KL Rahul Equals AB de Villiers Record Against Rajasthan Royals in High-Scoring IPL Clash
KL Rahul secured a new milestone in IPL history, matching AB de Villiers for the most 50-plus scores against the Rajasthan Royals. Leading the Delhi Capitals in a massive 226-run chase, Rahul registered his eighth half-century against the franchise, surpassing Virat Kohli and Shikhar Dhawan.
Most 50-Plus Scores Against Rajasthan Royals in the IPL
Rahul’s consistency against the inaugural champions places him at the top of an elite batting tier, verified by ESPN Cricinfo records.
| Player | 50+ Scores | Innings |
|---|---|---|
| AB de Villiers | 8 | 20 |
| KL Rahul | 8 | 18 |
| Shikhar Dhawan | 7 | 24 |
| Virat Kohli | 7 | 33 |
Delhi Capitals Attack the 226-Run Target
Chasing a stiff target of 226, Rahul guided the innings and established a century opening stand. His opening partner Pathum Nissanka contributed a rapid 62 runs, recording a maiden IPL fifty and building a reliable platform for the Delhi Capitals. The opening partnership stabilized the chase before the middle order took control.
Riyan Parag Anchors Rajasthan Royals Innings
Earlier in the match, the Rajasthan Royals posted 225 for 6, driven by an aggressive 90 from 50 balls by Riyan Parag. Entering the crease with the team struggling at 12 for 2, Parag absorbed the early pressure and launched a counterattack against the Delhi pace battery, highlighted by a high-scoring over against Khaleel Ahmed.
- Early Recovery: Parag reached his first half-century of the season in 32 deliveries.
- Middle-Order Partnership: A 102-run stand between Parag and Dhruv Jurel anchored the innings.
- Late Surge: Shimron Hetmyer and Donovan Ferreira provided the finishing acceleration.
While Rajasthan set a formidable total, Rahul’s continued dominance against the Royals remains the defining statistical takeaway from the fixture, confirming his status among top-tier IPL run-scorers.