RR vs DC 62nd IPL Match Highlights saw Delhi Capitals edge past Rajasthan Royals by 5 wickets in a high-scoring contest at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi. RR posted 193/8 in 20 overs, but DC successfully chased the target in 19.2 overs, reaching 197/5. The result pushed RR to 6th and DC to 7th in the points table.
RR vs DC IPL 2026: Highlights Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
The match was broadcast across major global cricket networks with standard IPL coverage available in most regions.
- Pakistan: Streaming not available due to regional restrictions.
- India: Star Sports Network (TV); JioHotstar app and website (Streaming)
- Australia & New Zealand: Fox Cricket / Foxtel, Sky Sport NZ (TV); Kayo Sports, Sky Sport Now, YuppTV (Streaming)
- USA & Canada: Willow TV, ATN Cricket Plus (Canada TV); Willow TV App, Fubo, Sling TV, ATN Online (Streaming)
- United Kingdom: Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Sports Main Event (TV); Sky Go, NOW TV (Streaming)
- Bangladesh: Gazi TV (GTV) (TV); Rabbithole App (Streaming)
- Sri Lanka: SLRC Channel Eye (TV); Dialog TV Go, YuppTV (Streaming)
- Nepal: Star Sports (TV); JioHotstar via India feed, YuppTV
- MENA: beIN Sports, CricLife 1 via eLife (TV); StarzPlay, CricLife App, beIN CONNECT (Streaming)
- Worldwide: Matches also be available via Sports Live Hub for global streaming access across regions.
Match Highlights
Delhi Capitals won the toss and elected to field first, backing their chase strength on a surface that quickly turned into a run-fest. Rajasthan Royals responded with aggressive intent from the outset, ensuring a rapid scoring rate despite regular breakthroughs from the Delhi attack.
RR’s innings began explosively with Yashasvi Jaiswal striking early boundaries before falling for 12. The real surge came from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who smashed 46 off just 21 balls, keeping RR ahead of the game in the powerplay. His counterattacking approach ensured Rajasthan reached 75/1 in the first six overs, setting a strong foundation despite losing early wickets.
Dhruv Jurel and Riyan Parag then stabilized and accelerated the innings. Jurel anchored with a composed 53 off 40 balls, while Parag delivered the most destructive phase of RR’s innings, hammering 51 off 26 balls with five sixes. Their partnership lifted RR past 150 in under 13 overs, shifting momentum firmly in Rajasthan’s favour during the middle phase.
However, Delhi struck back at crucial intervals. Lungi Ngidi removed Jaiswal and Jurel early, while Madhav Tiwari provided key breakthroughs in the middle overs. The defining bowling effort came from Mitchell Starc, who dismantled RR’s middle and lower order with a brilliant 4/40, including the key wickets of Parag, Ferreira, Ravi Singh, and Shanaka.
Despite RR’s strong start, their lower order failed to fully capitalize in the death overs. Shubham Dubey’s dismissal and quick strikes from Starc slowed momentum, restricting Rajasthan to 193/8, a total that looked competitive but not fully secure given Delhi’s batting firepower.
Delhi’s chase started in dominant fashion as Abishek Porel and KL Rahul built a fluent opening stand. Porel’s 51 off 31 balls set the tempo, while Rahul’s 56 off 42 ensured stability through the middle overs. Their partnership crossed 100 runs, effectively neutralizing RR’s early bowling plans.
Rajasthan briefly attempted to claw back control through Jofra Archer, who dismissed Sahil Parakh and Tristan Stubbs, but the momentum remained with DC. The decisive phase arrived in the final five overs, where Delhi’s depth proved too strong. Even as RR rotated bowlers and tried variations through Shanaka and Brijesh Sharma, DC’s batters maintained control.
Ultimately, Delhi Capitals reached 197/5 in 19.2 overs, completing the chase with 4 balls to spare. RR’s inability to contain boundaries in the middle overs and Starc’s contrasting brilliance with the ball defined the match’s outcome in a contest that stayed alive until the final phase.
Toss Winner
Delhi Capitals won the toss and elected to field first.
Key Moment
Mitchell Starc’s double strike through the middle overs, including the dismissals of Riyan Parag and Donovan Ferreira, shifted momentum away from Rajasthan Royals despite their strong batting platform.
Star Performer / MVP
Mitchell Starc
Mitchell Starc was the standout performer with 4/40, breaking RR’s momentum at crucial stages and ensuring Delhi Capitals successfully restricted the total before a successful chase.
RR vs DC Match Summary
Team | Score |
Rajasthan Royals | 193/8 (20 overs) |
Delhi Capitals | 197/5 (19.2 overs) |
Result | DC won by 5 wickets (4 balls remaining) |
Player of the Match | Mitchell Starc |
Highest Run-Getter of the Series | Sai Sudharsan 554 |
Highest Wicket-Taker of the Series | Bhuvneshwar Kumar 24 |
RR vs DC Playing XI
Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel, Riyan Parag, Donovan Ferreira, Ravi Singh, Shubham Dubey, Dasun Shanaka, Jofra Archer, Adam Milne, Brijesh Sharma, Yash Raj Punja
Delhi Capitals: Abishek Porel, KL Rahul, Sahil Parakh, Axar Patel, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Ashutosh Sharma, Madhav Tiwari, Mitchell Starc, Lungi Ngidi, Tripurana Vijay, Mukesh Kumar
FAQs – Yesterday’s RR vs DC 62nd (May 17, 2026)
Q1: What was the final score of yesterday’s RR vs DC match?
A1: Yesterday (May 17, 2026), 62nd Match, Delhi Capitals beat Rajasthan Royals by 5 wickets. RR posted 193/8 in 20 overs, while DC chased the target with 197/5 in 19.2 overs. RR’s key contributions came from Riyan Parag and Dhruv Jurel, while DC were powered by KL Rahul and Abishek Porel. The result confirmed a tight finish in Delhi.
Q2: Who was named the Player of the Match?
A2: Mitchell Starc was named Player of the Match for his outstanding bowling performance of 4/40, which broke Rajasthan Royals’ momentum at key stages of their innings.
Q3: Where was the match played, and who won the toss?
A3: The match was played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi. Delhi Capitals won the toss and elected to field first.
Q4: Who were the top performers with the bat for both sides?
A4: For Rajasthan Royals, Riyan Parag (51) and Dhruv Jurel (53) were the top scorers. For Delhi Capitals, KL Rahul (56) and Abishek Porel (51) led the batting effort in the successful chase.