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IPL 2026: DC Skipper Axar Patel Fined Rs 12 Lakh for Slow Over Rate

Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel has been fined Rs 12 lakh for a slow over rate offence during their three-wicket win against Punjab Kings in IPL 2026. This was DC's first offence of the season under the IPL's Code of Conduct. Axar led from the front with a 30-ball 56, while David Miller added 51 as DC chased down 211. Madhav Tiwari and Ashutosh Sharma provided the finishing touches to keep DC's playoff hopes alive.

Key Points: Axar Patel Fined Rs 12 Lakh for Slow Over Rate in IPL 2026

  • Axar Patel fined Rs 12 lakh for slow over rate offence
  • DC defeated PBKS by 3 wickets in Match 55
  • Axar scored 56, David Miller 51 in chase of 211
  • Madhav Tiwari and Ashutosh Sharma starred in finish
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IPL 2026: DC skipper Axar fined for slow over rate offence

Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel fined Rs 12 lakh for slow over rate in IPL 2026 win over Punjab Kings. Axar scored 56 as DC chased 211 in Dharamshala.

"As this was his team's first offence of the season under Article 2.22 of the IPL's Code of Conduct, which pertains to minimum over-rate offences, Axar Patel was fined INR 12 lakhs. - IPL Statement"

Mumbai, May 12

Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel has been fined Rs 12 lakh for a slow over rate offence during a three-wicket win against Punjab Kings at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamshala.

"Delhi Capitals (DC) captain Axar Patel has been fined after his team maintained a slow over rate during Match No. 55 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 against Punjab Kings (PBKS) at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamshala.

"As this was his team's first offence of the season under Article 2.22 of the IPL's Code of Conduct, which pertains to minimum over-rate offences, Axar Patel was fined INR 12 lakhs," the IPL said in a statement.

DC defeated Punjab Kings in Match 55 of the TATA IPL 2026, pulling off the highest successful chase at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in the IPL.

Batting first. PBKS produced another fearless batting display, posting an imposing 210/5 courtesy of sparkling contributions from Priyansh Arya, Shreyas Iyer and Suryansh Shedge.

Chasing 211, DC had a shaky start as they were reduced to 33/3 in the fifth over. The visitors, however, rebuilt through skipper Axar and David Miller, who counterattacked aggressively in the middle overs.

Axar smashed 56 off 30 balls, while Miller's 51 kept Delhi firmly in the chase. PBKS continued to fight till the very end, with Ben Dwarshuis and Marcus Stoinis picking up crucial wickets to keep the contest alive.

But Madhav Tiwari emerged as the unlikely hero for DC, smashing 18 off 8, including a crucial six. Ashutosh Sharma provided the final flourish with a rapid 24 off 10 balls, ensuring Delhi crossed the line at 216/7 in the 19th over.

Despite the defeat, PBKS currently sit fourth on the points table with 13 points from 11 matches. For the DC, the victory ended a run of back-to-back losses and kept their campaign alive. Defeat would have made them the third team to be eliminated this season.

- IANS

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Gaurav U
Shreyas Iyer scoring runs for Punjab while his old team wins without him - the irony! But honestly, Axar's captaincy has been a pleasant surprise. His batting was clutch today, but as captain he needs to keep the over rate in check.
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Tanya I
Highest successful chase at Dharamshala! That's some feat. Madhav Tiwari and Ashutosh Sharma - the young guns are the real heroes. This is what IPL does best, giving platform to unseen talent.
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Nikhil C
Fine aside, can we talk about how PBKS literally choked? 210 is a winning score in Dharamshala but their bowlers made the pitch look flat. Shreyas played beautifully though, happy to see him in form.
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Aditya G
Axar's evolution from a containing spinner to a match-winning captain and aggressive batter has been amazing to watch. He's no longer just "Jadeja's backup" in any format. Deserves more respect.
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Rohit L
Over rate fines are just a token gesture. The real issue is that teams don't respect the time limits because the penalty is weak. Fine should be Rs 50 lakh minimum so captains actually care.

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