuldeep as he drags the batter forward and goes straight through the gate to hit the stumps. Three quick blows now for DC and Punjab Kings suddenly lose momentum after a flying start.

PBKS: 146/3 in (9.3) overs

Punjab Kings need 120 runs in 64 balls

OUT! Big breakthrough for Delhi Capitals as Kuldeep Yadav strikes. Prabhsimran Singh falls LBW after a brilliant innings. He went back for the pull but the slower delivery held up and hit him right in front of the stumps. A superb change of pace from Kuldeep and Punjab lose their in-form opener after a destructive knock.

OUT! Delhi Capitals get a much needed wicket as Axar Patel removes Priyansh Arya. He keeps it flat on off stump and Arya goes for the pull but finds deep mid-wicket where Sameer Rizvi takes a safe catch. A strong opening partnership finally comes to an end after complete dominance from Punjab Kings.

Prabhsimran Singh delivers an absolutely unreal over as he smashes SIX fours in SIX consecutive deliveries from Mukesh Kumar. It is total carnage at the Arun Jaitley Stadium as nothing works for the bowler—short balls, slower ones, wide yorkers, everything is dispatched with ease. Prabhsimran races to 71 in just 23 balls in one of the most brutal overs seen in IPL history.

PBKS: 116/0 in (6) overs
Prabhsimran Singh: 71 (23)
Priyansh Arya: 38 (14)

Punjab Kings need 149 runs in 84 balls

Prabhsimran Singh brings up a stunning half-century in just 18 balls and continues to tear apart the Delhi Capitals attack. It has been a brutal assault from the start, with three fours and five sixes already in his innings. He is batting in complete control and showing no mercy to the bowlers.

PBKS: 96/0 in (5.1) overs
Prabhsimran Singh: 51 (18)
Priyansh Arya: 38 (14)

Punjab Kings need 169 runs in 89 balls

Prabhsimran Singh is dealing in pure carnage here at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Auqib Nabi oversteps first, and Prabhsimran makes full use of the free-hit, whipping it over deep backward square leg. And he is not done there. The very next legal delivery is smashed again, this time a slower short ball that sits up nicely and is heaved over square leg for another massive six.

Punjab Kings are absolutely flying in this chase, scoring at over 20 runs per over and making a blistering start with both openers in full flow. Prabhsimran and Priyansh Arya have given them a dream platform and they will look to keep this momentum going deep into the innings.

PBKS: 69/0 in (3.2) overs
Prabhsimran Singh: 34 (11)
Priyansh Arya: 31 (10)

Punjab Kings need 196 runs to win

DEEP CONCERNING SCENES! Lungi Ngidi has now been carefully taken off the field in an ambulance after suffering a heavy fall while attempting a catch earlier. The South African pacer remained down for several minutes as medical staff, physios and doctors attended to him urgently on the ground.

He was stretchered off after initial treatment on the field, with the stadium falling completely silent as players from both sides looked on in shock. Further medical evaluation is expected after he has been taken to hospital.

Hemang Badani was seen in active discussion with the medical team, while David Miller and Tristan Stubbs looked visibly distressed. Ricky Ponting also walked out to the middle during the prolonged delay. Dushmantha Chameera is warming up as a possible replacement.

A very worrying moment for Delhi Capitals as Lungi Ngidi suffers a heavy fall while going for a catch off Axar Patel. Priyansh Arya miscues a lofted shot towards mid-off and Ngidi backtracks but fails to complete the catch. He lands awkwardly on his head and stays down immediately, looking in visible pain.

Medical team rushes in straightaway and a stretcher is brought onto the field. It looks like a brutal impact and a very concerning sight for Delhi Capitals players and staff.

PBKS: 43/0 in (2.3) overs
Prabhsimran Singh: 21 (7)
Priyansh Arya: 19 (8)

Punjab Kings need 222 runs to win

SIX! That’s exactly how you respond to a massive total. Priyansh Arya wastes no time as he gets into his rhythm immediately against Auqib Nabi. It is slightly short outside off and Arya swivels across beautifully, pulling it powerfully over mid-wicket for a huge maximum. Punjab Kings begin the chase with intent but still face a mountain ahead.

PBKS: 6/0 in (0.1) overs
Priyansh Arya: 6 (1)
Prabhsimran Singh: 0 (0)

Punjab Kings need 259 runs to win

Delhi Capitals finish with a massive 264/2 on the board, built on a sensational KL Rahul masterclass and strong support from Nitish Rana.