IPL 2026: David Miller’s Last-Over Sixes Guide Delhi Capitals to 6-Wicket Win Over RCB in Bengaluru
IPL 2026: David Miller hits last-over sixes as Delhi Capitals beat RCB by 6 wickets in Bengaluru. KL Rahul and Tristan Stubbs star in chase of 176.
In an exciting RCB vs Delhi Capitals IPL 2026 match in Bengaluru on April 18, David Miller smashed two crucial sixes in the final over to guide Delhi Capitals (DC) to a thrilling six-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
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Chasing a target of 176 runs, Delhi Capitals successfully reached 179/4 with one ball to spare, thanks to key contributions from KL Rahul and Tristan Stubbs.
KL Rahul and Tristan Stubbs Steady the Chase for Delhi Capitals
Delhi Capitals faced early trouble, slipping to 18/3 in 2.5 overs, before KL Rahul and Tristan Stubbs stabilized the innings.
Key batting performances:
- KL Rahul – 57 runs (34 balls)
- Tristan Stubbs – 60 not out (47 balls)
- David Miller – 22 (10 balls)*
Rahul’s composed innings and Stubbs’ steady batting laid the foundation for the chase.
Miller Finishes Match with Last-Over Sixes
With 15 runs needed in the final over, David Miller delivered under pressure:
- Hit two massive sixes off Romario Shepherd
- Sealed victory with one ball remaining
This performance helped Miller redeem himself after a previous narrow loss earlier in the season.
RCB Bowlers Strike Early but Lose Grip Later
RCB had a strong start with Bhuvneshwar Kumar picking 3 wickets for 26 runs, dismissing:
- Pathum Nissanka
- Karun Nair
- Sameer Rizvi
Despite early breakthroughs, RCB failed to contain DC in the middle and death overs.
Earlier: RCB Post 175/8 Despite Phil Salt’s 63
Batting first, RCB scored 175/8 in 20 overs.
Top performers:
- Phil Salt – 63 runs
- Virat Kohli – 19 runs
Delhi Capitals bowlers, including Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav, restricted RCB from reaching a bigger total.
Match Summary: RCB vs DC IPL 2026 Bengaluru
- Match: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals
- Venue: Bengaluru
- Date: April 18, 2026
- RCB Score: 175/8 (20 overs)
- DC Score: 179/4 (19.5 overs)
- Result: Delhi Capitals won by 6 wickets
Delhi Capitals Clinch Thrilling Win Over RCB
The RCB vs Delhi Capitals IPL 2026 match in Bengaluru ended in a thrilling finish as David Miller’s last-over sixes secured a six-wicket win. With strong performances from KL Rahul and Tristan Stubbs, Delhi Capitals successfully chased down the target and ended their losing streak.
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