RCB defeated DC by 47 runs in the 62nd match of IPL 2024 at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. RCB scored 187 runs batting first, led by Rajat Patidar's half-century. They secured the win by limiting Delhi Capitals to 140 runs through strong fielding and bowling. Delhi Capitals struggled in their chase, losing 4 wickets for 30 runs early on.
Despite a partnership between Hope and Akshar Patel, RCB's Lockie Ferguson and others kept taking wickets. Akshar Patel's valiant half-century couldn't save Delhi as they fell short by 47 runs. RCB's victory kept their playoff hopes alive as they moved up to the fifth position in the points table. Bangalore has one more crucial match against Chennai Super Kings to determine their playoff fate. Lucknow, Delhi, and Bengaluru are tied with 12 points each, with Lucknow having the potential to reach 16 points.
Meanwhile, Kolkata and Rajasthan lead the table with 18 and 16 points respectively.