Punjab Kings got off to a flying start as they raced to 116 runs in the first 6 overs chasing DC's total of 265 runs. The PBKS opening duo smashed the DC bowlers to all parts of the ground as they scored the second highest powerplay score in IPL history.

Prabhsimran Singh scored 71 runs in 23 balls, bashing the DC bowlers from the start. His innings included 8 fours and 5 sixes as his innings gave PBKS the perfect start as they aim for a record chase. Singh thrashed Mukesh Kumar for 6 fours in the final over of the powerplay as PBKS started off in quick style.