RCB vs DC: IPL 2026 Match 26 Stats That Will Blow Your Mind

What a clash it was at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium! Delhi Capitals snatched victory from the jaws of defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Match 26 of IPL 2026. RCB, after posting 175/8 thanks to Phil Salt’s explosive 63, looked in control, but DC had other plans.

KL Rahul set the stage ablaze with a solid 57 off 34 balls. But it was Tristan Stubbs who truly turned the tide, scoring a crucial 60 not out and forming vital partnerships with Axar Patel and David Miller. The latter sealed the deal in the final over, smashing two sixes and a four, sending RCB fans into despair. Bhuvneshwar Kumar shone with the ball, claiming 3 wickets for 26 runs, his performance elevating him to rare company.

Let’s dive into the standout stats from this epic encounter! First up, KL Rahul boasts a staggering average of 69.9 against RCB, the highest for any player against a single opponent in IPL history. In a remarkable feat, Bhuvneshwar Kumar bagged three wickets in the powerplay for just the second time ever in IPL, a stat that echoes back to 2013. Tim David also reached the 1000-run mark in IPL, doing so in just 560 balls, the second-fastest ever!

This match was also a milestone for RCB, marking their 100th game at Chinnaswamy, a record in IPL history. Virat Kohli continued to add to his legacy, with 20 catches against Delhi, and 1149 runs, making him a legend in this rivalry. And let’s not forget, this was KL Rahul’s 150th IPL match. What a day for the stats lovers! Keep your eyes peeled for more action as the tournament heats up!