Delhi Premier League 2026: Warriors and Kings secure key victories

In the 2026 Delhi Premier League (DPL), the Outer Delhi Warriors secured a 21-run victory over Purani Dilli 6. The Warriors posted 219/5, led by Yajas Sharma’s 86 off 36 balls and an opening stand of 120 between Sharma and Priyansh Arya. Akshay Saini contributed an unbeaten 49, while Harsh Tyagi added 32. In response, Purani Dilli 6 reached 198/7, despite strong efforts from Aryan Gaur (65) and Samarth Seth (42). Aman Chaudhary was pivotal for the Warriors, taking 4/38.

In a separate fixture, Central Delhi Kings achieved an eight-wicket win against North Delhi Strikers. Captain Yash Dhull scored 69 off 24 balls, and Siddharth Joon added 76 off 24 balls, forming a 140-run opening partnership that chased down the target in just 9.3 overs.

Purani Dilli 6 also recorded a four-wicket win against North Delhi Strikers, recovering from 53/4 thanks to a 105-run partnership between Ashwini Chillar and Lalit Yadav. Pankaj Jaswal secured the win with late sixes.

Upcoming matches include West Delhi Lions facing South Delhi Superstarz at Arun Jaitley Stadium, a contest critical for playoff positioning.