Who Won IPL 2026 Match Yesterday? DC vs KKR Match Results, Top Players, Match Summary & Award Winners

The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) pulled off a spectacular and dominant run chase to defeat the Delhi Capitals (DC) by 8 wickets in the 51st match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. The thrilling encounter took place at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.

After winning the toss and opting to bowl first, the Kolkata Knight Riders restricted the Delhi Capitals to a modest total of 142/8 in their 20 overs. DC was propelled by a brisk 50 off 29 balls from Pathum Nissanka at the top of the order, along with a crucial 39 off 28 balls by Ashutosh Sharma later in the innings. However, KKR's bowling attack choked the Delhi middle order, with Anukul Roy (2/31) and Kartik Tyagi (2/25) claiming two wickets each, while veteran spinner Sunil Narine was incredibly economical.

In response, the Kolkata Knight Riders successfully hunted down the target with absolute authority. A phenomenal, maiden IPL century from Finn Allen set the stadium ablaze, as he remained unbeaten on a breathtaking 100* off just 47 balls, completely dismantling the DC bowling attack. He was perfectly supported by Cameron Green, who solidly anchored the chase from the other end with a steady 33 off 27 balls. Riding on this massive partnership, KKR reached 147/2 in just 14.2 overs, winning comfortably with 34 balls to spare.

Who won yesterday's DC vs KKR IPL 2026 Match?

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) defeated Delhi Capitals (DC) by 8 wickets in Match 51 of IPL 2026 in Delhi.

Match Summary

• Delhi Capitals (DC): 142/8 in 20.0 overs; Pathum Nissanka 50 (29), Ashutosh Sharma 39 (28); Kartik Tyagi 2/25, Anukul Roy 2/31.
• Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR): 147/2 in 14.2 overs; Finn Allen 100* (47), Cameron Green 33 (27); Axar Patel 1/27.

DC vs KKR Top Players

• Top Batter: Finn Allen (KKR) (100* runs).
• Top Bowler: Kartik Tyagi (KKR) (2/25).

DC vs KKR Match Award Winners: Full List

• Player of the Match: Finn Allen (KKR) - 100* off 47 balls
• Super Striker of the Match: Finn Allen (KKR) - SR: 212
• Angel One Super Sixes of the Match: Finn Allen (KKR) - 10 Sixes
• Rupay on the Go 4s of the Match: Finn Allen (KKR) - 5 Fours
• TATA IPL Green Dot Balls of the Match: Sunil Narine (KKR) - 14 dot balls

Who will play Today's IPL 2026 Match?

Rajasthan Royals take on the Gujarat Titans at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
in today's IPL 2026 Match at 7:30 PM IST.