'Choked as always...' Fans react as GT beats DC by 1 run in IPL 2026

Gujarat Titans secured a narrow and dramatic one-run win over Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. The match was highly competitive and went down to the final ball. Delhi needed two runs to win from the last delivery, but they could manage only one run. Gujarat Titans finished with 210 runs, while Delhi Capitals ended at 209, losing by the smallest possible margin.

The final over proved to be the deciding moment of the match. David Miller faced a crucial situation when his team needed two runs from two balls. He chose not to take a single day off and stayed on strike. This decision turned out to be costly, as he was unable to score on the last ball. As a result, the Gujarat Titans held their nerve and registered their first win of the season.

KL Rahul delivered a strong and composed performance, scoring 92 runs and keeping Delhi Capitals in the chase. He built his innings with control and confidence, giving his team a real chance to achieve a big target. However, after his dismissal, the pressure increased, and the remaining batters could not complete the chase.

David Miller experienced a challenging game overall. He suffered a finger injury earlier and had to leave the field, but he returned later to continue batting. His effort showed determination and commitment, as he helped Delhi stay in the contest until the final over. Fans shared mixed reactions after the match. Some praised Miller for fighting till the end despite his injury, while others criticised his decision not to take a single in such a crucial moment. Through this article, we have shared the key moments of the match and the reactions of the fans.

Key moments that defined the DC vs GT clash

Batting first, the Gujarat Titans posted a massive total of 210/4 in their 20 overs against the Delhi Capitals, setting a tough target of 211. The innings was built around a strong partnership between Shubman Gill and Washington Sundar, both of whom scored important half-centuries and anchored the middle overs for GT.

Shubman Gill led the way with a powerful 70 off 45 balls, hitting four fours and five sixes. Washington Sundar added a fiery 55 off 32 balls, while Jos Buttler contributed 52 off just 27 deliveries. For Delhi Capitals, Mukesh Kumar (2/55) and Lungi Ngidi (1/24) were the standout bowlers, trying to contain the GT total.

Chasing 211, KL Rahul was the key player for Delhi. After scoring only one run in the first two matches, he faced heavy criticism during the week. But tonight, he played a brilliant innings, hitting sixes off Washington Sundar, punishing Rabada on the off side, and running smart singles. He looked confident and completely in control. Rahul scored 92 off 52 balls, including 11 fours and 4 sixes, giving Delhi hope of chasing the big total. His 76-run opening partnership with Pathum Nissanka, who made 41 off 24 balls, set a strong start for the chase.

David Miller played a courageous innings despite being injured. He hurt his thumb while fielding but returned to bat and played aggressively, hitting sixes and keeping Delhi alive till the last ball. However, his injury slowed him down and affected Delhi’s middle and death overs strategy. After Rahul’s dismissal in the 17th over, Rashid Khan took crucial wickets, including Rizvi, Rana, and Axar. Tristan Stubbs was run out for 7, and Vipraj Nigam made 12 off 7, but it was not enough. Miller scored an unbeaten 41 off 20 balls, but Delhi fell just short, finishing on 209/8. Gujarat Titans defended 210 and won the match by a single run. The last ball required two runs from Delhi, but they managed only one, ending a thrilling and closely fought match.

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Fans React as GT Beats DC by 1 Run in Last-Ball Thriller

Fans had a lot to say after the Gujarat Titans defeated the Delhi Capitals by just one run in a last-ball thriller. Many praised KL Rahul and David Miller for their heroic efforts, with Rahul’s 92 and Miller’s unbeaten 41 standing out despite injury. Some fans admired Miller’s courage to bat with an injured thumb, while others criticised his decision not to take a single in the penultimate ball, which could have changed the result.

Here is how the netizens reacted: