DC vs PBKS Result: Punjab Kings Script History in Record-Breaking 265-Run Chase (IPL 2026 Match 35)
Read the full match report of DC vs PBKS (Match 35). PBKS chased down a massive 265-run target against Delhi Capitals, featuring KL Rahul’s 152* and PBKS's clinical batting.
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The Indian Premier League has seen many miracles, but Match 35 of the 2026 season between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) will be remembered as the night the record books were rewritten. In a game that defied logic and exhausted superlatives, Punjab Kings pulled off the highest successful run chase in T20 history, hunting down a mammoth target of 265 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
The First Innings: KL Rahul’s Masterclass
Winning the toss and electing to bat, Delhi Capitals’ captain KL Rahul played an innings for the ages. From the first over, Rahul looked in a different league. He anchored the innings while simultaneously maintaining a strike rate that hovered near 240.
Rahul finished with a breathtaking 152 off just 64 balls*, the highest individual score in this season so far. His innings was peppered with 12 sixes and 10 boundaries, leaving the PBKS bowlers—including the seasoned Arshdeep Singh and Kagiso Rabada—searching for answers. Supported by a quick-fire 45 from Harry Brook, Delhi posted a total of 264/3, a score most fans thought was untouchable.
The PBKS Response: Calculated Carnage
Chasing 265 requires more than just big hitting; it requires a psychological edge. PBKS openers Prabhsimran Singh and Jonny Bairstow provided the perfect launchpad. Despite the scoreboard pressure, they raced to 80 runs within the powerplay.
When Bairstow fell to Kuldeep Yadav, the momentum could have shifted. However, the PBKS middle order, led by the inform Sam Curran and the explosive Liam Livingstone, kept the required rate within reach.
The Final Overs: A Historic Finish
The match came down to the final over with PBKS needing 14 runs. Against the pace of Mukesh Kumar, the PBKS batters showed nerves of steel. A towering six over long-on on the fourth ball effectively sealed the deal, sparking wild celebrations in the Punjab dugout.
With this win, Punjab Kings have solidified their position at the top of the points table with 13 points, making them the team to beat in 2026.
Key Performance Stats
- DC Top Scorer: KL Rahul (152* off 64)
- PBKS Best Bowler: Rahul Chahar (1/38 in a high-scoring game)
- Leading the Race: Abhishek Sharma (SRH) still holds the Orange Cap with 380 runs, but Rahul is closing in rapidly.
- Purple Cap Race: Anshul Kamboj (CSK) and Eshan Malinga (SRH) remain at the top with 14 wickets.
What’s Next?
Delhi Capitals will need to regroup quickly. Despite scoring 264, their bowling unit looked toothless in the death overs. They have recently signed Rehan Ahmed to bolster their spin department following Ben Duckett's departure, and fans will be eager to see if he can provide the breakthrough they desperately need.
For Punjab Kings, this victory isn't just about two points; it’s a statement of intent. They are playing a brand of fearless cricket that has made them the favorites to lift the trophy this year.
