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

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) faced Delhi Capitals (DC) in a thrilling encounter that took place at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

DC pulled off a dominant performance to defeat KKR by 40 runs in the 70th and final league match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, wrapping up their campaign on a high note and securing a 6th-place finish on the points table.

After winning the toss and opting to bowl first, the Kolkata Knight Riders failed to contain the opposition as the Delhi Capitals posted a massive total of 203/5 in their 20 overs.
DC was propelled by a magnificent 60 off 30 balls from KL Rahul and a vital knock of 39 off 25 balls from captain Axar Patel. David Miller contributed an aggressive 28 off 19 balls, while Ashutosh Sharma added the finishing touches with an unbeaten cameo of 18 off 11 deliveries.

In response, Kolkata Knight Riders' chase was derailed early and lacked momentum, despite a fighting half-century from captain Ajinkya Rahane, who smashed 63 off 39 balls. No other KKR batter managed to cross the 30-run mark as wickets fell in quick succession. The Delhi Capitals' bowling unit maintained immense pressure throughout, easily defending their total and ensuring KKR fell 40 runs short, relegating Kolkata to a 7th-place finish.

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

Delhi Capitals (DC) defeated Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) by 40 runs in Match 70 of IPL 2026 in Kolkata.

Match Summary

• Delhi Capitals (DC): 203/5 in 20.0 overs; KL Rahul 60 (30), Axar Patel 39 (25), David Miller 28 (19).
• Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR): 163 in 20.0 overs; Ajinkya Rahane 63 (39).

KKR vs DC Top Players

• Top Batter: Ajinkya Rahane (KKR) (63 runs).
• Top Bowler: Kuldeep Yadav (DC) (3/29)

KKR vs DC Match Award Winners: Full List

• Player of the Match: Kuldeep Yadav (DC) (3/29)
• Sierra Super Striker of the Match: KL Rahul (DC) - SR: 200.00
• Angel One Super Sixes of the Match: KL Rahul (DC)
• Rupay on the Go 4s of the Match: KL Rahul (DC)