The Delhi Capitals raced to 55 runs for the loss of 1 wicket at the end of the powerplay against the Kolkata Knight Riders. Pathum Nissanka was the star batter as he smashed 31 runs in 18 balls.

DC openers KL Rahul and Nissanka attacked the KKR bowlers from the start and gave the hosts a quick start. KL Rahul scored 23 runs in 14 balls before being dismissed by Kartik Tyagi.