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KL Rahul stumping in DC vs CSK. [Source - @ipl/X]
KL Rahul is a utility player, making contributions with the bat and behind the wicket that can turn games on their head. Something similar unfolded in Match 48 of the ongoing IPL 2026 between Delhi Capitals and CSK.
It was a high-stakes encounter, with both teams desperate for a win to keep their playoff hopes alive. Placed sixth and seventh with identical points from nine games, this fixture carried significant weight in shaping their season’ direction moving forward.
Amid the tension, KL Rahul’s effort from behind the stumps arrived at a crucial phase of the contest, shifting momentum in an instant. But what exactly happened, and how did it unfold? Let’s take a closer look at the moment.
KL Rahul’s Quick Stumping Removes Urvil Patel amid CSK’s Chase
In pursuit of 156, CSK had a cautious start as their openers, especially Ruturaj Gaikwad, found it tough to get going, falling early at 6 off 13. Sanju Samson too struggled for rhythm, with Delhi Capitals bowlers maintaining tight control upfront.
However, the momentum briefly shifted when Urvil Patel walked in at three and injected intent into the innings, taking on Lungi Ngidi with a couple of big sixes. His counterpunch lifted CSK to 44/1 at the end of the powerplay, hinting at a recovery.
However, Axar Patel continued to apply pressure and outfoxed Urvil Patel with subtle variation in the third delivery of the 7th over. Beaten by turn while pressing forward, Urvil was undone as KL Rahul removed the bails in a blink of an eye, ending a brisk 17 off 9 and halting momentum.
Here is the video of KL Rahul stumping to dismiss Urvil Patel in DC vs CSK clash.
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KL Rahul Stumping Keeps Delhi Capitals Alive After Batting Letdown
The dismissal of Urvil Patel proved decisive, given his explosive reputation in T20 cricket. KL Rahul’s lightning stumping shifted momentum at a critical juncture, providing Delhi Capitals exactly the breakthrough they needed after a below-par showing with the bat.
Earlier, after being asked to bowl first, CSK restricted Delhi Capitals to 155 for 7 in 20 overs. Apart from Sameer Rizvi’s late flourish, the innings lacked intent. Both openers fell inside the powerplay, and the middle order collapse left them struggling at 69 for 5 in the 11th over.
A recovery effort followed as Tristan Stubbs and Rizvi steadied things with a crucial partnership. Despite losing Stubbs late, a few powerful strikes from Ashutosh Sharma and Rizvi helped push Delhi to a competitive, if not imposing, total.
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CSK Regain Control Despite KL Rahul’s Moment of Brilliance
KL Rahul had an off day with the bat, which dented Delhi Capitals given his stellar form this season. Still, his sharp glove work, including a stunning MS Dhoni-like stumping, became the standout moment and drew widespread admiration online.
Despite that brilliance, Sanju Samson shifted momentum with a commanding innings, dismantling DC's bowling attack. CSK surged ahead in the chase, needing just 18 late on, with Samson unbeaten on 84 and firmly in control at the time of writing this.
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