Sameer Rizvi’s unbeaten 70, supported by Tristan Stubbs, led Delhi Capitals to a convincing six-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL 2026 opener. Lucknow’s pace bowling strategy posed challenges for Delhi early on, with KL Rahul and Nitish Rana falling cheaply to the seam attack.
Prince Yadav’s impactful bowling for Lucknow saw key dismissals, including a brilliant catch by Rishabh Pant. Despite the pressure, Rizvi’s resilient innings, marked by smart shot selections, shifted the momentum in Delhi’s favor. His partnership with Stubbs proved crucial in securing the win for Delhi.
LSG’s innings saw early setbacks, with skipper Rishabh Pant’s run-out and a disciplined bowling display by DC’s Mukesh Kumar and Axar Patel. A late collapse in LSG’s batting lineup, led by Ngidi and Natarajan’s bowling prowess, restricted them to a modest total. Delhi’s strong bowling performance set the stage for Rizvi and Stubbs’ match-winning partnership.
In a challenging chase, Rizvi’s composed innings, highlighted by aggressive stroke play against spinners, guided Delhi to victory. His unbeaten 70, complemented by Stubbs’ contribution, sealed the win for Delhi Capitals in a successful start to their IPL campaign.
