Axar Patel DC vs RCB Backlash: Delhi Capitals (DC) faced one of their worst defeats in IPL history against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at home, the Arun Jaitley Stadium, in IPL 2026. Being asked to bat first, the Axar Patel-led side was blown away by the visiting bowling attack, as they found themselves down 8/6 at one point. They were able to muster 75 runs before being bowled out, and RCB chased down the easy target in just 6.3 overs. After the match, however, Axar Patel was shown smiling and laughing, greeting Virat Kohli, and even during his post-match interview, something which did not sit well at all with DC fans.
Axar Patel Faces Backlash Online
Delhi Capitals fans were surprised to see their captain seemingly unfazed by the crushing defeat, and criticized him on social media. Here are some of those comments:
This chase was the second-fastest ever in IPL history, during which Virat Kohli became the first player to cross 9,000 runs in the tournament.
RCB now stand second in the IPL 2026 points table with a very strong Net Run Rate (NRR), while DC are languishing in the bottom-half of the standings with just three wins in eight games.
When Is DC's Next IPL 2026 Match?
Delhi Capitals will be in action next on Friday, May 1, against Rajasthan Royals.
Veteran fast bowler Mitchell Starc is expected to return to action, which would certainly boost their bowling unit at the crucial time in their campaign.
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