NEW DELHI: In a breathtaking display of power-hitting and precision, KL Rahul silenced his critics by playing one of the greatest innings in T20 history. Representing the Delhi Capitals against his former franchise Punjab Kings in IPL 2026, Rahul rewrote the record books with a monumental unbeaten 152 off just 67 deliveries.
With this sensational knock at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Rahul etched his name in history as the first-ever Indian cricketer to score 150 runs in an IPL innings, leading Delhi to a massive total and a dominant position.
A Record-Breaking Avalanche
Rahul’s innings was a masterclass in controlled aggression. Braving the sweltering Delhi heat, he dismantled the Punjab bowling attack with 16 boundaries and 9 towering sixes.
Key milestones achieved during this innings include:
Highest Score by an Indian: Rahul surpassed Abhishek Sharma’s previous record of 141 runs to become the highest individual scorer among Indians in the IPL.
Blazing Century: He reached his 6th IPL century in just 47 balls, showcasing a strike rate that left the opposition searching for answers.
Three-Franchise Centurion: Rahul became the first player in IPL history to score multiple centuries for three different franchises—Punjab Kings, Lucknow Super Giants, and now Delhi Capitals.
All-Time IPL Rankings: His 152* is now the third-highest individual score in IPL history, trailing only Chris Gayle (175*) and Brendon McCullum (158).The Rahul-Rana Show
After the early departure of Pathum Nissanka, Rahul found a perfect partner in Nitish Rana. The duo put on a clinical exhibition of batting, stitching together a 220-run partnership for the second wicket—the highest for Delhi Capitals and the second-highest in IPL history.
Rana played a stellar supporting role with a quickfire 91, allowing Rahul to anchor and then explode at the death. Their partnership powered Delhi Capitals to a mammoth 264/2 in their allotted 20 over.
