Former Australian cricketer Aaron Finch commended Delhi Capitals’ wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul for his adept technique in facing Josh Hazlewood during the IPL 2026 clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Despite a shaky start with Delhi Capitals at 18/3, Rahul’s aggressive approach and skillful play helped the team chase down 176 runs. Finch highlighted Rahul’s ability to handle Hazlewood’s bowling with precision due to his strong technique.
Rahul’s impactful innings of 57 runs off 30 balls featured crucial boundaries, notably a 14-run over against Hazlewood, which aided Delhi Capitals in recovering from a challenging position. His strategic batting, coupled with effective strike rotation and gap-finding, ensured that the required run rate remained manageable throughout the innings. Additionally, his partnership with Tristan Stubbs, contributing 76 runs, played a pivotal role in Delhi Capitals’ resurgence.
The match intensified as it approached the final over, where David Miller’s experience shone through as he secured a thrilling victory for Delhi Capitals with two sixes and a boundary. Following this win, Delhi Capitals now hold the fourth spot in the points table, accumulating six points from five matches. Having broken a two-game losing streak, the team aims to sustain their winning momentum in the upcoming match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 21.
