46th

Match

IPL No : #659

Sun, 28 April 2019, Starts from 00:00

Delhi Capitals - 5/187 (20)

Royal Challengers Bangalore - 7/171 (20)

Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, India

Delhi Capitals innigs
5/187 (20)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
PP Shaw
c †Patel b Yadav
18181040180.00 In 2019280367 Career5256317
S Dhawan
c Washington Sundar b Chahal
50613752135.13 In 20194515510 Career450951595
SS Iyer
c Kohli b Washington Sundar
52613723140.54 In 20193833511 Career160114364
RR Pant
lbw b Chahal
714710100.00 In 20193433016 Career159114583
CA Ingram
c Washington Sundar b Saini
1111711157.14 In 2019171205 Career8436836
SE Rutherford
not out
28221313215.38 In 20194124 Career2121315
AR Patel
not out
1615930177.77 In 20199793 Career7834635
Extras
(1lb, 4b)
500000.00
Total
(20 overs, 9.35rpo)
000000.00

BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
U Yadav4039110861 In 2019190 Career119502
Washington Sundar402917730 In 2019 Career13127
YS Chahal40412101024 In 2019 Career98528
NA Saini40441111053 In 2019 Career9130
MP Stoinis302408311 In 2019 Career48192
S Dubey10505100 In 2019 Career03
Royal Challengers Bangalore innigs
7/171 (20)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
PA Patel
c Patel b Rabada
39312071195.00 In 20193654710 Career284036449
V Kohli
c Rutherford b Patel
23361721135.29 In 2019423439 Career5371477186
AB de Villiers
c Patel b Rutherford
1726190189.47 In 20194312926 Career4865396237
S Dubey
c Dhawan b Mishra
24261602150.00 In 20194013 Career4013
H Klaasen
c †Pant b Mishra
34300100.00 In 2019300 Career6051
Gurkeerat Singh
c †Pant b Sharma
27311921142.10 In 20192721 Career3693810
MP Stoinis
not out
32342412133.33 In 20192111410 Career150912443
Washington Sundar
c Iyer b Rabada
1620050.00 In 2019100 Career7554
U Yadav
not out
030000.00 In 20191611 Career11394
Extras
(1lb, 4b)
500000.00
Total
(20 overs, 8.55rpo)
000000.00

BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
I Sharma4040110952 In 2019 Career65201
AR Patel402617802 In 2019 Career69387
S Lamichhane3036012132 In 2019 Career35188
K Rabada4031281031 In 2019 Career31165
A Mishra402927811 In 2019130 Career152374
SE Rutherford10616100 In 2019 Career15

Match Report: IPL 2019 - Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (46th Match)

On April 28, 2019, the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi hosted an exciting clash between the Delhi Capitals (DC) and the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the 46th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2019. The match was marked by a competitive display from both sides but ultimately, Delhi Capitals emerged victorious with a solid performance.

Match Summary:

  • Delhi Capitals: 187 runs for 5 wickets in 20 overs
  • Royal Challengers Bangalore: 171 runs for 7 wickets in 20 overs
  • Result: Delhi Capitals won by 16 runs

Delhi Capitals set a challenging target of 188 after a commendable batting performance. The innings was anchored by Shikhar Dhawan and Shreyas Iyer, who scored 50 and 52 runs respectively. Prithvi Shaw also contributed with a brisk 18 runs off just 18 balls before falling to the off-spin of Kuldeep Yadav. Rishabh Pant’s innings was brief, only managing 7 runs, but the late flourish came from Sherfane Rutherford who smashed an unbeaten 28 off 22 balls, helping to propel the team past the 180 mark. Axar Patel added a quickfire 16 runs off 15 balls to ensure a strong finish for DC.

In reply, Royal Challengers Bangalore started steadily but they struggled to keep up with the required run rate. Parthiv Patel's 39 off 31 balls and Shivam Dube’s 24 off 26 were decent contributions, but the team faltered in crucial moments. The captain, Virat Kohli, managed only 23 runs before being dismissed by Axar Patel. AB de Villiers, a constant threat, could only muster 17 runs. Marcus Stoinis tried to stabilize the innings toward the end with 32 not out off 34 deliveries, but it was not enough as RCB fell short of the target by 16 runs.

Bowling Highlights: Delhi Capitals’ bowlers exhibited a strong performance, with Kagiso Rabada leading the charge, taking 2 wickets for just 31 runs in his 4 overs. Amit Mishra had another successful outing with 2 wickets for 29 runs, while Umesh Yadav managed to pick up 1 wicket for 39 runs. The efforts in the field were crucial in keeping RCB at bay, culminating in a solid all-around team performance.

Delhi Capitals' victory in this match not only boosted their points tally but also showcased their strengths ahead of the playoffs, reinforcing their position in the tournament. As for Royal Challengers Bangalore, the defeat was another setback in their quest for a strong finish in the 2019 season.

This match reflects the unpredictable nature of T20 cricket, where every run counts and performances from both batters and bowlers significantly influence the outcome. The fans left the stadium with the thrill of an engaging match and the realization of the stakes involved as the tournament approaches its climax.

Stay tuned for more updates and analysis from the IPL 2019 season as teams battle it out for the coveted title!


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