Punjab Kings extended their blazing run in this IPL season, rewriting the record books with the highest successful chase as they defeated Delhi Capitals by six wickets on Saturday.Pursuing a massive 265, PBKS openers Prabhsimran Singh (76 off 26 balls; 9 fours, 5 sixes) and Priyansh Arya (43 off 17 balls; 2 fours, 5 sixes) came out all guns blazing.
The duo stitched together a stunning 126-run partnership in just 6.5 overs, powering the team to the season’s highest powerplay score of 105 without loss.Despite losing three quick wickets, skipper Shreyas Iyer capitalised on his chances and steered the chase with composure. He remained unbeaten on 71 off 36 balls (3 fours, 7 sixes), guiding PBKS home with seven balls to spare and maintaining their unbeaten streak.
With this win, PBKS now have six victories from seven matches, with one game washed out due to rain in Kolkata.Incidentally, PBKS also held the previous record for the highest successful IPL chase, having overhauled Kolkata Knight Riders’ 261/6 in the 2024 season.
This latest effort is now the highest successful chase in all T20 cricket.Earlier, KL Rahul produced a sensational unbeaten 152 — the highest score by an Indian in IPL history — while Nitish Rana contributed a fine 91, helping Delhi Capitals post a formidable 264/2 after electing to bat.
Rahul’s knock also stands as the third-highest individual score in IPL history.Brief Scores: Delhi Capitals 264/2 in 20 overs (KL Rahul 152*; Nitish Rana 91). Punjab Kings 265/4 in 18.5 overs (Prabhsimran Singh 76; Priyansh Arya 43; Shreyas Iyer 71*). PBKS won by six wickets.