DPL 2026: Purani Dilli 6 seal last-over thriller against North Delhi Strikers
New Delhi, Aug 14
Purani Dilli 6 pulled off a thrilling four-wicket win over North Delhi Strikers in the Delhi Premier League 2026, chasing down a challenging target in a dramatic last-over finish.
Batting first, North Delhi Strikers posted 186/6 in 20 overs, with captain Sarthak Ranjan and Yash Bhatia leading the way with the bat.
The Strikers got off to a steady start as Ranjan and Vaibhav Kandpal added 45 runs for the opening wicket. Kandpal was dismissed for 14 off 11 balls, bringing Yash Bhatia to the crease.
Ranjan and Bhatia then took control of the innings, putting together a 61-run partnership for the second wicket. Ranjan continued his excellent form and scored a well-made 59 off 37 balls, while Bhatia also struck 59 off 41 deliveries.
Yash Dabas provided the late push with a valuable 36 off 22 balls, helping North Delhi Strikers finish on a strong 186/6 and set Purani Dilli 6 a tough target.
In reply, Purani Dilli 6 endured a difficult start and were reduced to 53/4, leaving the chase in serious trouble.
However, Ashwini Chillar and Lalit Yadav produced a brilliant fightback. The pair added 105 runs for the fifth wicket, completely changing the momentum of the game and bringing Purani Dilli 6 back into contention.
Yadav played a crucial knock of 64 off 41 balls before he was dismissed, but Chillar continued to keep the chase alive.
Chillar was later joined by Rohan Rathi, and the duo brought the equation down to seven runs needed from the final over. However, Chillar was dismissed for a fighting 45 off 36 balls, leaving the match on a knife edge.
With the pressure at its highest, Pankaj Jaswal produced a stunning finish. He smashed a six off the very first ball he faced and followed it up with another maximum to seal the match for Purani Dilli 6.
The dramatic finish completed a remarkable comeback for Purani Dilli 6, who recovered from 53/4 to chase down 187 and snatch victory from the jaws of defeat.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Poor North Delhi Strikers - 186 is a good score in any conditions but their bowlers just couldn't defend it in death overs. Sarthak Ranjan's captaincy innings was brilliant though. DPL is proving to be a great platform for young domestic talent.
Ekdum nail-biter match! The way Purani Dilli 6 kept their cool after losing Chillar in the last over... Pankaj Jaswal ne pressure mein aisa khel dikhaya jo yaad rahega. 7 runs needed and he just finished it with two sixes. Classic Delhi-style batting!
Respect to both teams. But honestly, North Delhi's death bowling needs serious work. 53/4 pe opposition ko wapas aane dena is not acceptable at this level. Great entertainment though - last over was Dilli ki galiyon jaisa thriller! 🏏
Ashwini Chillar ji, aapne to dil jeet liya! 45 runs jab team 53/4 pe thi us waqt... That's what you call match awareness. And Lalit Yadav's 64 was equally important. DPL is proving that Indian domestic cricket ke future stars yahin se aayenge. Shabash!
What a match to have attended at the stadium! The atmosphere was electrifying. When Purani Dilli was 53/4, many thought it was over. But this is why we love T20 cricket - match tab tak khatam nahi hota jab tak aakhri ball nahi
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