39th

Match

IPL No : #668

Sun, 21 April 2019, Starts from 00:00

Delhi Capitals - 5/166 (19.4)

Kings XI Punjab - 7/163 (20)

Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, India

Delhi Capitals innigs
5/166 (19.4)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
KL Rahul
st †Pant b Lamichhane
129911133.33 In 20193993114 Career178315870
CH Gayle
c Patel b Lamichhane
69653765186.48 In 20194213631 Career8513636637
MA Agarwal
c Rutherford b Rabada
21590022.22 In 20192271611 Career116110749
DA Miller
c Shaw b Patel
715510140.00 In 2019178167 Career2188150105
Mandeep Singh
st †Pant b Patel
30442711111.11 In 201912593 Career148915932
SM Curran
c & b Lamichhane
044000.00 In 20193451 Career3451
R Ashwin
c Iyer b Rabada
16341420114.28 In 20193632 Career369329
Harpreet Brar
not out
20221221166.66 In 20192021 Career2021
GC Viljoen
not out
2430066.66 In 2019300 Career1911
Extras
(2w, 3b)
500000.00
Total
(20 overs, 8.15rpo)
000000.00

BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
I Sharma4029071131 In 2019 Career63180
S Lamichhane40403101262 In 2019 Career35187
K Rabada4023261321 In 2019 Career27147
A Mishra4041010213 In 2019130 Career150363
AR Patel302227511 In 2019 Career67374
SE Rutherford10505100 In 2019 Career03
Kings XI Punjab innigs
7/163 (20)
BatsmenRBM4s6sSRSeasonR4s6sAll timeR4s6s
PP Shaw
run out (Mandeep Singh)
13181111118.18 In 2019220286 Career4655516
S Dhawan
c R Ashwin b Viljoen
56714171136.58 In 2019347426 Career440550291
SS Iyer
not out
58934951118.36 In 2019327338 Career154514161
RR Pant
c Curran b Viljoen
61271085.71 In 20192582312 Career150613879
CA Ingram
b Mohammed Shami
1918940211.11 In 2019157194 Career8296735
AR Patel
run out (Agarwal/†Rahul)
13100100.00 In 20198163 Career7674335
SE Rutherford
not out
28200100.00 In 2019200 Career1731111
Extras
(2w, 3b)
1100000.00
Total
(19.4 overs, 8.44rpo)
000000.00

BowlerOMRWECO0s4s6sSeasonW0sBestAll timeW0sBest
Mohammad Shami4021151111 In 2019 Career34220
SM Curran303409850 In 2019 Career746
GC Viljoen4039210770 In 2019 Career1041
Harpreet Brar2024012021 In 2019 Career00
R Ashwin302609621 In 2019140 Career121356
M Ashwin302007610 In 2019 Career13122

IPL 2019 Match 39: Delhi Capitals vs Kings XI Punjab – A Thrilling Encounter!

On April 21, 2019, the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi buzzed with excitement as the Delhi Capitals faced off against the Kings XI Punjab in a gripping IPL showdown. This match proved to be a nail-biter, with the Capitals emerging victorious by just 5 runs in a thrilling finish.

Match Summary

  • Delhi Capitals: 166 runs all out in 19.4 overs
  • Kings XI Punjab: 163 runs all out in 20 overs
  • Result: Delhi Capitals won by 5 runs

Key Highlights

Batting Performances:

  • Delhi Capitals initially struggled with the bat, with Chris Gayle shining for the Kings XI Punjab with a blistering 69 runs off 65 balls, including 6 fours and 5 sixes, showing why he’s one of the most feared batsmen in T20 cricket.
  • Mandeep Singh contributed a valuable 30 runs off 44 balls, but the rest of the batting lineup struggled against a disciplined Delhi bowling attack led by Sandeep Lamichhane, who took 3 key wickets, dismantling Punjab’s top order.

Bowling Heroics:

  • For Delhi, Kagiso Rabada and Sandeep Lamichhane were the stars of the show, with Rabada claiming 2 wickets while Lamichhane notched up an impressive 3 wickets for 40 runs in his 4 overs.
  • The Capitals’ bowlers did a commendable job, restricting Kings XI Punjab to 163 runs and holding their nerve despite some late-order hitting.

Delhi’s Chase: In response, the Delhi Capitals also had their share of struggles. While Shikhar Dhawan and Shreyas Iyer put forth commendable performances, scoring 56 and 58 runs, respectively, they lost wickets at regular intervals, making the chase seem daunting at times.

Final Moments

As the match neared its conclusion, the Kings XI Punjab required a mere 6 runs off the final over, with only 2 wickets in hand. However, the disciplined bowling of Delhi ensured they kept the opposition at bay, eventually sealing the match, and sending the home crowd into raptures.

This match not only showcased individual brilliance but also highlighted the importance of teamwork and strategic bowling in high-pressure situations. The victory significantly boosted Delhi Capitals' morale in the league and showcased their potential as a strong contender in the tournament.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the thrilling contest between Delhi Capitals and Kings XI Punjab was a classic IPL encounter, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of T20 cricket. With exceptional performances and a heart-stopping finish, this match will surely be remembered by fans and players alike for years to come.


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