Delhi Capitals scripted a memorable comeback in IPL 2026 Match 26, defeating Royal Challengers Bengaluru by six wickets in Bengaluru. Tristan Stubbs was the hero, smashing an unbeaten 60 off 47 deliveries and eclipsing Dinesh Karthik’s record in the process.
The South African powerhouse now holds the second spot for most IPL fifties from No. 5 or below for DC, with four such knocks against RCB alone overtaking Karthik’s tally of three. Rishabh Pant leads with six. Stubbs’ gritty innings included four fours and one six, rescuing DC from 18/3.
Teaming up with KL Rahul, he forged a crucial 69-run partnership for the fourth wicket. Axar Patel’s arrival added another 47 runs, and the final flourish with David Miller ensured a comfortable chase. Rahul’s 57 off 34 set the platform, complemented by Axar’s 26 and Miller’s unbeaten 22.
Bowling honors went to Axar Patel (2/18), with Kuldeep Yadav and Lungi Ngidi picking up two wickets apiece. DC’s third win in five matches catapults them to fourth place, signaling strong momentum as the tournament intensifies. Fans are buzzing about Stubbs’ rise as a middle-order maestro.
