{"id":3196,"date":"2026-04-25T23:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-25T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iplruns.in\/?p=3196"},"modified":"2026-05-15T22:49:06","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T17:19:06","slug":"ipl-2026-match-35-delhi-capitals-vs-punjab-kings-dream11-team-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iplruns.in\/hi\/ipl-2026-match-35-delhi-capitals-vs-punjab-kings-dream11-team-review\/","title":{"rendered":"IPL 2026 Match 35 Review: Delhi Capitals vs Punjab Kings \u2013 A Dream11 Fantasy Analysis"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Match Result Snapshot &#038; Winning Template Recap<\/h2>\n<p>The IPL 2026 Match 35 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on April 25, 2026, was a thrilling encounter where Punjab Kings chased down a formidable target set by Delhi Capitals. Delhi posted a massive total of 264\/2 in their 20 overs, with KL Rahul leading the charge with an unbeaten 152 off 67 balls. In response, Punjab Kings achieved the target in 18.5 overs, scoring 265\/4, with Shreyas Iyer contributing a crucial 71<em> off 36 balls. Punjab Kings won by 6 wickets, marking the highest successful T20 chase in cricket history. (<a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/section\/sports\/cricket\/live-score\/delhi-capitals-vs-punjab-kings-35-t20-live-score-full-scorecard-highlights-indian-premier-league-2026-ddkp04252026270306\/?utm_source=openai\">indianexpress.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h2>Top Fantasy Point-Scorers in This Match<\/h2>\n<p>For fantasy cricket enthusiasts, this match offered a plethora of points. The standout performers were:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>KL Rahul (Delhi Capitals):<\/strong> Scored 152<\/em> off 67 balls, including 16 fours and 9 sixes, with a strike rate of 226.87. (<a href=\"https:\/\/cricketaddictor.com\/livescore\/delhi-capitals-vs-punjab-kings-match-35-ipl-2026\/scorecard\/?utm_source=openai\">cricketaddictor.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shreyas Iyer (Punjab Kings):<\/strong> Contributed 71<em> off 36 balls, with 3 fours and 7 sixes, achieving a strike rate of 197.22. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mykhel.com\/cricket\/delhi-vs-punjab-ipl-2026-match-35-live-score-67421\/?utm_source=openai\">mykhel.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prabhsimran Singh (Punjab Kings):<\/strong> Played a blistering knock of 76 off 26 balls, including 9 fours and 5 sixes, with a strike rate of 292.31. (<a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/section\/sports\/cricket\/live-score\/delhi-capitals-vs-punjab-kings-35-t20-live-score-full-scorecard-highlights-indian-premier-league-2026-ddkp04252026270306\/?utm_source=openai\">indianexpress.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nitish Rana (Delhi Capitals):<\/strong> Scored 91 off 44 balls, featuring 11 fours and 4 sixes, with a strike rate of 206.82. (<a href=\"https:\/\/cricketaddictor.com\/livescore\/delhi-capitals-vs-punjab-kings-match-35-ipl-2026\/scorecard\/?utm_source=openai\">cricketaddictor.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Axar Patel (Delhi Capitals):<\/strong> Took 1 wicket for 44 runs in his 4 overs, maintaining an economy rate of 11.00. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ipl.com\/matches\/indian-premier-league-129908\/delhi-capitals-vs-punjab-kings-95992\/scorecard?utm_source=openai\">ipl.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Captain &#038; Vice-Captain Review<\/h2>\n<p>In this high-scoring encounter, selecting the right captain and vice-captain was crucial. Based on the performances:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Captain:<\/strong> KL Rahul emerged as the top choice, delivering a match-winning performance with his 152<\/em> off 67 balls. His consistency and ability to anchor the innings made him a valuable pick. (<a href=\"https:\/\/cricketaddictor.com\/livescore\/delhi-capitals-vs-punjab-kings-match-35-ipl-2026\/scorecard\/?utm_source=openai\">cricketaddictor.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vice-Captain:<\/strong> Shreyas Iyer was an excellent vice-captain choice, contributing a quick-fire 71<em> off 36 balls, which was instrumental in Punjab&#8217;s chase. His aggressive batting style added significant value. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mykhel.com\/cricket\/delhi-vs-punjab-ipl-2026-match-35-live-score-67421\/?utm_source=openai\">mykhel.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Hits &#038; Misses vs Pre-Match Picks<\/h2>\n<p>Reflecting on pre-match predictions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Hits:<\/strong><\/li>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>KL Rahul:<\/strong> As anticipated, Rahul&#8217;s explosive batting was a highlight, making him a top fantasy point-scorer. (<a href=\"https:\/\/cricketaddictor.com\/livescore\/delhi-capitals-vs-punjab-kings-match-35-ipl-2026\/scorecard\/?utm_source=openai\">cricketaddictor.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shreyas Iyer:<\/strong> His performance as a finisher was expected, and he delivered with a crucial knock. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mykhel.com\/cricket\/delhi-vs-punjab-ipl-2026-match-35-live-score-67421\/?utm_source=openai\">mykhel.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prabhsimran Singh:<\/strong> His aggressive start set the tone for Punjab&#8217;s chase, aligning with pre-match expectations. (<a href=\"https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/section\/sports\/cricket\/live-score\/delhi-capitals-vs-punjab-kings-35-t20-live-score-full-scorecard-highlights-indian-premier-league-2026-ddkp04252026270306\/?utm_source=openai\">indianexpress.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Misses:<\/strong><\/li>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>David Miller:<\/strong> Despite being a key player, Miller&#8217;s contribution was minimal, scoring just 3<\/em> off 3 balls. (<a href=\"https:\/\/cricketaddictor.com\/livescore\/delhi-capitals-vs-punjab-kings-match-35-ipl-2026\/scorecard\/?utm_source=openai\">cricketaddictor.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Axar Patel:<\/strong> While he took a wicket, his economy rate of 11.00 was higher than anticipated. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ipl.com\/matches\/indian-premier-league-129908\/delhi-capitals-vs-punjab-kings-95992\/scorecard?utm_source=openai\">ipl.com<\/a>)<\/li>\n<ul>\n<h2>Alternative XI With Hindsight (Post-Match Only)<\/h2>\n<p>Considering the match performances, an alternative Dream11 XI could be:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Openers:<\/strong> KL Rahul (C), Prabhsimran Singh<\/li>\n<li><strong>Middle Order:<\/strong> Nitish Rana, Shreyas Iyer (VC), Sameer Rizvi<\/li>\n<li><strong>All-rounders:<\/strong> Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bowlers:<\/strong> T. Natarajan, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This lineup balances explosive batting with effective bowling options, maximizing potential fantasy points. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ipl.com\/matches\/indian-premier-league-129908\/delhi-capitals-vs-punjab-kings-95992\/scorecard?utm_source=openai\">ipl.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h2>Watch Highlights<\/h2>\n<p>For a detailed view of the match&#8217;s key moments, you can watch the official highlights on the IPL&#8217;s official website. (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ipl.com\/matches\/indian-premier-league-129908\/delhi-capitals-vs-punjab-kings-95992\/scorecard?utm_source=openai\">ipl.com<\/a>)<\/p>\n<h2>Sources &#038; Further Reading<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href='https:\/\/indianexpress.com\/section\/sports\/cricket\/live-score\/delhi-capitals-vs-punjab-kings-35-t20-live-score-full-scorecard-highlights-indian-premier-league-2026-ddkp04252026270306\/'>The Indian Express: Match Highlights and Scorecard<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href='https:\/\/www.ipl.com\/matches\/indian-premier-league-129908\/delhi-capitals-vs-punjab-kings-95992\/scorecard'>IPL Official Website: Full Scorecard<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href='https:\/\/www.mykhel.com\/cricket\/delhi-vs-punjab-ipl-2026-match-35-scorecard-67421\/'>myKhel: Match Scorecard and Commentary<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Disclaimer: Fantasy cricket involves an element of financial risk and may be addictive. Please play responsibly.<\/em><\/p>\n<h2>Related on iplruns.in<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href='https:\/\/iplruns.in\/hi\/ipl-2026-match-35-delhi-capitals-vs-punjab-kings-dream11-prediction\/'>Dream11 prediction for this match<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href='https:\/\/iplruns.in\/hi\/ipl-2026-match-35-delhi-capitals-vs-punjab-kings-result-recap\/'>Match result and recap<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href='https:\/\/iplruns.in\/hi\/ipl-2026-match-35-delhi-capitals-vs-punjab-kings-analysis-talking-points\/'>Tactical analysis<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>IPL 2026 Match 35 review: Delhi Capitals vs Punjab Kings. 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