Several major individual milestones are on the line when Delhi Capitals (DC) take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 39 of IPL 2026 at the Arun
Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on April 27.
With big names like Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, Axar Patel, and Kuldeep Yadav approaching significant career landmarks, this fixture could witness multiple historic achievements. From batting records to bowling milestones, several players are within touching distance of major personal feats heading into the contest.
Virat Kohli Headlines RCB Milestones List
Royal Challengers Bengaluru star Virat Kohli remains the biggest name to watch in terms of record-breaking opportunities.
Kohli is currently just 111 runs away from becoming the first player in IPL history to reach 9,000 runs, a landmark that would further cement his legacy as one of the tournament's greatest batters.
He is also closing in on another historic feat, needing 68 runs to reach 10,000 T20 runs in a single country (India), a rare achievement highlighting his consistency across seasons.
Additionally, Kohli is just three sixes away from reaching 450 T20 sixes, another indicator of his evolving power-hitting ability in recent years.
Other Key RCB Milestones to Watch
Several Royal Challengers Bengaluru players are also approaching important milestones ahead of the Delhi clash.
Bhuvneshwar Kumar is nearing a major bowling landmark and requires four wickets to complete 350 wickets in T20 cricket, a significant achievement for one of India's most experienced seamers.
Josh Hazlewood is also on the verge of a team-specific milestone. The Australian pacer needs just one wicket to reach 50 wickets for RCB, underlining his importance to their bowling attack.
Rajat Patidar, meanwhile, is set to feature in a landmark match, as the DC vs RCB clash will mark his 50th appearance for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, a milestone that reflects his growing role within the franchise.
Jitesh Sharma is also approaching personal fielding and batting landmarks. He requires one catch to reach 50 IPL catches and six boundaries to complete 300 T20 fours.
KL Rahul Close to Major T20 Run Milestone
Delhi Capitals' KL Rahul is also approaching a significant batting achievement.
The experienced opener needs just 18 runs to complete 8,500 runs in T20 cricket, highlighting his longevity and consistency in the format.
Rahul is also nearing a franchise milestone, requiring 104 runs to reach 1,000 runs for Delhi Capitals, a landmark that would underline his impact since joining the team.
Axar Patel Approaching Multiple IPL Records
Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel could also cross several important milestones in this match.
Axar needs 81 runs to reach 2,000 IPL runs, a notable achievement for a player known primarily for his all-round abilities.
He is also six sixes away from reaching 100 IPL sixes, while four boundaries would take him to 250 T20 fours - milestones that highlight his growth as a dependable lower-order batter.
David Miller and Kuldeep Yadav Eye Career Milestones
Two more Delhi Capitals players are closing in on career-defining numbers.
David Miller needs 11 runs to reach 12,000 runs in T20 cricket, further strengthening his reputation as one of the most experienced finishers in global T20 leagues.
Kuldeep Yadav is also approaching a major bowling achievement and requires just two wickets to reach 250 T20 wickets, marking another milestone in his spin-bowling career.
DC vs RCB Head-to-Head Snapshot Ahead of Milestone Match
The rivalry between Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru adds another layer of excitement to these potential milestones.
- Total Matches Played: 34
- RCB Wins: 20
- DC Wins: 13
- Highest Team Scores:
- RCB: 215/8
- DC: 196/4
- Most Runs in Rivalry: Virat Kohli (1149+ runs)
- Best Average in Rivalry: KL Rahul (average near 70 against RCB)
These numbers highlight RCB's historical advantage, though Delhi Capitals remain competitive at home.
Why This Match Could Be Historic
With multiple players approaching landmark achievements, the DC vs RCB IPL 2026 clash has the potential to produce several memorable moments.
Virat Kohli's chase for 9,000 IPL runs remains the biggest storyline, but milestones for KL Rahul, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, and Bhuvneshwar Kumar also add layers of intrigue.
If even a few of these records are achieved during the match, the fixture could be remembered as one of the landmark games of the IPL 2026 season.
