Delhi Capitals (DC) recorded the lowest powerplay score in IPL history, managing just 13 runs for 6 wickets against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on April 27, 2026. This unprecedented performance unfolded at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, where a sudden dust storm severely affected visibility.
The match initially promised excitement but turned chaotic as players struggled to see the pitch. The dust storm caused significant disruptions—players were unable to maintain focus and footing. DC’s dismal start set the tone for their innings.
Ultimately, DC set a target of just 76 runs for RCB to chase. This target is notably low, reflecting the adverse conditions and DC’s struggle throughout the match.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Josh Hazlewood capitalized on the situation, taking multiple wickets and contributing significantly to DC’s downfall. Their bowling proved too challenging for the struggling batsmen.
The previous lowest powerplay score was 14 runs, which means DC’s performance was worse by an entire run—a stark indicator of their struggles on this day.
As one observer noted, “दिल्ली ताश की पत्तों की तरह बिखरी, RCB को दिया 76 रनों का लक्ष्य,
