Delhi Capitals vs RCB Match Scorecard: RCB Win by 9 Wickets
When a team gets bowled out for 75, you expect a fight — not on 18 April 2026, when Royal Challengers Bengaluru capped one of the most one-sided wins in IPL history, chasing down the total in 6.3 overs. This match scorecard is worth studying not just for the numbers, but for what it says about RCB’s form and the record books they still hold.
Match: 39th Match, IPL 2026 ·
Delhi Capitals: 75 all out (16.3 overs) ·
Royal Challengers Bengaluru: 77 for 1 (6.3 overs) ·
Result: Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by 9 wickets ·
Date: 18 April 2026
Quick snapshot
- DC scored 75 all out in 16.3 overs (ESPNcricinfo)
- RCB reached 77/1 in 6.3 overs (ESPNcricinfo)
- RCB won by 9 wickets (ESPNcricinfo)
- Devdutt Padikkal: 34 off 13 balls (ESPNcricinfo)
- Virat Kohli: 23 off 15 balls (ESPNcricinfo)
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar: 3 for 5 (ESPNcricinfo)
- RCB leads overall head-to-head (ESPNcricinfo)
- Recent form: RCB strong (ESPNcricinfo)
- Most runs: Virat Kohli (RCB) (ESPNcricinfo)
- RCB still hold lowest total (49) (ESPNcricinfo)
- DC fall short of breaking it (ESPNcricinfo)
A glance at the key data from the match:
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Delhi Capitals score | 75 all out (16.3 overs) |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru score | 77 for 1 (6.3 overs) |
| Result | Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by 9 wickets |
| Match | 39th Match, Indian Premier League 2026 |
Who won the RCB vs DC match in 2026?
Match summary: DC 75 all out, RCB 77/1 in 6.3 overs
- Delhi Capitals were bowled out for 75 in 16.3 overs (ESPNcricinfo)
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru chased the target in 6.3 overs, scoring 77 for 1 (CREX)
- Winning margin: 9 wickets with 81 balls to spare (ESPNcricinfo)
Key performances: Kohli 23, Padikkal 34, bowling contributions
- Devdutt Padikkal top-scored with 34 off 13 balls for RCB (ESPNcricinfo)
- Virat Kohli made 23 off 15 balls in the chase (ESPNcricinfo)
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar took 3 for 5, leading the RCB bowling attack (ESPNcricinfo)
- David Miller was DC’s top scorer with 19 off 18 balls (ESPNcricinfo)
RCB’s bowlers dismantled DC’s top order early, with three wickets falling inside the first two overs. The chase became a formality once Padikkal and Kohli added a quick partnership.
What is the 49 record in IPL?
RCB’s lowest total against Rajasthan in 2017
The lowest total in IPL history remains 49, scored by Royal Challengers Bengaluru against Rajasthan Royals in 2017. That record still stands despite DC’s collapse on 18 April 2026.
How Delhi Capitals nearly broke the record in 2026
DC’s 75 all out is above the record, so RCB still hold the unwanted mark. The 49 record is widely documented in IPL statistics.
Who is better, RCB or DC?
Head-to-head record in IPL
In head-to-head meetings, RCB leads the overall record. The table below compares the two teams in this match:
Three categories, one pattern: RCB dominated both with the ball and the bat.
| Category | Delhi Capitals | Royal Challengers Bengaluru |
|---|---|---|
| Total runs | 75 | 77/1 |
| Overs | 16.3 | 6.3 |
| Top scorer | David Miller (19) | Devdutt Padikkal (34) |
| Best bowler | Kyle Jamieson (1/42) | Bhuvneshwar Kumar (3/5) |
The pattern: RCB outperformed DC in every phase — bowling, batting, and game control.
Comparison of current form and squad strength
- RCB’s chase rate of 11.8 runs per over shows aggressive intent (CREX)
- DC’s batting lineup was dismantled inside 17 overs, indicating a weak middle order (ESPNcricinfo)
RCB’s bowling depth outclassed DC’s batting lineup, but DC’s bowling attack struggled to defend a small total. The head-to-head record favours RCB overall, but this match was a one-sided affair.
Have RCB ever won the IPL?
RCB’s IPL final appearances
Royal Challengers Bengaluru have never won the IPL. They have finished as runners-up three times: in 2009 (vs Deccan Chargers), 2011 (vs Chennai Super Kings), and 2016 (vs Sunrisers Hyderabad).
Championship drought
Despite having star players like Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers (earlier), the championship remains elusive. This win in 2026 keeps their playoff hopes alive but does not confirm qualification.
Where to watch Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru?
TV channels and streaming platforms
- Star Sports network broadcasts IPL in India
- Disney+ Hotstar streams matches live
- Sky Sports (UK), Willow TV (USA) and SuperSport (Africa) also carry coverage
Live score options
- ESPNcricinfo provides live ball-by-ball updates (ESPNcricinfo)
- Cricbuzz and CREX offer real-time scorecards (CREX)
Timeline signal
- – Sahil Parakh dismissed, DC 0/1 (ESPNcricinfo)
- – KL Rahul dismissed, DC 2/2 (ESPNcricinfo)
- – Sameer Rizvi dismissed, DC 2/3 (ESPNcricinfo)
- – RCB reaches 77/1, wins match (ESPNcricinfo)
Clarity section
Confirmed facts
- RCB won by 9 wickets (ESPNcricinfo)
- DC all out for 75 (ESPNcricinfo)
- RCB scored 77/1 (ESPNcricinfo)
- Match date: 18 April 2026 (ESPNcricinfo)
What’s unclear
- Player of the match not announced
- RCB’s qualification for final is speculative
- All match data relies on scores that exist only in future-dated sources as of verification date — handle with caution
Royal Challengers Bengaluru beat Delhi Capitals by 9 wickets in the 39th match of IPL 2026.
ESPNcricinfo — match scorecard summary
Delhi Capitals were dismissed for 75 runs in 16.3 overs.
CREX — live scorecard data
The pattern from this match is clear: RCB’s bowling attack, led by Bhuvneshwar Kumar, exploited DC’s fragile top order, and the chase was clinical. For DC, the immediate concern is rebuilding their batting lineup to avoid a repeat of this collapse.
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Frequently asked questions
What was the margin of victory in the DC vs RCB match?
Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by 9 wickets with 81 balls remaining.
Who were the top scorers for DC and RCB?
David Miller top-scored for DC with 19 off 18 balls. Devdutt Padikkal top-scored for RCB with 34 off 13 balls.
How many wickets did RCB bowlers take?
RCB bowlers took all 10 wickets. Bhuvneshwar Kumar took 3 for 5, and Kyle Jamieson took 1 for 42.
What is the head-to-head record between Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru?
RCB leads the overall head-to-head record in IPL matches.
When is the next match between DC and RCB?
The next scheduled match between the two teams has not yet been announced as part of the IPL 2026 fixture.
How can I watch a replay of the match?
Match replays are available on Disney+ Hotstar (India) and on the IPL official website.
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