New Delhi,Apr 9: In a high-voltage encounter at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Gujarat Titans clinched their first win of the Indian Premier League 2026 season, edging past Delhi Capitals by a dramatic one-run margin.
The match went down to the final ball, where a crucial run-out sealed the victory for Gujarat, marking a remarkable turnaround after losing their first two matches of the season.
Chasing a competitive target, Delhi Capitals put up a strong fight led by KL Rahul, who played a brilliant knock of 92 runs off 52 balls. He was well supported by David Miller, who remained unbeaten on 41 off 19 balls, keeping Delhi in contention till the very end.
The match witnessed a dramatic finish in the final overs. Miller showcased his explosive batting, taking on the Gujarat bowlers with aggressive stroke play. In the 19th over, he struck two sixes and a four against Mohammed Siraj, shifting the momentum in Delhi’s favour.
With eight runs required off the last three balls, the tension peaked. Miller smashed a towering six off Prasidh Krishna, bringing the equation down to the final deliveries. However, Gujarat held their nerve, and a decisive run-out on the last ball denied Delhi a famous win.
Earlier in the over, Vipraj Nigam contributed with a boundary but was dismissed at a crucial moment, adding to the late drama. Kuldeep Yadav also played a role in rotating the strike during the final over.
This thrilling victory marks a significant comeback for Gujarat Titans, boosting their campaign momentum, while Delhi Capitals will look to regroup after a heartbreaking defeat.
