Overview
- KL Rahul's unbeaten 93 off 53 balls led Delhi Capitals to a six-wicket victory over RCB, showcasing his mastery on familiar Bengaluru turf.
- Rahul's 'This is my ground' celebration, inspired by the Kannada movie 'Kantara,' highlighted his deep connection to the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.
- Chennai Super Kings recorded their lowest-ever home score of 103/9 against KKR, resulting in an eight-wicket defeat.
- MS Dhoni's controversial LBW dismissal, despite UltraEdge showing a possible bat contact, sparked scrutiny of umpiring decisions.
- CSK's tactical decisions, including using Deepak Hooda as an Impact Sub, drew criticism as the team suffered its fifth consecutive loss.