- News
- Sports News
- Cricket News
- SRH vs DC Highlights, IPL 2026: Abhishek Sharma ton, Eshan Malinga four-fer lead SRH to third consecutive win
THE TIMES OF INDIA | Apr 22, 2026, 09:28:30 IST
Share
SRH vs DC Highlights, IPL 2026: Abhishek Sharma ton, Eshan Malinga four-fer lead SRH to third consecutive win
SRH vs DC Highlights, IPL 2026: Eshan Malinga’s outstanding four-wicket spell guided Sunrisers Hyderabad to a commanding 47-run win over Delhi Capitals in Hyderabad, capping off a dominant all-round display.
Chasing a massive 242, DC started steadily with Nissanka and KL Rahul before early breakthroughs disrupted their rhythm. Nissanka fell for 8, but Rahul briefly countered with a six and a four off Nitish Kumar Reddy. Nitish Rana then injected momentum with a quick-fire 16-run burst as DC reached 45/1 early on.
However, the middle overs proved costly. Shivang Kumar was taken for 19 runs in one over, and although Rahul brought up a solid contribution, he was dismissed for 37 by Sakib Hussain. From there, SRH seized control.
Malinga struck decisively, removing both Nitish Rana (57) and David Miller in quick succession, breaking the backbone of DC’s chase. Rizvi tried to fight back with a six, and Stubbs added 27, but wickets kept falling at crucial stages.
Malinga finished with superb figures of 4/32, while Harsh Dubey cleaned up the tail with three wickets in the final over, restricting DC to 195/9.
Earlier, SRH had posted a mammoth 242/2, powered by Abhishek Sharma’s unbeaten 135 off 68 balls, featuring 10 sixes. Heinrich Klaasen’s blistering 37 off 13 further accelerated the innings, ensuring a daunting total.
Despite brief resistance from DC’s top order, SRH’s bowling discipline and Malinga’s brilliance ensured a comfortable victory and a complete team performance.
IPL 2026 Points Table | IPL stats | IPL Schedule
Chasing a massive 242, DC started steadily with Nissanka and KL Rahul before early breakthroughs disrupted their rhythm. Nissanka fell for 8, but Rahul briefly countered with a six and a four off Nitish Kumar Reddy. Nitish Rana then injected momentum with a quick-fire 16-run burst as DC reached 45/1 early on.
However, the middle overs proved costly. Shivang Kumar was taken for 19 runs in one over, and although Rahul brought up a solid contribution, he was dismissed for 37 by Sakib Hussain. From there, SRH seized control.
Malinga struck decisively, removing both Nitish Rana (57) and David Miller in quick succession, breaking the backbone of DC’s chase. Rizvi tried to fight back with a six, and Stubbs added 27, but wickets kept falling at crucial stages.
Malinga finished with superb figures of 4/32, while Harsh Dubey cleaned up the tail with three wickets in the final over, restricting DC to 195/9.
Earlier, SRH had posted a mammoth 242/2, powered by Abhishek Sharma’s unbeaten 135 off 68 balls, featuring 10 sixes. Heinrich Klaasen’s blistering 37 off 13 further accelerated the innings, ensuring a daunting total.
Despite brief resistance from DC’s top order, SRH’s bowling discipline and Malinga’s brilliance ensured a comfortable victory and a complete team performance.
IPL 2026 Points Table | IPL stats | IPL Schedule
09:28 (IST) Apr 22
Delhi Capitals conceded their highest total of IPL 2026, 242 runs, powered by a sensational unbeaten 135 from Abhishek Sharma, who batted through the entire 20 overs. Following the defeat, former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin criticised skipper Axar Patel for questionable decisions during the match.
Sunrisers Hyderabad continued their strong run with a commanding 47-run win, driven by Abhishek’s 68-ball masterclass, which included 10 fours and 10 sixes. He was well supported by Travis Head (37) and Heinrich Klaasen (37* off 13), helping SRH post a daunting 242/2.
Sunrisers Hyderabad continued their strong run with a commanding 47-run win, driven by Abhishek’s 68-ball masterclass, which included 10 fours and 10 sixes. He was well supported by Travis Head (37) and Heinrich Klaasen (37* off 13), helping SRH post a daunting 242/2.
09:27 (IST) Apr 22
Abhishek Sharma registered his ninth T20 century and his second-highest score in the IPL, while also batting through the full 20 overs for the first time in his IPL career. His brilliant unbeaten 135 powered Sunrisers Hyderabad to a massive total of 242, which the team successfully defended, sealing a 47-run win over Delhi Capitals. Following the knock, his mentor Yuvraj Singh heaped praise on his protégé, saying, “Let the bat do the work!”
Sunrisers Hyderabad continued their strong run in IPL 2026 with a 47-run win over Delhi Capitals, powered by a sensational unbeaten 135 from Abhishek Sharma. His 68-ball knock, featuring 10 fours and 10 sixes, guided SRH to a massive 242/2, with support from Travis Head (37) and Heinrich Klaasen (37* off 13).
Sunrisers Hyderabad continued their strong run in IPL 2026 with a 47-run win over Delhi Capitals, powered by a sensational unbeaten 135 from Abhishek Sharma. His 68-ball knock, featuring 10 fours and 10 sixes, guided SRH to a massive 242/2, with support from Travis Head (37) and Heinrich Klaasen (37* off 13).
09:26 (IST) Apr 22
Abhishek Sharma produced one of the most electrifying knocks of IPL 2026, but it was the emotional and jubilant scenes in the stands that truly captured the internet’s attention. As the Sunrisers Hyderabad opener brought up his stunning century, cameras panned to a beaming Kavya Maran and Abhishek’s father, Raj Kumar Sharma — both erupting in pure, unfiltered joy.
Abhishek’s unbeaten 135 off 68 balls powered SRH to a massive 242/2 against Delhi Capitals, setting up a commanding 47-run win. His knock, laced with 10 fours and 10 sixes, is now among the highest individual scores in IPL history and has quickly become one of the defining innings of the season.
Abhishek’s unbeaten 135 off 68 balls powered SRH to a massive 242/2 against Delhi Capitals, setting up a commanding 47-run win. His knock, laced with 10 fours and 10 sixes, is now among the highest individual scores in IPL history and has quickly become one of the defining innings of the season.
🏏 Cricket Match Prediction
How exciting was this match?
Tap to make your prediction
06:30 (IST) Apr 22
SRH vs DC: Abhishek Sharma shines with 135 as DC pay for missed chances
Abhishek Sharma credited Sunrisers Hyderabad’s 2024 season as the turning point in his career after smashing an unbeaten 135 off 68 balls in a dominant win over Delhi Capitals. The top-ranked T20 batter highlighted how the freedom and backing from leadership helped unlock his potential.
“Team coaches (Daniel Vettori) and captain (Pat Cummins) created an environment where you can express yourself… the environment we had in SRH in 2024 was game-changer,” Abhishek said, adding that the franchise encouraged youngsters to grow.
He also shared a light moment about his father’s presence in the stands: “He always sits close to the sightscreen… whenever I look at him, he has an advice.”
Reflecting on the innings, Abhishek revealed SRH had to adapt as the pitch wasn’t entirely flat. “It was a bit slow and we had to replan… you don’t know par score till you play 20 overs,” he noted.
Captain Ishan Kishan praised the team’s adaptability, saying, “Don’t have much to say when you have 200 plus score on a track where pitch gets slower.”
For Delhi Capitals, skipper Axar Patel pointed to costly fielding lapses: “Run-out chance missed and missed catch did cost us dearly.” However, he dismissed talk of changes, calling it “an off day.”
“Team coaches (Daniel Vettori) and captain (Pat Cummins) created an environment where you can express yourself… the environment we had in SRH in 2024 was game-changer,” Abhishek said, adding that the franchise encouraged youngsters to grow.
He also shared a light moment about his father’s presence in the stands: “He always sits close to the sightscreen… whenever I look at him, he has an advice.”
Reflecting on the innings, Abhishek revealed SRH had to adapt as the pitch wasn’t entirely flat. “It was a bit slow and we had to replan… you don’t know par score till you play 20 overs,” he noted.
Captain Ishan Kishan praised the team’s adaptability, saying, “Don’t have much to say when you have 200 plus score on a track where pitch gets slower.”
For Delhi Capitals, skipper Axar Patel pointed to costly fielding lapses: “Run-out chance missed and missed catch did cost us dearly.” However, he dismissed talk of changes, calling it “an off day.”
06:28 (IST) Apr 22
Heinrich Klaasen continued his remarkable run in IPL 2026, reaching a major milestone during Sunrisers Hyderabad’s dominant batting display against Delhi Capitals.
Klaasen became the third-fastest batter to 100 sixes in IPL history, getting there in just 52 innings. Only Chris Gayle (37 innings) and Andre Russell (47 innings) have reached the mark quicker, placing the South African among the most explosive hitters the league has seen.
The landmark came in a game dominated by Abhishek Sharma, who smashed an unbeaten 135 off 68 balls to power SRH to a massive 242 for 2 after Delhi Capitals opted to bowl first. Klaasen played the perfect finishing role, hammering a quickfire 37* off just 13 balls to cap off the innings in style.
Before this game, Klaasen was the top run-scorer of IPL 2026, not just for SRH, highlighting his incredible form this season. Even after being overtaken by Abhishek’s knock in this match, his numbers remain outstanding — 320 runs at an average of 53.33 and a strike rate of 153.11.
Klaasen became the third-fastest batter to 100 sixes in IPL history, getting there in just 52 innings. Only Chris Gayle (37 innings) and Andre Russell (47 innings) have reached the mark quicker, placing the South African among the most explosive hitters the league has seen.
The landmark came in a game dominated by Abhishek Sharma, who smashed an unbeaten 135 off 68 balls to power SRH to a massive 242 for 2 after Delhi Capitals opted to bowl first. Klaasen played the perfect finishing role, hammering a quickfire 37* off just 13 balls to cap off the innings in style.
Before this game, Klaasen was the top run-scorer of IPL 2026, not just for SRH, highlighting his incredible form this season. Even after being overtaken by Abhishek’s knock in this match, his numbers remain outstanding — 320 runs at an average of 53.33 and a strike rate of 153.11.
06:28 (IST) Apr 22
SRH vs DC: Axar Patel credits Abhishek Sharma blitz as DC fall to SRH
Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel admitted that Abhishek Sharma’s sensational batting display proved to be the decisive factor in their defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad in Tuesday’s IPL clash in Hyderabad. Sharma’s explosive century, combined with a rapid cameo from Heinrich Klaasen, propelled SRH to a daunting 242/2, leaving DC with an uphill task.
Patel defended his bowlers, stating they largely executed their plans well but were outclassed by exceptional strokeplay. He emphasized that when a batter performs at such a high level despite good deliveries, there is little bowlers can do. Klaasen’s aggressive support at the other end further compounded DC’s challenges.
Chasing 243, Delhi never truly recovered from early setbacks despite some middle-order resistance. Regular wickets under pressure stalled any momentum, eventually resulting in a 47-run defeat. Earlier, Eshan Malinga’s impressive four-wicket haul ensured SRH maintained control throughout the chase.
Despite the loss, Patel expressed confidence in his team’s overall performance this season, insisting there is no need for immediate changes. He described the match as an “off day” on a batting-friendly pitch and urged the side to move on quickly.
SRH, meanwhile, dominated from start to finish with a commanding all-round performance.
Patel defended his bowlers, stating they largely executed their plans well but were outclassed by exceptional strokeplay. He emphasized that when a batter performs at such a high level despite good deliveries, there is little bowlers can do. Klaasen’s aggressive support at the other end further compounded DC’s challenges.
Chasing 243, Delhi never truly recovered from early setbacks despite some middle-order resistance. Regular wickets under pressure stalled any momentum, eventually resulting in a 47-run defeat. Earlier, Eshan Malinga’s impressive four-wicket haul ensured SRH maintained control throughout the chase.
Despite the loss, Patel expressed confidence in his team’s overall performance this season, insisting there is no need for immediate changes. He described the match as an “off day” on a batting-friendly pitch and urged the side to move on quickly.
SRH, meanwhile, dominated from start to finish with a commanding all-round performance.
🏏 Cricket Match Prediction
Rate SRH's performance in this match
Tap to make your prediction
23:25 (IST) Apr 21
IPL Live Score: SRH beat DC by 47 runs
Sunrisers Hyderabad wrapped up a dominant 47-run victory after Delhi Capitals’ chase fell apart in the final over, finishing on 195 for 9 in their 20 overs. The over began with immediate pressure as Harsh Dubey struck twice in quick succession, removing both Axar Patel and Sameer Rizvi with well-executed plans at the death.
Axar tried to force the pace but mistimed his big hit, finding Nitish Reddy at deep mid-wicket, before Rizvi, who had fought hard for his 41, attempted another aggressive shot and holed out to long-on, effectively ending DC’s hopes.
Kuldeep Yadav tried to keep things going with a couple of runs, including a scrambled leg bye, but the required rate and wickets made the task impossible. Lungi Ngidi walked in as the last batter but could not survive long, falling to a regulation catch to seal the match.
Harsh Dubey finished with a crucial spell at the death, picking up three wickets in a tight final over and shutting down any chance of a late twist.
SRH 242/2 beat DC 195/9 by 47 runs
Axar tried to force the pace but mistimed his big hit, finding Nitish Reddy at deep mid-wicket, before Rizvi, who had fought hard for his 41, attempted another aggressive shot and holed out to long-on, effectively ending DC’s hopes.
Kuldeep Yadav tried to keep things going with a couple of runs, including a scrambled leg bye, but the required rate and wickets made the task impossible. Lungi Ngidi walked in as the last batter but could not survive long, falling to a regulation catch to seal the match.
Harsh Dubey finished with a crucial spell at the death, picking up three wickets in a tight final over and shutting down any chance of a late twist.
SRH 242/2 beat DC 195/9 by 47 runs
23:20 (IST) Apr 21
IPL Live Score: SRH have the match in their pocket
Delhi Capitals manage only 6 runs in the 19th over as Sakib Hussain tightens the screws at the death. The over begins with Sameer Rizvi trying to keep the chase alive, working the ball into gaps with controlled singles and a couple of smart placements through cover and short third.
Axar Patel also chips in with steady rotation, nudging deliveries into the off side and leg side to keep the strike moving, but boundaries remain hard to come by. Sakib varies his pace well, mixing off-cutters and fuller deliveries to disrupt timing and force the batters into cautious strokeplay.
Despite a couple of tidy running efforts between the wickets, DC are unable to find the big hits they desperately need at this stage of the chase.
DC 192/6 after 19 overs in 243 chase
Axar Patel also chips in with steady rotation, nudging deliveries into the off side and leg side to keep the strike moving, but boundaries remain hard to come by. Sakib varies his pace well, mixing off-cutters and fuller deliveries to disrupt timing and force the batters into cautious strokeplay.
Despite a couple of tidy running efforts between the wickets, DC are unable to find the big hits they desperately need at this stage of the chase.
DC 192/6 after 19 overs in 243 chase
23:15 (IST) Apr 21
IPL Live Score: Delhi Capitals suffer another big blow; Delhi Capitals need 57 runs in 12 balls
Delhi Capitals suffer another big blow as Eshan Malinga delivers a match-defining spell, conceding just 9 runs while picking up his fourth wicket. The over starts with Ashutosh Sharma trying to counterattack, finding a boundary through an inside edge after attempting a big swing across the line.
However, Malinga quickly regains control with sharp variations, mixing full deliveries and slower balls that keep the batters guessing. Ashutosh manages a couple of runs and is briefly helped by two wides as Malinga loses his radar for a moment, but the pressure keeps building with dot balls and missed strokes.
The breakthrough comes right at the end when Ashutosh is caught at deep point, giving Malinga his fourth wicket of the innings and effectively tightening SRH’s grip on the game. Rizvi also contributes a single, but DC lose momentum at a crucial stage.
DC 186/6 after 18 overs in 243 chase
However, Malinga quickly regains control with sharp variations, mixing full deliveries and slower balls that keep the batters guessing. Ashutosh manages a couple of runs and is briefly helped by two wides as Malinga loses his radar for a moment, but the pressure keeps building with dot balls and missed strokes.
The breakthrough comes right at the end when Ashutosh is caught at deep point, giving Malinga his fourth wicket of the innings and effectively tightening SRH’s grip on the game. Rizvi also contributes a single, but DC lose momentum at a crucial stage.
DC 186/6 after 18 overs in 243 chase
23:08 (IST) Apr 21
IPL Live Score: The game slipping away from DC's grip, 66 needed off last 3 overs
Delhi Capitals pick up 10 runs in the 17th over against Harsh Dubey, with Ashutosh Sharma and Sameer Rizvi keeping the chase alive through steady accumulation. The over begins cautiously, but Ashutosh finds the gap straight away, punching a loose delivery for a boundary to get momentum going.
He then continues to rotate strike with a couple of well-timed singles and adds another two runs down the ground, looking comfortable against the left-arm spin. Rizvi also chips in with a couple of runs, including a flat-batted stroke over extra cover, though he is given a lifeline when a catching chance is dropped at deep extra cover.
Dubey mixes his pace and flight, but struggles to contain the flow as DC keep ticking along. Despite the missed opportunity in the deep, SRH manage to keep boundaries limited after the early four.
DC 177/5 after 17 overs in 243 chase
He then continues to rotate strike with a couple of well-timed singles and adds another two runs down the ground, looking comfortable against the left-arm spin. Rizvi also chips in with a couple of runs, including a flat-batted stroke over extra cover, though he is given a lifeline when a catching chance is dropped at deep extra cover.
Dubey mixes his pace and flight, but struggles to contain the flow as DC keep ticking along. Despite the missed opportunity in the deep, SRH manage to keep boundaries limited after the early four.
DC 177/5 after 17 overs in 243 chase
23:01 (IST) Apr 21
IPL Live Score: OUT! DC lose Tristan Stubbs
Delhi Capitals collect 12 runs in the 16th over but suffer a crucial setback as Eshan Malinga strikes again, removing Tristan Stubbs. The over starts with Stubbs in aggressive touch, picking up a couple of boundaries: first a powerful pull through mid-wicket and then a clever reverse scoop over short third as he continues to use unorthodox shots effectively.
However, Malinga keeps his composure, mixing slower balls and fuller deliveries to disrupt rhythm. Stubbs finally falls while attempting another reverse scoop, only to find the fielder at short third, ending a dangerous knock just as he was accelerating.
Ashutosh Sharma walks in and gets off the mark with a single, but the wicket shifts momentum back towards SRH.
DC 167/5 after 16 overs in 243 chase
However, Malinga keeps his composure, mixing slower balls and fuller deliveries to disrupt rhythm. Stubbs finally falls while attempting another reverse scoop, only to find the fielder at short third, ending a dangerous knock just as he was accelerating.
Ashutosh Sharma walks in and gets off the mark with a single, but the wicket shifts momentum back towards SRH.
DC 167/5 after 16 overs in 243 chase
22:58 (IST) Apr 21
DC vs SRH Live Score, IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals collect 9 runs in the 15th over
Delhi Capitals collect 9 runs in the 15th over off Sakib Hussain, with both Sameer Rizvi and Tristan Stubbs keeping the scoreboard ticking through steady rotation. The over begins with Rizvi working a full delivery into the leg side, before Stubbs takes a single to keep the strike moving.
Stubbs also finds the only boundary of the over, timing a flick nicely down the leg side after Sakib strays in line, beating the fielder at short fine. Rizvi continues to rotate strike with a couple of singles and a mistimed shot into the leg side and backward point region. There is also a brief LBW review, but it goes DC’s way after UltraEdge confirms an inside edge.
Despite the lack of big hits, DC keep themselves in the hunt through steady accumulation.
DC 155/4 after 15 overs in 243 chase
Stubbs also finds the only boundary of the over, timing a flick nicely down the leg side after Sakib strays in line, beating the fielder at short fine. Rizvi continues to rotate strike with a couple of singles and a mistimed shot into the leg side and backward point region. There is also a brief LBW review, but it goes DC’s way after UltraEdge confirms an inside edge.
Despite the lack of big hits, DC keep themselves in the hunt through steady accumulation.
DC 155/4 after 15 overs in 243 chase
22:51 (IST) Apr 21
IPL Live Score: Sameer Rizvi looks to have found the rhythm
Delhi Capitals break into acceleration mode in the 14th over, collecting 16 runs off Nitish Kumar Reddy as Sameer Rizvi and Tristan Stubbs find their rhythm. The over begins with Stubbs setting the tone, hammering a missed yorker straight down the ground for a clean six.
Rizvi then takes over the scoring responsibility, initially picking up a couple of runs through a fumble in the deep before launching a full-length delivery over long-on for another maximum. Even though he misses out on a full toss and mistimes one later to deep mid-wicket, his intent keeps the pressure firmly on the bowler.
Stubbs also chips in with a couple of valuable singles to keep the strike moving as Reddy struggles with his yorker execution.
DC 146/4 after 14 overs in 243 chase.
Rizvi then takes over the scoring responsibility, initially picking up a couple of runs through a fumble in the deep before launching a full-length delivery over long-on for another maximum. Even though he misses out on a full toss and mistimes one later to deep mid-wicket, his intent keeps the pressure firmly on the bowler.
Stubbs also chips in with a couple of valuable singles to keep the strike moving as Reddy struggles with his yorker execution.
DC 146/4 after 14 overs in 243 chase.
22:45 (IST) Apr 21
SRH vs DC Live Score, IPL 2026: All eyes on Sameer Rizvi now
Delhi Capitals collect 12 runs in the 13th over off Dilshan Madushanka, with Sameer Rizvi continuing to play the lead role in the chase. The over starts with Rizvi immediately looking to attack, using the angle well as he carves a slower ball over extra cover for a clean boundary. He follows it up later in the over with another smart four, this time ramping a short delivery fine over short third after adjusting quickly to the pace variation.
Tristan Stubbs supports him with steady strike rotation, picking up a couple of singles and ensuring the scoreboard keeps moving without much risk. Madushanka tries to mix his lengths and use slower balls, but Rizvi stays positive and keeps finding gaps despite the changes in pace.
DC 130/4 after 13 overs in 243 chase
Tristan Stubbs supports him with steady strike rotation, picking up a couple of singles and ensuring the scoreboard keeps moving without much risk. Madushanka tries to mix his lengths and use slower balls, but Rizvi stays positive and keeps finding gaps despite the changes in pace.
DC 130/4 after 13 overs in 243 chase
22:44 (IST) Apr 21
SRH vs DC Live Score, IPL 2026: Shivang Kumar finishes a quick one
Delhi Capitals collect 9 runs in the 12th over but fail to fully break free as Shivang Kumar keeps things under control after an early setback. The over begins with a bang as Sameer Rizvi takes him on immediately, stepping out and lofting the googly cleanly over long-on for a confident six.
However, Shivang quickly adjusts with smart variations in flight and pace, forcing the batters into errors and mistimed shots. Rizvi is unable to sustain the pressure, picking up only a couple of singles while also mistiming one towards long-off. Tristan Stubbs also finds it difficult to rotate fluently, managing just a single and a safe push into the off side.
Despite the early maximum, Shivang pulls things back well and prevents any real acceleration.
DC 118/4 after 12 overs in 243 chase.
However, Shivang quickly adjusts with smart variations in flight and pace, forcing the batters into errors and mistimed shots. Rizvi is unable to sustain the pressure, picking up only a couple of singles while also mistiming one towards long-off. Tristan Stubbs also finds it difficult to rotate fluently, managing just a single and a safe push into the off side.
Despite the early maximum, Shivang pulls things back well and prevents any real acceleration.
DC 118/4 after 12 overs in 243 chase.
22:34 (IST) Apr 21
IPL Live Score: OUT! DC lose Nitish Rana, Miller in back-to-back deliveries
Delhi Capitals face a dramatic shift in momentum as Eshan Malinga tightens the screws in the 11th over, conceding just 2 runs while keeping things extremely disciplined with two wickets of Nitish Rana and David Miller. Then, DC become cautious with Tristan Stubbs and Sameer Rizvi struggling to get going, managing only a couple of singles as Malinga keeps hitting hard lengths and full, straight lines.
There is visible pressure on the batters with a brief mix-up in running, but no damage is done as Stubbs survives a nervy passage. Rizvi also rotates strike with a single through mid-wicket, but boundaries remain elusive under Malinga’s control.
DC 109/4 after 11 overs in chase of 243
There is visible pressure on the batters with a brief mix-up in running, but no damage is done as Stubbs survives a nervy passage. Rizvi also rotates strike with a single through mid-wicket, but boundaries remain elusive under Malinga’s control.
DC 109/4 after 11 overs in chase of 243
22:26 (IST) Apr 21
IPL Live Score: Nitish Rana brings up his 50, but DC lose KL Rahul
Delhi Capitals suffer a brief setback in the 10th over, collecting 9 runs but losing KL Rahul as Sakib Hussain strikes. The over starts well for DC as Nitish Rana brings up a well-compiled fifty, continuing his strong touch with a boundary through backward point after earlier reaching the milestone with a clean cut shot.
Rana also finds another boundary later in the over, keeping the pressure on despite some slower deliveries from Hussain. However, the momentum shifts when Rahul departs after mistiming a full toss straight to deep backward square, ending a well-set innings just as he looked to accelerate.
Sameer Rizvi comes in but is immediately tested with sharp pace and movement, surviving a probing final delivery.
DC 107/2 after 10 overs in 243 chase.
Rana also finds another boundary later in the over, keeping the pressure on despite some slower deliveries from Hussain. However, the momentum shifts when Rahul departs after mistiming a full toss straight to deep backward square, ending a well-set innings just as he looked to accelerate.
Sameer Rizvi comes in but is immediately tested with sharp pace and movement, surviving a probing final delivery.
DC 107/2 after 10 overs in 243 chase.
22:25 (IST) Apr 21
DC vs SRH Live Score, IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals build steadily
Delhi Capitals continue to build steadily in the ninth over, collecting 12 runs off Nitish Kumar Reddy as KL Rahul and Nitish Rana keep the momentum going in the chase. The over starts with controlled singles and a couple of well-placed shots to rotate strike.
Rahul then shifts gears, pulling a short delivery for two before finishing the over in style with a powerful upper-cut six over deep backward point off a short-of-length ball. Rana also chips in with a single but is kept relatively quiet compared to Rahul’s acceleration.
Reddy mixes his pace and lengths, but Rahul’s timing ensures DC stay ahead in the chase without losing control.
DC 98/1 after 9 overs in 243 chase.
Rahul then shifts gears, pulling a short delivery for two before finishing the over in style with a powerful upper-cut six over deep backward point off a short-of-length ball. Rana also chips in with a single but is kept relatively quiet compared to Rahul’s acceleration.
Reddy mixes his pace and lengths, but Rahul’s timing ensures DC stay ahead in the chase without losing control.
DC 98/1 after 9 overs in 243 chase.
22:20 (IST) Apr 21
DC vs SRH Live Score, IPL 2026: DC batters need to keep firing
Delhi Capitals accelerate in the eighth over, collecting 19 runs off Shivang Kumar as Nitish Rana takes full control of the innings. The over begins steadily with a couple of singles, but quickly shifts as Rana attacks the spin.
He sweeps one for a single before launching back-to-back sixes, first pulling a short ball over mid-wicket, then repeating the shot with even more power. He finishes the over in style, going inside-out over extra cover for a boundary.
KL Rahul stays composed at the other end, rotating strike with a couple of singles while offering steady support.
DC 86/1 after 8 overs in 243 chase.
He sweeps one for a single before launching back-to-back sixes, first pulling a short ball over mid-wicket, then repeating the shot with even more power. He finishes the over in style, going inside-out over extra cover for a boundary.
KL Rahul stays composed at the other end, rotating strike with a couple of singles while offering steady support.
DC 86/1 after 8 overs in 243 chase.
22:15 (IST) Apr 21
DC vs SRH Live Score, IPL 2026: KL Rahul and Nitish Rana keep the scoreboard moving
Delhi Capitals continue their chase in the seventh over, collecting 8 runs off Dilshan Madushanka despite a stop-start passage filled with extras and variations. KL Rahul and Nitish Rana keep the scoreboard moving, but the over is far from clean for the bowler.
Madushanka struggles with his radar at times, conceding multiple wides as his attempted yorkers and variations drift down the leg side or go outside off. Rana benefits from one such loose delivery and also picks up a couple of runs off a dipping full toss, though he doesn’t find complete timing.
Rahul remains steady, rotating strike with a single while avoiding unnecessary risks. Rana also survives a few testing deliveries, including a slower bouncer that goes over him, as Madushanka continues to mix pace but lacks consistency.
Despite the extras, DC keep moving forward without losing momentum in the chase.
DC 67/1 after 7 overs in 243 chase
Madushanka struggles with his radar at times, conceding multiple wides as his attempted yorkers and variations drift down the leg side or go outside off. Rana benefits from one such loose delivery and also picks up a couple of runs off a dipping full toss, though he doesn’t find complete timing.
Rahul remains steady, rotating strike with a single while avoiding unnecessary risks. Rana also survives a few testing deliveries, including a slower bouncer that goes over him, as Madushanka continues to mix pace but lacks consistency.
Despite the extras, DC keep moving forward without losing momentum in the chase.
DC 67/1 after 7 overs in 243 chase
22:05 (IST) Apr 21
SRH vs DC Live Score, IPL 2026: End of powerplay in the chase
Delhi Capitals are held in check in the sixth over, managing just 5 runs off Sakib Hussain as the bowler delivers a tight, disciplined spell. KL Rahul and Nitish Rana find scoring difficult as Hussain mixes his pace cleverly and keeps the batters guessing.
Rana manages the only boundary of the over, cutting a short ball over cover-point after getting on top of the bounce, but otherwise struggles to free his arms. A sharp bouncer also forces him into a comfortable evasive leave, showing Hussain’s control with the short ball.
Rahul takes a single early on but doesn’t get much to work with thereafter, as most deliveries are either well-directed or cleverly slowed down to disrupt timing. The over features several dot balls as DC temporarily lose momentum in the chase.
DC 59/1 after 6 overs in 243 chase
Rana manages the only boundary of the over, cutting a short ball over cover-point after getting on top of the bounce, but otherwise struggles to free his arms. A sharp bouncer also forces him into a comfortable evasive leave, showing Hussain’s control with the short ball.
Rahul takes a single early on but doesn’t get much to work with thereafter, as most deliveries are either well-directed or cleverly slowed down to disrupt timing. The over features several dot balls as DC temporarily lose momentum in the chase.
DC 59/1 after 6 overs in 243 chase
22:01 (IST) Apr 21
IPL Live Score: Delhi Capitals keep the scoring steady
Delhi Capitals keep the scoring steady in the fifth over, collecting 9 runs off Eshan Malinga as Nitish Rana and KL Rahul continue to build a solid platform. Rahul provides the highlight of the over with a cleanly struck six straight down the ground, timing it beautifully off a full delivery right in his arc.
There is also a dropped chance earlier in the over that gives Rahul a lifeline after he is completely deceived by a well-disguised slower ball, which he ends up mistiming back towards the bowler. The chance goes down, and DC make SRH pay immediately.
Rana stays composed at the other end, picking up singles and rotating strike to keep the pressure on the bowling unit. A short delivery and a few dot balls keep things slightly tight, but DC still manage to tick along without losing momentum.
DC 54/1 after 5 overs in 243 chase
There is also a dropped chance earlier in the over that gives Rahul a lifeline after he is completely deceived by a well-disguised slower ball, which he ends up mistiming back towards the bowler. The chance goes down, and DC make SRH pay immediately.
Rana stays composed at the other end, picking up singles and rotating strike to keep the pressure on the bowling unit. A short delivery and a few dot balls keep things slightly tight, but DC still manage to tick along without losing momentum.
DC 54/1 after 5 overs in 243 chase
21:54 (IST) Apr 21
IPL Live Score: Nitish Rana seems to have joined the party
Delhi Capitals continue their strong start in the fourth over, collecting 16 runs off Nitish Kumar Reddy despite a couple of tight deliveries in between. Nitish Rana takes the attack to the bowler, beginning with a clean boundary straight down the ground and then following it up with a powerful six over deep extra cover off a slower ball.
Reddy keeps mixing his lengths and pace, but Rana stays proactive and capitalises whenever the ball sits up or drifts into his arc. KL Rahul holds one end steadily, rotating strike with ease and picking up a couple of singles to keep the momentum going.
There is one moment where Reddy beats the bat with a well-directed yorker, but overall the over belongs to the batters as DC continue to score freely and maintain early pressure on the bowling attack.
DC 45/1 after 4 overs.
Reddy keeps mixing his lengths and pace, but Rana stays proactive and capitalises whenever the ball sits up or drifts into his arc. KL Rahul holds one end steadily, rotating strike with ease and picking up a couple of singles to keep the momentum going.
There is one moment where Reddy beats the bat with a well-directed yorker, but overall the over belongs to the batters as DC continue to score freely and maintain early pressure on the bowling attack.
DC 45/1 after 4 overs.
21:50 (IST) Apr 21
IPL Live Score: Dilshan Madushanka removes Pathum Nissanka; DC lose their first man in 243 chase
Sunrisers Hyderabad strike early in the third over as Dilshan Madushanka removes Pathum Nissanka, who mistimes a shot straight to mid-off. It’s a crucial breakthrough just as DC were settling in.
Nitish Rana gets going with a streaky boundary off the gloves and adds a couple more runs, but Madushanka keeps things tight with clever slower balls and disciplined lines. There’s also a wide in the over, but overall SRH regain some control after the early momentum.
DC 29/1 after 3 overs
Nitish Rana gets going with a streaky boundary off the gloves and adds a couple more runs, but Madushanka keeps things tight with clever slower balls and disciplined lines. There’s also a wide in the over, but overall SRH regain some control after the early momentum.
DC 29/1 after 3 overs
21:43 (IST) Apr 21
SRH vs DC Live Score, IPL 2026: Delhi Capitals shift gears
Delhi Capitals shift gears in the second over, collecting 13 runs off Nitish Kumar Reddy. KL Rahul takes charge with a classy six over deep mid-wicket, followed by a confident lofted four over mid-on, showing great timing and control.
There are a couple of dot balls and a slower delivery that nearly deceives Nissanka, but the batters keep the scoreboard moving with smart singles. Rahul looks in fluent touch, leading the charge as DC build early momentum.
DC 21/0 after 2 overs
There are a couple of dot balls and a slower delivery that nearly deceives Nissanka, but the batters keep the scoreboard moving with smart singles. Rahul looks in fluent touch, leading the charge as DC build early momentum.
DC 21/0 after 2 overs
21:34 (IST) Apr 21
SRH vs DC Live Score, IPL 2026: KL Rahul and Pathum Nissanka begin chase of 243
Delhi Capitals begin their chase with a steady but slightly cautious first over, picking up 8 runs against Dilshan Madushanka. Pathum Nissanka provides the early highlight, launching a well-timed six over deep mid-wicket after reading the inswing perfectly. Apart from that, it’s a mix of singles and dot balls as both batters take time to settle in.
KL Rahul looks watchful, focusing on rotating strike, while Madushanka keeps things tight with some early movement. A decent start without taking big risks.
DC 8/0 after 1 over in chase of 243
KL Rahul looks watchful, focusing on rotating strike, while Madushanka keeps things tight with some early movement. A decent start without taking big risks.
DC 8/0 after 1 over in chase of 243
21:18 (IST) Apr 21
SRH vs DC Live Score, IPL 2026: Ton-up Abhishek Sharma powers SRH to 242/2 against DC in 20 overs
Sunrisers Hyderabad finish with a flourish, smashing 20 runs in the final over off Mukesh Kumar. Heinrich Klaasen leads the late charge with a six and multiple boundaries, showcasing incredible power and innovation. Abhishek Sharma supports brilliantly, adding a boundary and rotating strike after his outstanding century.
Even mistimed shots find the fence as SRH dominate the death overs with fearless hitting. The strong finish caps off a massive batting effort, putting Delhi under huge pressure.
SRH 242/2 in 20 overs
Even mistimed shots find the fence as SRH dominate the death overs with fearless hitting. The strong finish caps off a massive batting effort, putting Delhi under huge pressure.
SRH 242/2 in 20 overs
21:13 (IST) Apr 21
SRH vs DC Live Score, IPL 2026: Just 6 runs off T Natarajan's penultimate over
Sunrisers Hyderabad are pulled back in the 19th over, managing just 6 runs off T Natarajan, who delivers an excellent spell at the death. Abhishek Sharma and Heinrich Klaasen struggle to find boundaries as Natarajan nails his yorkers and slower balls, forcing mostly singles.
There’s a lone wide, but otherwise it’s tight bowling with a rare dot ball and well-executed variations. SRH’s scoring rate dips briefly after the earlier surge, setting up an interesting final over.
SRH 222/2 in 19 overs
There’s a lone wide, but otherwise it’s tight bowling with a rare dot ball and well-executed variations. SRH’s scoring rate dips briefly after the earlier surge, setting up an interesting final over.
SRH 222/2 in 19 overs
21:07 (IST) Apr 21
SRH vs DC Live Score, IPL 2026: Sunrisers Hyderabad keep the charge going
Sunrisers Hyderabad keep the charge going in the 18th over, adding 14 runs off Lungi Ngidi. Heinrich Klaasen takes centre stage with back-to-back sixes, showcasing his power with clean hits over extra cover. Abhishek Sharma supports with a single, continuing his superb knock.
There are a couple of dot balls and a failed review from Delhi, but SRH maintain complete control with aggressive finishing. The batters look set for a massive total in the final overs.
SRH 216/2 in 18 overs
There are a couple of dot balls and a failed review from Delhi, but SRH maintain complete control with aggressive finishing. The batters look set for a massive total in the final overs.
SRH 216/2 in 18 overs
21:01 (IST) Apr 21
SRH vs DC Live Score, IPL 2026: SRH cross 200 runs
Sunrisers Hyderabad regain momentum in the 17th over, adding 13 runs off T Natarajan and crossing the 200-run mark. Abhishek Sharma continues his brilliant knock with a boundary and smart running, while Heinrich Klaasen finishes the over in style with a clever reverse paddle for four.
There’s a mix of boundaries and well-placed singles as SRH keep the pressure on. The batters remain in control, pushing towards a massive total in the death overs.
SRH 202/2 in 17 overs.
There’s a mix of boundaries and well-placed singles as SRH keep the pressure on. The batters remain in control, pushing towards a massive total in the death overs.
SRH 202/2 in 17 overs.
20:56 (IST) Apr 21
SRH vs DC Live Score, IPL 2026: Lungi Ngidi gives away only six runs
Sunrisers Hyderabad slow down slightly in the 16th over, managing just 6 runs off Lungi Ngidi after a flurry of big overs. Abhishek Sharma continues to anchor the innings, picking up singles and a couple, while Heinrich Klaasen gets off the mark with a single.
Ngidi bowls tight lines and varies his pace well, restricting boundaries, with a sharp effort in the deep preventing a certain six. SRH’s momentum dips briefly, but they remain in a strong position heading into the final overs.
SRH 189/2 in 16 overs
Ngidi bowls tight lines and varies his pace well, restricting boundaries, with a sharp effort in the deep preventing a certain six. SRH’s momentum dips briefly, but they remain in a strong position heading into the final overs.
SRH 189/2 in 16 overs
20:42 (IST) Apr 21
IPL Live Score: 100 comes up for Abhishek Sharma, but SRH lose skipper Ishan Kishan in an unfortunate manner
Sunrisers Hyderabad explode in the 15th over, smashing 23 runs off Nitish Rana in a dramatic passage of play. Abhishek Sharma steals the show, bringing up a sensational century with back-to-back sixes and continuing the assault with another maximum and a boundary.
However, there’s a twist as Ishan Kishan is run out at the non-striker’s end after a smart deflection from Rana. Heinrich Klaasen walks in as the new batter. Despite the wicket, SRH dominate with relentless hitting and maintain complete control.
SRH 183/2 in 15 overs.
However, there’s a twist as Ishan Kishan is run out at the non-striker’s end after a smart deflection from Rana. Heinrich Klaasen walks in as the new batter. Despite the wicket, SRH dominate with relentless hitting and maintain complete control.
SRH 183/2 in 15 overs.
20:38 (IST) Apr 21
IPL Live Score: Abhishek Sharma's catch dropped
Sunrisers Hyderabad add 9 runs in the 14th over off T Natarajan, continuing their steady push. Abhishek Sharma moves into the 90s with a powerful boundary over extra cover and remains the key aggressor. Ishan Kishan chips in with a single, while a dropped catch gives Abhishek another life.
Despite a mix of tight deliveries, a wide, and a review moment, SRH keep the scoreboard ticking. The partnership holds firm as they eye a big finish.
SRH 160/1 in 14 overs
Despite a mix of tight deliveries, a wide, and a review moment, SRH keep the scoreboard ticking. The partnership holds firm as they eye a big finish.
SRH 160/1 in 14 overs
20:35 (IST) Apr 21
IPL Live Score: Abhishek Sharma stays in complete control
Sunrisers Hyderabad continue their strong surge, adding 13 runs in the 13th over off Mukesh Kumar. Abhishek Sharma stays in complete control, smashing a six over long-on and a clever boundary over the infield, moving closer to a big score. Ishan Kishan supports with quick singles to keep the momentum going.
Despite a couple of dot balls and a review moment, SRH maintain their attacking intent and keep the scoreboard ticking at a brisk rate. The partnership remains solid and threatening.
SRH 151/1 in 13 overs
Despite a couple of dot balls and a review moment, SRH maintain their attacking intent and keep the scoreboard ticking at a brisk rate. The partnership remains solid and threatening.
SRH 151/1 in 13 overs
20:29 (IST) Apr 21
SRH vs DC Live Score, IPL 2026: Sunrisers Hyderabad keep the momentum going
Sunrisers Hyderabad keep the momentum going in the 12th over, adding 12 runs off T Natarajan. Abhishek Sharma sets the tone with a six early in the over and continues to anchor the innings with smart strike rotation. Ishan Kishan supports well, picking up singles and finishing with a couple in the deep.
There’s a mix of singles, a wide, and controlled hitting as SRH maintain a strong scoring rate without taking big risks. The partnership looks solid as they build towards a big total.
SRH 138/1 in 12 overs
There’s a mix of singles, a wide, and controlled hitting as SRH maintain a strong scoring rate without taking big risks. The partnership looks solid as they build towards a big total.
SRH 138/1 in 12 overs
20:23 (IST) Apr 21
SRH vs DC Live Score, IPL 2026: 22 runs off Kuldeep Yadav
Sunrisers Hyderabad explode in the 11th over, hammering 22 runs off Kuldeep Yadav to take complete control. Ishan Kishan leads the charge with aggressive strokeplay, smashing a six and two fours, including a powerful hit straight down the ground. Abhishek Sharma joins in with a clean six over long-off and rotates strike smartly.
Kuldeep struggles to contain the flow as SRH dominate with fearless hitting and intent. The batters look in full flow, pushing the scoring rate higher.
SRH 126/1 in 11 overs.
Kuldeep struggles to contain the flow as SRH dominate with fearless hitting and intent. The batters look in full flow, pushing the scoring rate higher.
SRH 126/1 in 11 overs.
20:11 (IST) Apr 21
SRH vs DC Live Score, IPL 2026: OUT! Abhishek Sharma brings up 50, but SRH lose Travis Head
Sunrisers Hyderabad enjoy a big ninth over, scoring 16 runs off Axar Patel but lose their first wicket. Abhishek Sharma brings up his fifty and continues attacking with a six, while Travis Head also smashes a maximum. However, Axar strikes back as Head holes out to Sameer Rizvi in the deep, ending a strong opening stand. Ishan Kishan comes in and gets off the mark with a single.
SRH remain in control despite the breakthrough, maintaining a strong scoring rate.
SRH 98/1 in 9 overs.
SRH remain in control despite the breakthrough, maintaining a strong scoring rate.
SRH 98/1 in 9 overs.
20:06 (IST) Apr 21
SRH vs DC Live Score, IPL 2026: SRH batters not able to play as freely as they would've liked
Sunrisers Hyderabad keep the momentum going in the eighth over, adding 8 runs off Kuldeep Yadav. Abhishek Sharma moves closer to his fifty with a powerful straight boundary, taking advantage of a tossed-up delivery. Travis Head supports well, picking up singles and finishing the over with a couple down the ground.
There are a few dot balls as Kuldeep varies his pace, but SRH remain in control with steady scoring. The openers look comfortable and continue to build a strong platform.
SRH 82/0 in 8 overs
There are a few dot balls as Kuldeep varies his pace, but SRH remain in control with steady scoring. The openers look comfortable and continue to build a strong platform.
SRH 82/0 in 8 overs
20:02 (IST) Apr 21
IPL Live Score: Axar Patel keeps it tight
Sunrisers Hyderabad ease slightly after the powerplay, adding 7 runs in the seventh over off Axar Patel. The over is built on smart rotation, with Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma picking up singles regularly and Head finding a couple with a cut shot.
There are no boundaries, but SRH keep the scoreboard ticking with controlled batting and good running between the wickets. The openers remain well set, continuing to build a solid foundation.
SRH 74/0 in 7 overs
There are no boundaries, but SRH keep the scoreboard ticking with controlled batting and good running between the wickets. The openers remain well set, continuing to build a solid foundation.
SRH 74/0 in 7 overs
20:00 (IST) Apr 21
IPL Live Score: End of powerplay
Sunrisers Hyderabad maintain their dominance in the sixth over, adding 11 runs off Lungi Ngidi to cap off a strong powerplay. Abhishek Sharma continues his aggressive approach, finishing the over with a stylish six straight down the ground after stepping out confidently. Travis Head rotates strike with singles, while a wide and a couple of dot balls add to the mix.
Despite Ngidi varying his pace, SRH stay in control with smart hitting and steady rotation. The openers look well set, giving Hyderabad a perfect platform to build a big total.
SRH 67/0 in 6 overs
Despite Ngidi varying his pace, SRH stay in control with smart hitting and steady rotation. The openers look well set, giving Hyderabad a perfect platform to build a big total.
SRH 67/0 in 6 overs
19:53 (IST) Apr 21
IPL Live Score: SRH dealing in 6s
Sunrisers Hyderabad explode in the fifth over, smashing 20 runs off Nitish Rana to take control of the powerplay. Abhishek Sharma sets the tone with two towering sixes, one over cover and another pulled powerfully over long-on. Travis Head joins the party, finishing the over with a massive six down the ground.
There are a couple of dot balls and a wide, but SRH dominate with fearless hitting and aggressive intent. The openers look unstoppable as they put the bowlers under pressure.
SRH 56/0 in 5 overs
There are a couple of dot balls and a wide, but SRH dominate with fearless hitting and aggressive intent. The openers look unstoppable as they put the bowlers under pressure.
SRH 56/0 in 5 overs
19:49 (IST) Apr 21
IPL Live Score: SRH add 10 runs in the fourth over off Lungi Ngidi
Sunrisers Hyderabad continue their strong start, adding 10 runs in the fourth over off Lungi Ngidi. Abhishek Sharma takes charge, smashing two boundaries—one a powerful heave through mid-wicket and the other a lofted drive over the infield. Travis Head rotates strike with a single, while a couple of slower deliveries result in dot balls.
Despite Ngidi mixing his pace, SRH maintain momentum with controlled aggression and clean hitting. The openers look comfortable and in command as they build a solid platform.
SRH 36/0 in 4 overs.
Despite Ngidi mixing his pace, SRH maintain momentum with controlled aggression and clean hitting. The openers look comfortable and in command as they build a solid platform.
SRH 36/0 in 4 overs.
19:44 (IST) Apr 21
IPL Live Score: Sunrisers Hyderabad step up the scoring
Sunrisers Hyderabad step up the scoring in the third over, collecting 11 runs off Mukesh Kumar. Travis Head sets the tone with a powerful pull shot for four, while Abhishek Sharma finishes the over strongly with a cracking cut for another boundary.
There are a couple of dot balls, but SRH maintain control with aggressive intent and smart rotation. The opening pair look settled and ready to accelerate further in the powerplay.
SRH 26/0 in 3 overs.
There are a couple of dot balls, but SRH maintain control with aggressive intent and smart rotation. The opening pair look settled and ready to accelerate further in the powerplay.
SRH 26/0 in 3 overs.
19:39 (IST) Apr 21
IPL Live Score: Nitish Rana keeps it tight
Sunrisers Hyderabad move to 15 without loss after two overs against Delhi Capitals, adding 6 runs in the second over bowled by Nitish Rana.
Abhishek Sharma looks in good touch, moving to 8 off 5 balls, finishing the over with a boundary to long-on. Travis Head plays cautiously, reaching 7 off 7. The over includes a mix of dot balls and singles, but SRH maintain a steady start and look set to accelerate in the powerplay.
SRH 15/0 in 2 overs
Abhishek Sharma looks in good touch, moving to 8 off 5 balls, finishing the over with a boundary to long-on. Travis Head plays cautiously, reaching 7 off 7. The over includes a mix of dot balls and singles, but SRH maintain a steady start and look set to accelerate in the powerplay.
SRH 15/0 in 2 overs
19:31 (IST) Apr 21
DC vs SRH Live Score, IPL 2026: Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head in the middle for SRH; Mukesh Kumar kicks off proceedings with the ball
Sunrisers Hyderabad get off to a steady start in the first over, reaching 9 without loss against Delhi Capitals. Travis Head leads the charge with 6 off 4 balls, while Abhishek Sharma adds 3 off 2. Mukesh Kumar concedes 9 runs, including a well-timed boundary from Head, who flicks a full delivery through mid-on.
The over features a mix of controlled strokes and cautious defense, with SRH starting positively and looking comfortable early on.
SRH 9/0 in 1 over
The over features a mix of controlled strokes and cautious defense, with SRH starting positively and looking comfortable early on.
SRH 9/0 in 1 over
19:16 (IST) Apr 21
DC vs SRH Live Score, IPL 2026: Here are the impact subs for today's match
Delhi Capitals Impact subs: Karun Nair, Dushmantha Chameera, Ashutosh Sharma, Tripurana Vijay, Auqib Nabi
Sunrisers Hyderabad Impact subs: Smaran Ravichandran, Praful Hinge, Liam Livingstone, Dilshan Madushanka, Harshal Patel
Sunrisers Hyderabad Impact subs: Smaran Ravichandran, Praful Hinge, Liam Livingstone, Dilshan Madushanka, Harshal Patel
19:13 (IST) Apr 21
DC vs SRH Live Score, IPL 2026: The conditions might favor the batters tonight
The pitch offers short square boundaries (63m, 68m) and a 75m straight boundary, making it batting-friendly. Despite two of three matches being won batting first, experts feel chasing is still ideal. The surface has no grass, some cracks, but is very hard, “a belter” for batting.
Eoin Morgan and Pommie Mbangwa called it a bowler’s graveyard, with red soil aiding stroke play. SRH’s top order has been explosive with 34 sixes, compared to DC’s 12, suggesting a high-scoring contest where no total is truly safe.
Eoin Morgan and Pommie Mbangwa called it a bowler’s graveyard, with red soil aiding stroke play. SRH’s top order has been explosive with 34 sixes, compared to DC’s 12, suggesting a high-scoring contest where no total is truly safe.
19:11 (IST) Apr 21
SRH vs DC Live Score, IPL 2026: Playing XIs for both the teams
Delhi Capitals (Playing XI): Pathum Nissanka, KL Rahul(w), Sameer Rizvi, Nitish Rana, Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel(c), David Miller, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, T Natarajan, Lungi Ngidi
Sunrisers Hyderabad (Playing XI): Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan(c), Heinrich Klaasen, Salil Arora(w), Aniket Verma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shivang Kumar, Harsh Dubey, Sakib Hussain, Eshan Malinga
Sunrisers Hyderabad (Playing XI): Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan(c), Heinrich Klaasen, Salil Arora(w), Aniket Verma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Shivang Kumar, Harsh Dubey, Sakib Hussain, Eshan Malinga
19:01 (IST) Apr 21
SRH vs DC Live Score, IPL 2026: DC skipper Axar Patel wins toss, opts to bowl against SRH
At the toss, Ishan Kishan said, "It's hard to decide right now because I don't think this is a similar kind of wicket which we played on for the previous two matches. But yeah, it all depends on how it plays and how we, you know, go ahead about it. We have a few changes. they have been doing well. It's more about—not about the results—but about execution and their headspace. They have been in a good mindset, coming up with plans like I said earlier, and you know, that is what any captain wants from their young bowlers. So we'll take one match at a time, and I think they'll keep on executing the plans."
Axar Patel remarked, "We will bowl first. Luck is going well (on the toss); winning all matches would have been better. Thank you, I didn't think I would play 100 matches for DC. Hopefully, it'll end up with a win tonight. Obviously, to balance the team you need to understand how to balance your playing eleven in cricket, what kind of wicket you are getting, so according to the situation you balance the team. And obviously, when you have such a big squad, it becomes difficult to manage everyone, but at the same time you tell them that whatever contribution you make, you should think that you are doing it for the team. Whoever is sitting out, and whoever we select, we select the best eleven for the team. And in this way, the players also understand how the cricket game works — we can only play eleven players. One change: Nitish Rana replaces Aquib Nabi."
Axar Patel remarked, "We will bowl first. Luck is going well (on the toss); winning all matches would have been better. Thank you, I didn't think I would play 100 matches for DC. Hopefully, it'll end up with a win tonight. Obviously, to balance the team you need to understand how to balance your playing eleven in cricket, what kind of wicket you are getting, so according to the situation you balance the team. And obviously, when you have such a big squad, it becomes difficult to manage everyone, but at the same time you tell them that whatever contribution you make, you should think that you are doing it for the team. Whoever is sitting out, and whoever we select, we select the best eleven for the team. And in this way, the players also understand how the cricket game works — we can only play eleven players. One change: Nitish Rana replaces Aquib Nabi."
18:57 (IST) Apr 21
Poll
SRH vs DC Live Score, IPL 2026: What do you think captain should choose first tonight: bat or bowl?
12 More Updates
SRH vs DC Highlights, IPL 2026: Eshan Malinga’s brilliant four-wicket haul anchored Sunrisers Hyderabad’s commanding 47-run win over Delhi Capitals in their IPL clash in Hyderabad, as SRH executed a near-perfect performance with both bat and ball.
Chasing a daunting 242, DC’s innings began cautiously with Pathum Nissanka and KL Rahul adding 8 runs in the opening over. Rahul briefly shifted momentum in the next over, striking a crisp boundary and a towering six off Nitish Kumar Reddy. However, the early promise faded quickly as Dilshan Madushanka removed Nissanka for 8 in the third over.
Nitish Rana counterattacked immediately, blasting 16 runs in the next over to keep DC alive at 45/1 after four overs. Rahul also looked in rhythm, even launching Eshan Malinga for a six, but consistency remained elusive for the Capitals.
The middle overs, however, proved decisive. Shivang Kumar was taken apart for 19 runs in a single over as Rana accelerated, while Rahul reached a fluent fifty-run partnership stand before falling to Sakib Hussain for 37. That dismissal triggered a collapse.
Malinga then ripped through the lineup with a double strike, removing Nitish Rana for a well-made 57 and dismissing David Miller for a golden duck in the very next over. Rizvi’s brief resistance, including a six off Shivang Kumar, kept faint hopes alive, but wickets kept tumbling at regular intervals.
Stubbs added 27 before falling to Malinga, who continued his dominance, finishing with exceptional figures of 4/32. Even as Ashutosh Sharma tried to counterattack briefly, he too fell to Malinga’s precision.
In the end, Harsh Dubey closed out the innings with a triple strike in the final over, sealing DC’s fate at 195/9.
Earlier, SRH had set the tone with a massive 242/2, powered by Abhishek Sharma’s breathtaking unbeaten 135. His innings, laced with 10 sixes, was complemented by Heinrich Klaasen’s explosive 37 off 13 balls, ensuring DC were always chasing an impossible target.
SRH’s all-round dominance ensured a comprehensive victory and reinforced their strength at both ends of the game.
SRH vs DC Squads
Sunrisers Hyderabad Squad: Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan(c), Heinrich Klaasen, Aniket Verma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Salil Arora (wk), Shivang Kumar, Praful Hinge, Sakib Hussain, Eshan Malinga, Liam Livingstone, Smaran Ravichandran, Harsh Dubey, Dilshan Madushanka, Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Kamindu Mendis, Zeeshan Ansari, Shivam Mavi, Gerald Coetzee, Krains Fuletra, Onkar Tarmale, Amit Kumar
Delhi Capitals Squad: Pathum Nissanka, KL Rahul (wk), Nitish Rana, Sameer Rizvi, Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel (c ), David Miller, Auqib Nabi Dar, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, T Natarajan, Lungi Ngidi, Dushmantha Chameera, Kyle Jamieson, Ajay Jadav Mandal, Karun Nair, Prithvi Shaw, Ashutosh Sharma, Tripurana Vijay, Abishek Porel, Sahil Parakh, Vipraj Nigam, Madhav Tiwari
IPL 2026 Points Table | IPL stats | IPL Schedule
Chasing a daunting 242, DC’s innings began cautiously with Pathum Nissanka and KL Rahul adding 8 runs in the opening over. Rahul briefly shifted momentum in the next over, striking a crisp boundary and a towering six off Nitish Kumar Reddy. However, the early promise faded quickly as Dilshan Madushanka removed Nissanka for 8 in the third over.
Nitish Rana counterattacked immediately, blasting 16 runs in the next over to keep DC alive at 45/1 after four overs. Rahul also looked in rhythm, even launching Eshan Malinga for a six, but consistency remained elusive for the Capitals.
The middle overs, however, proved decisive. Shivang Kumar was taken apart for 19 runs in a single over as Rana accelerated, while Rahul reached a fluent fifty-run partnership stand before falling to Sakib Hussain for 37. That dismissal triggered a collapse.
Malinga then ripped through the lineup with a double strike, removing Nitish Rana for a well-made 57 and dismissing David Miller for a golden duck in the very next over. Rizvi’s brief resistance, including a six off Shivang Kumar, kept faint hopes alive, but wickets kept tumbling at regular intervals.
Stubbs added 27 before falling to Malinga, who continued his dominance, finishing with exceptional figures of 4/32. Even as Ashutosh Sharma tried to counterattack briefly, he too fell to Malinga’s precision.
In the end, Harsh Dubey closed out the innings with a triple strike in the final over, sealing DC’s fate at 195/9.
Earlier, SRH had set the tone with a massive 242/2, powered by Abhishek Sharma’s breathtaking unbeaten 135. His innings, laced with 10 sixes, was complemented by Heinrich Klaasen’s explosive 37 off 13 balls, ensuring DC were always chasing an impossible target.
SRH’s all-round dominance ensured a comprehensive victory and reinforced their strength at both ends of the game.
SRH vs DC Squads
Sunrisers Hyderabad Squad: Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head, Ishan Kishan(c), Heinrich Klaasen, Aniket Verma, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Salil Arora (wk), Shivang Kumar, Praful Hinge, Sakib Hussain, Eshan Malinga, Liam Livingstone, Smaran Ravichandran, Harsh Dubey, Dilshan Madushanka, Harshal Patel, Jaydev Unadkat, Kamindu Mendis, Zeeshan Ansari, Shivam Mavi, Gerald Coetzee, Krains Fuletra, Onkar Tarmale, Amit Kumar
Delhi Capitals Squad: Pathum Nissanka, KL Rahul (wk), Nitish Rana, Sameer Rizvi, Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel (c ), David Miller, Auqib Nabi Dar, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, T Natarajan, Lungi Ngidi, Dushmantha Chameera, Kyle Jamieson, Ajay Jadav Mandal, Karun Nair, Prithvi Shaw, Ashutosh Sharma, Tripurana Vijay, Abishek Porel, Sahil Parakh, Vipraj Nigam, Madhav Tiwari
IPL 2026 Points Table | IPL stats | IPL Schedule
Trending
Match Statistics
Head to Head in IPLTotal Matches 27
Venue
Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad
Explore Every Corner
Across The Globe
Election Results 2026Tamil Nadu Election ResultWest Bengal Election ResultAssam election resultKerala election resultPuducherry election resultLalgudiByPoll Election Results 2026Mamata banerjeeMylapore Election ResultGobichettipalayam Election ResultSattur assembly election resultsM K StalinHimanta BiswaDinhata election resultAsansol dakshin election resultsMoyna Election ResultsBehala Paschim Election ResultsBehala paschim election resultsMathabhanga election resultsKharagpur Sadar election resultsNandigram Election ResultsPerambur Election Results 2026TVK partyAvanashi election resultsPuducherry Assembly Election ResultsKerala Assembly Election ResultsTamil Nadu Assembly Election ResultsAssam Assembly Election ResultsWest Bengal Assembly Election Results
Hot on the Web
JayanagarRanjiganjCanning PaschimFarakkaNandigramBaranagarDurgapur paschimBhabanipurJangipurHingalganjRanaghat dakshinBishnupur scKatwaKumarganjBarrackporeHowrah dakshinSitalkuchiSuriChhatnaBangaon dakshinRahaPalaniRatuaChanditalaNoaparaPanihatiDarjeelingElection Results 2026PerambalurMettupalayamNamakkalThrikkakaraKailmpongPuruliaDindigulBankuraBaranagarWest Bengal results 2026SiliguriWest Bengal Election Candidates List 2026Bally
Trending Topics
Jorhat Election Result 2026Velachery Election ResultHosur Election ResultSiliguri Election Resultkazhakkoottam Assembly Election Result 2026Tamilnadu Election Result 2026Karur Election Result 2026Avadi Election ResultBhabanipur Election Result 2026Modakkurich Assembly Election Result 2026Vilavancode Assembly Election Result 2026Tarakeswar Assembly Election Result 2026Madurai Election ResultSalem South Election ResultChanditala Assembly Election Result 2026Tiruppattur Election ResultJaynagar Assembly Election Result 2026Raniganj Assembly Election Result 2026Madavaram Election ResultGummidipoondi Election ResultNandigramBaranagarRamanathapuram Election ResultKasaragod Election ResultJangipurBarabani Election ResultRanaghatBishnupurKatwaSholinganallur Election ResultAvadi Election ResultHowrahManbazarSuriSitalkuchiChhatnaBangaonDiamond HarbourBarrackporeHariharparaRatua
Popular Categories
Tamil Nadu Candidates ListSports NewsBusiness NewsElection Results highlights 2026World NewsBollywood NewsHealth+ TipsIndian TV ShowsTechnologyTravelEtimesHealth & FitnessAstrologyInternational SportsSriperumbudur election results 2026Baranagar election resultsDindigul Election results 2026Vijay TVK PartyThrikkakara election results 2026Vijay TVKCoimbatore south election results 2026West Bengal CandidatesDispur Election ResultsJalukbari Election ResultsBank HolidaysKolathur election results 2026Karur Election Results 2026Sibsagar election resultsBarchalla election resultsBihpuria election results
Trending Videos
India Sets Underwater Flag RecordMeyebela Trailer : Aishwarya Sen, Surangana Banerjee and Swikriti Majumder Starrer Meyebela Official TrailerChhaki Suna- Official TeaserTamil Nadu Election Twist: DMK Drops to Third in Early Trends, Emotional Scenes Emerge'Prepare To Face Graveyard': Iran Vows To 'WIPE OUT' U.S. Troops Aboard Warships In Middle EastDMK Removes Tents at Anna Arivalayam as TVK Leads Early Tamil Nadu TrendsVaazha 2 | Song - Ada BommaleEnjoy The New Tamil Music Video For 'Pavazha Malli' By Sai Abhyankkar and Shruti Haasan Ft. Kayadu LoharIndia Rejects Nepal’s Objection To Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Route Via Lipulekh PassWest Bengal Poll Results: Mamata Alleges Load-Shedding, CCTV Shutdown Near Strong RoomsKolkata on High Alert as Counting Begins; EC Assures Free & Fair Process Amid TMC-BJP TensionsVerdict 2026 LIVE: Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Keralam, Assam Results LIVE Updates & AnalysisBab el-Mandeb After Hormuz? Iran MP Shoots Big Warning To U.S. Amid Global Oil ShockMassive US Air Activity Over Hormuz Sparks Fears of Escalation, Air Force Tankers ‘Caught Spying’ On Iran?‘RAMBO-STYLE’ ATTACK?! Gunman Targeted Donald Trump At WHCD, Shot Secret Service Agent | WATCH‘Nuclear Action, Hormuz Locked Till…’: Iran’s SECRET US Deal Revealed, Trump To Backtrack? | Details
Latest News
Hazaribag man drowns while fishing in lake"Behen Darr Gayi!": Fans relive ‘Bhagam Bhag’ era after watching Akshay Kumar's 'Bhooth Bangla' trailerMBOSE HSLC result 2026 to release tomorrow: Check details hereIran war risk: JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon warns of oil shocks, sticky inflation and higher interest ratesMake your clutch last longer with these easy driving tips“Three-against-one situation”: El Rubius opens up on being “targeted” in MrBeast’s viral $1M challengeBihar BTSC lab assistant notification released for 1091 posts at btsc.bihar.gov.in; apply hereIPL craze costs techie Rs 1.46 lakh in fake RCB vs CSK ticket scamRaising “robot-proof” kids: Why creativity and curiosity matter more than everInside ‘Satguru Sharan’: Exploring Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan’s Rs 100 crore Bandra homeHow selling Alaska in 1867 was a costly mistake for Russia'Hera Pheri 3 is coming': Paresh Rawal dismisses delay reports and reveals he will 'start shooting soon'US-Iran War: A daring rescue Hollywood blockbuster is on its way. Till then, pick your favourite from these 10 films on bringing someone home against all oddsKolkata team unveils fan mural at Rash Behari Avenue, celebrating city’s first loveHow US spread a lie to rescue a pilot of a jet shot down in IranNetflix unveils ‘VOID’, an AI model that can change a movie plotAI data centers are causing 'stress' not just to tech companies, but also private insurers"Trans women are.....": Clavicular’s viral moment with trans women sparks fresh conversation on internet culture
Copyright © 2026 Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. All rights reserved. For reprint rights: Times Syndication Service