Punjab Kings vs Dehli Capitals — Full Match Report & Statistical Breakdown
Tournament Series #1774249632811 • Punjab Kings won the match by 9 run
Key Match Highlights
1. Match Overview & Context
In this 6-over encounter of Tournament Series #1774249632811, Punjab Kings took on Dehli Capitals on Mar 26, 2026, 04:44 AM. After competitive cricket across both innings, the fixture concluded with the official result: Punjab Kings won the match by 9 run. Across the match, spectators witnessed a combined total of 53 runs and 6 wickets fall between Punjab Kings (31/2 in 6.0 overs) and Dehli Capitals (22/4 in 6.0 overs).
2. Punjab Kings Innings Breakdown (31/2)
Batting in the first innings, Punjab Kings finished on 31/2 from 6.0 overs, maintaining an innings run rate of 5.17 runs per over. During the opening 6 overs, Punjab Kings accumulated 31 runs for the loss of 2 wickets. Shiva spearheaded the batting effort with 9 runs off 4 balls (including 0 fours and 0 sixes at a strike rate of 225.0). Valuable middle-order support came from Suresh , who contributed 8 runs off 11 deliveries, while Vijay added 8 (11b). With the ball in the first innings, Santosh led the bowling figures with 1/8 in 2.0 overs (economy 4.00), assisted by Viki (1/5 in 1.0 overs).
3. Dehli Capitals Chase & Second Innings Summary (22/4)
Pursuing a target of 32 runs for victory, Dehli Capitals recorded 22/4 in 6.0 overs at a scoring rate of 3.67 runs per over. Sonu anchored the chase for Dehli Capitals with 12 runs from 18 balls (3 fours, 0 sixes, strike rate 66.7), alongside Santosh who chipped in with 8 off 13 balls. Defending the total, Suresh delivered a key spell of 3/10 across 3.0 overs at an economy rate of 3.33, while Shiva finished with 0/12 (3.0 overs).
4. Partnerships, Fielding & CricÓ MVP Standings
The highest batting stand of the match was forged by Sonu and Santosh (Dehli Capitals), who combined for 20 runs off 31 balls. In the field, both sides combined for 0 catches, 1 run-out, and 0 stumpings, with Shiva making a notable impact in the outfield. According to the CricÓ MVP & Player Points engine—which evaluates runs, boundaries, strike rate milestones, wickets, dot balls, bowling economy, and fielding dismissals—Suresh (Punjab Kings) topped the match rankings with 116.0 total points, followed closely by Santosh (65.0 points). Official Player of the Match honors were awarded to Suresh .