IPL 2024 DC vs RR: Match Highlights, Key Moments And Videos

DC defeated RR by 20 runs on Tuesday (AP)DC defeated RR by 20 runs on Tuesday (AP)

Delhi Capitals (DC) overcame Rajasthan Royals (RR) by 20 runs in Match 56 of IPL 2024 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Tuesday.

Delhi Capitals set RR a 222-run target after being put into bat by Rajasthan Royals. Jake Fraser-McGurk led the charge with a blistering 50 off 20 balls.

Post his dismissal, Abishek Porel took over the reins and contributed a robust 65 off 36 balls. Contributions from Tristan Stubbs (41 off 20), and others pushed the score to 221/8.

In response, Rajasthan Royals' chase was shaky from the beginning with both openers falling early. The innings found some stability with captain Sanju Samson, who scored a valiant 86 off 46 balls.

However, his controversial dismissal turned the tide. Despite late efforts from Shubham Dubey and Rovman Powell, the Royals ended short at 201/8, unable to overcome the disciplined bowling of the Capitals.

Here's the timeline of how DC vs RR panned out in Delhi-

DC Off to a Flying Start with Jake Fraser-McGurk's Blitz

Put into bat, Delhi Capitals set the stage on fire right from the get-go. Young sensation Jake Fraser-McGurk unleashed a whirlwind innings, smashing a rapid 50 off just 19 balls.



His fiery knock included a flurry of boundaries, keeping the spectators on the edge of their seats. Despite his dismissal by Ravichandran Ashwin for 50 off 20 balls, Fraser-McGurk's explosive start had already set a strong foundation for his team.

Porel Takes the Baton, Axar & Pant Fail To Make It Count

Following Fraser-McGurk's departure, Abishek Porel stepped out of the shadows and into the spotlight. Initially playing a secondary role, Porel shifted gears and dominated the Rajasthan bowlers, scoring a brilliant 65 off 36 balls.

In the middle overs, Axar Patel and captain Rishabh Pant made quick contributions of 15 runs each but failed to make it count.



Tristan Stubbs Finishes With Flair

The innings reached its peak with Tristan Stubbs, who showcased his brilliance by hammering 41 off just 20 balls. Stubbs' aggressive batting in the death overs propelled Delhi Capitals towards a massive total of 221/8 in their 20 overs.



Jaiswal-Buttler Depart Cheaply

Rajasthan Royals faced an uphill battle from the outset in their chase of a mammoth 222, with Yashasvi Jaiswal departing early to the fiery bowling of Khaleel Ahmed.



The situation seemed ripe for a rescue when Impact Player Jos Buttler stepped up, but his struggle at the crease yielded only 19 runs from 17 balls before falling victim to Axar Patel.

Samson Leads From The Front But Fails To Finish

Captain, Sanju Samson, rose to the occasion, scoring an impressive 86 off 46 balls and keeping hopes alive for the Royals. 

His dynamic performance, combined with Riyan Parag’s steady 27, kept the scoreboard ticking in the middle overs before the latter was cleaned up by Rasikh Salam.

Notably, the game took a dramatic turn when Samson was controversially caught by Shai Hope at the long-on boundary, a decision that stirred a storm of debate after the third umpire confirmed the dismissal.

Despite late fireworks from Shubham Dubey, who scored a quick 25 off 12 balls, and Rovman Powell’s efforts, the Royals faltered in the final stretch.

The disciplined bowling by Delhi Capitals ensured Rajasthan ended their chase short at 201/8, unable to bridge the gap set by their opponents.