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Nitish Rana Hits 91, Completes 3,000 IPL Runs for DC

Nitish Rana reached the 3,000-run milestone in the Indian Premier League during Delhi Capitals' match against Punjab Kings on Saturday. He scored a blistering 91 off 44 balls, hitting 11 boundaries and four sixes, which is now his highest IPL score. Rana and KL Rahul shared a record 220-run partnership, the second-highest for any wicket in IPL history, guiding DC to 264/2. This total is the highest of IPL 2026 so far, with Rahul scoring an unbeaten 152 off 67 balls.

Key Points: Nitish Rana Reaches 3,000 IPL Runs With 91 vs PBKS

  • Nitish Rana completed 3,000 IPL runs with a 91-run knock
  • He hit 11 fours and 4 sixes in 44 balls
  • Rana and KL Rahul shared a record 220-run partnership
  • DC posted 264/2, the highest total of IPL 2026 so far
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Nitish Rana completes 3,000 runs in IPL during his 91-run knock against Punjab Kings

Nitish Rana scored 91 off 44 balls for Delhi Capitals against Punjab Kings, reaching 3,000 IPL runs and forming a record 220-run partnership with KL Rahul.

"Rana's 91 also stands as his highest IPL score - Match Report"

New Delhi, April 25

Delhi Capitals batter Nitish Rana brought up his 3,000-run milestone in the Indian Premier League during the team's match against Punjab Kings on Saturday.

Rana played a blistering innings of 91 runs off just 44 balls, hitting 11 boundaries and four sixes. Before the match, Rana had 2,930 IPL runs to his name. After his knock against the Punjab Kings, he now has 3,021 runs in the IPL at an average of 28.23. Notably, Rana's 91 also stands as his highest IPL score.

Rana shared a record 220-run partnership with KL Rahul, guiding Delhi Capitals to 264/2 in 20 overs--the highest total of IPL 2026 so far. The 220-run partnership now stands as the second-highest for any wicket in IPL history, behind the 229-run stand between AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli against the Gujarat Lions in the IPL 2016 season.

Coming to the DC vs PBKS match, led by an unbeaten 67-ball 152 run knock from KL Rahul and a 91 from Rana, the Capitals dismantled the Punjab bowling attack to post 264/2.

The innings began steadily for Delhi Capitals. While PBKS got rid of Pathum Nissanka early, a dropped catch of KL Rahul by Shashank Singh proved costly as the batter went on to annihilate the Punjab bowlers.

Rahul reached his century, the batter's sixth in IPL history, in 47 balls, while Rana provided explosive support with his 91, including a 28-run over against Xavier Bartlett. The duo maintained relentless scoring through the middle overs, taking DC past 200 in just 16 overs despite efforts from PBKS bowlers Arshdeep Singh, Marcus Stoinis, and Yuzvendra Chahal.

DC finished strongly despite Rana's late dismissal, adding nine runs in the final over to set a massive target. Punjab Kings' bowlers struggled throughout, with only Arshdeep and Bartlett taking wickets in an otherwise one-sided batting display.

- ANI

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Varun X
Great innings, but his strike rate could have been even better. Still, 91 off 44 is a match-winning effort, no doubt. The 220-run partnership with Rahul was a treat to watch!
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Tanya I
3,000 runs in IPL is no small feat, especially for someone who has been in and out of the team. Rana has shown he's a genuine match-winner. The way he took on Chahal was terrific! 🎉
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Rajesh Q
That 28-run over against Bartlett was brutal! Rana just went berserk. But I still think PBKS could have bowled better, especially after dropping Rahul early. That dropped catch by Shashank was the turning point.
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Sarah B
Unreal batting from DC! Rana and Rahul completely destroyed the PBKS bowling. That 220-run stand was a masterclass in T20 batting. Rana's 91 will be remembered for a long time. 🔥
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Aditya G
Honestly, I've always felt Rana is underrated in IPL. He can anchor or accelerate, and this innings proved it. 3,000 runs is a big milestone. Looking forward to seeing him make it to the India squad again.
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Michael C
That partnership was a joy to watch. Rana's timing and power

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