New Delhi, April 25 -- A record-shattering partnership between KL Rahul and Nitish Rana powered Delhi Capitals to a colossal 264 for two against Punjab Kings in the 35th match of the Indian Premier League 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium here on Saturday.

Asked to bat first after winning the toss, Delhi Capitals lost Pathum Nissanka early for 11, caught behind off Arshdeep Singh. However, that was the only moment of relief for Punjab as Rahul and Rana launched into a relentless assault that left the visitors searching for answers.

Rahul was at his commanding best, blending classical strokeplay with audacious innovation. After a brisk start, he brought up his half-century with ease and steadily shifted gears. The right-hander reached his s...