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IPL 2026 Live: Miller finishes in style as DC chase down 163, beat MI by 6 wickets with 11 balls to spare

Delhi Capitals elect to field first after winning toss, aiming to chase against a strong Mumbai Indians lineup.

By Aritra Chatterjee

Apr 04, 2026 15:13 IST
2026-04-04 19:02

Delhi Capitals win the match

Corbin Bosch erred with a full toss down the leg side, and David Miller made no mistake, neatly flicking it fine past the 45 fielder for a boundary. That decisive stroke sealed a clinical chase for Delhi Capitals, who crossed the finish line with composure. Powered by a stunning knock from Sameer Rizvi earlier in the innings, Delhi kept control despite early setbacks. Mumbai Indians’ bowlers struggled to contain the flow in the latter stages. In the end, Delhi Capitals completed the chase comfortably, securing a six-wicket victory with 11 balls to spare in an impressive all-round performance.

2026-04-04 18:55

Sameer Rizvi misses a century

Corbin Bosch strikes to end a sensational knock from Sameer Rizvi. Attempting to go big, Rizvi cleared his front leg to loft a full delivery down the ground, but the bat twisted at impact, sending the ball high into the air. Tilak Varma ran in from long-off and completed a safe catch. Rizvi departs for a brilliant 90 off 51 balls, receiving a standing ovation from the Delhi crowd and applause from teammates.

2026-04-04 18:27

Sameer Rizvi brings up fifty

Delhi Capitals have bounced back strongly to 107/3 in 12 overs, needing 56 runs off 48 balls against Mumbai Indians. Sameer Rizvi has shifted momentum with an aggressive knock, bringing up a crucial half-century. With the required rate now under control, DC are back in the contest. Mumbai need quick wickets to regain control, while Delhi will look to capitalize on this momentum and finish the chase clinically.

2026-04-04 18:21

Patthum Nissanka falls

Delhi Capitals are 73/3 in 9.5 overs, needing 90 runs off 61 balls against Mumbai Indians. Pathum Nissanka played a fluent 44 before falling, while Sameer Rizvi is holding the innings together. The required rate is climbing, and Mumbai have regained control with timely breakthroughs. Mitchell Santner struck a crucial blow, putting pressure on Delhi’s middle order to stabilize the chase.

2026-04-04 17:47

DC in early trouble at 13/2, chasing 163 vs MI

Delhi Capitals stumbled early in their chase, slipping to 13/2 in 3 overs while chasing 163 against Mumbai Indians. Deepak Chahar struck a crucial blow by dismissing KL Rahul cheaply, while a sharp run-out involving Jasprit Bumrah removed Nitish Rana. Pathum Nissanka has looked positive, but Delhi are under pressure with a rising required rate and early wickets denting their chase.

2026-04-04 17:17

MI post 162/6 as Suryakumar shines, DC restrict well at Arun Jaitley

Mumbai Indians posted a competitive 162/6 in 20 overs, led by a fluent half-century from Suryakumar Yadav and a steady knock from Rohit Sharma. After early setbacks, the middle order rebuilt well, with contributions from Naman Dhir and Mitchell Santner. A late flourish from Corbin Bosch boosted the total. For Delhi Capitals, Mukesh Kumar starred with key wickets, keeping Mumbai in check.

2026-04-04 17:04

Naman Dhir departs

T Natarajan gets the breakthrough as Naman Dhir holes out trying to accelerate. It was a short delivery that Dhir read early and went for the pull, connecting well, but he picked out the longer boundary. The ball traveled straight into the safe hands of Tristan Stubbs in the deep. A promising knock comes to an end as Dhir departs for 28 off 21 balls (2 fours, 1 six).

2026-04-04 16:51

Surya Kumar Yadav departs after scoring fifty

Lungi Ngidi strikes a crucial blow as Suryakumar Yadav is trapped lbw after a well-made fifty. It was a clever pace-off delivery on a short of length that stayed low, sneaking under SKY’s bat as he attempted the pull. The ball thudded into his back thigh, prompting a review after a brief chat with Naman Dhir. UltraEdge showed no bat involved, and ball-tracking returned three reds, confirming the decision. Mumbai Indians lose both their set batter and a review, with Suryakumar departing for 51 off 36 balls (3 fours, 2 sixes).

2026-04-04 16:34

MI is building the stage slowly and steadily

Surya Kumar Yadav and Naman Dhir are forming a partnership and coping with back-to-back through, with a run rate of 7.14 MI, have reached 100 for four after 14 overs.

2026-04-04 16:27

Back-to-back breakthrough for MI

Vipraj Nigam strikes as Sherfane Rutherford holes out! The quicker delivery at 94.2 kph tempts Rutherford into a slog sweep, but he fails to get the distance. The ball goes high rather than far, and Mukesh Kumar settles under it to complete a safe catch. Rutherford departs for 5 off 7 balls, giving Delhi Capitals another crucial breakthrough.

2026-04-04 16:16

Rohit Sharma departs after having a good start

Rohit Sharma fell short after forming a partnership with Surya Kumar Yadav. He made 35 runs in 26 balls and decorated his innings with five fours and one six. Axar Patel gave him a short-length ball, and Rohit Sharma failed to hit a cut.

2026-04-04 16:08

MI steady at 60/2 after early blows, Rohit and Surya rebuild innings

Mumbai Indians steadied their innings at 60/2 after 7.3 overs despite early setbacks. Mukesh Kumar struck twice to put Delhi Capitals on top, removing Ryan Rickelton and Tilak Varma cheaply. However, Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav counterattacked with a brisk partnership, keeping the run rate healthy. Delhi will look for another breakthrough, while Mumbai aim to build a strong platform for a big total.

2026-04-04 15:12

Mumbai Indians (Playing XI)

Rohit Sharma, Ryan Rickelton(w), Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Naman Dhir, Sherfane Rutherford, Mitchell Santner, Corbin Bosch, Shardul Thakur, Deepak Chahar, Jasprit Bumrah

2026-04-04 15:11

Delhi Capitals (Playing XI)

KL Rahul(w), Pathum Nissanka, Nitish Rana, Axar Patel(c), Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Vipraj Nigam, Lungi Ngidi, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan, Mukesh Kumar

2026-04-04 15:09

Match preview

Delhi Capitals take on Mumbai Indians in a high-stakes IPL 2026 clash, with DC opting to bowl first after winning the toss. Riding on momentum from their previous win, Delhi will rely on their in-form bowling attack. Mumbai, powered by Rohit Sharma and a strong core, will look to set a commanding total. With a flat pitch and balanced conditions, fans can expect a competitive contest between two well-rounded sides.

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