In the 8th match of IPL 2026, Delhi Capitals defeated Mumbai Indians by 6 wickets at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Samir Rizvi's explosive innings was the primary catalyst behind Delhi's victory. He scored 90 runs off 51 balls, smashing 7 sixes and 7 fours.

Delhi Capitals Defeat Mumbai Indians

In the 8th match of IPL 2026, Delhi Capitals defeated Mumbai Indians by 6 wickets at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Samir Rizvi's explosive innings was the primary catalyst behind Delhi's victory. He scored 90 runs off 51 balls, smashing 7 sixes and 7 fours.

Samir Rizvi Named Player of the Match

Rizvi was named the Player of the Match for his innings of 90 runs. He shared a 78-run partnership for the fourth wicket with David Miller, achieved in just 39 balls. During this stand, Rizvi contributed 65 runs off 28 balls.

Rizvi's Third Consecutive Player of the Match Award

This marks Samir Rizvi's third consecutive Player of the Match award in IPL 2026. In the first match, he scored a half-century against Lucknow Super Giants, and in the previous match against Punjab Kings, he won the award after scoring 58 runs off 25 balls.

Rizvi Joins the Ranks of Star Players

Samir Rizvi has become the eighth player in the IPL to win the Player of the Match award in three consecutive matches. Previously, Jacques Kallis, Virender Sehwag, Glenn Maxwell, Aaron Finch, Virat Kohli, Jos Buttler, and Ruturaj Gaikwad had achieved this rare feat.

Delhi's Acquisition at the IPL 2025 Mega Auction

During the IPL 2025 Mega Auction, Delhi Capitals acquired Rizvi for a mere ₹95 lakh. In the previous season, he was given the opportunity to play in only five matches.

A Permanent Spot in the Playing XI This Season

This season, Delhi Capitals have consistently included Rizvi in their Playing XI, opting to leave out Ashutosh Sharma. He has now emerged as one of the team's most reliable batsmen.