KL Rahul lit up the IPL 2026 clash between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings right from the outset with a scintillating century.
Opening the batting alongside
Pathum Nissanka, the seasoned campaigner tore into the PBKS attack during the powerplay. He raced to 35 off just 16 balls, finding the boundary with clinical precision-early drives, cuts, and pulls flowed freely.
Even a dropped chance barely disrupted his rhythm; Rahul simply accelerated, treating the new-ball bowlers with disdain while building an imposing platform for his side. The fireworks continued unabated. Rahul brought up his hundred in just 47 balls-the fastest of his IPL career-drilling one down the ground to reach the milestone. He eventually finished unbeaten on 152 off 67 deliveries, studded with 16 fours and 9 sixes, helping DC post a formidable total of 264.
This was no ordinary knock; it was a masterclass in timing, placement, and intent against a strong PBKS bowling unit.
KL Rahul creates Unique Record
With this 47-ball ton against his former franchise PBKS, KL Rahul became the first player in IPL history to score multiple centuries for three different teams: two for Punjab Kings, two for Lucknow Super Giants, and now two for Delhi Capitals. His previous hundred for DC came in 2025 against Gujarat Titans; today's effort completed the unique hat-trick of franchises.
This milestone not only cements his legacy as one of the IPL's most versatile batters but also highlights his enduring class amid the league's ever-evolving demands. As DC chase a maiden title, Rahul's heroics against PBKS could prove the spark they need.
KL Rahul's 6 IPL Centuries
100* (64) vs Mumbai Indians (for PBKS, 2019)
132* (69) vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru (for PBKS, 2020)
103* (60) vs Mumbai Indians (for LSG, 2022)
103* (62) vs Mumbai Indians (for LSG, 2022)
112* (65) vs Gujarat Titans (for DC, 2025)
152* (67) vs Punjab Kings (for DC, 2026)
Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma may never achieve
With Virat Kohli solely playing for RCB, he is unlikely to add his name to this list. For Rohit Sharma, this unique milestone is likely to remain untouched as he may also end his career with the Mumbai Indians. Virat has scored 8 centuries for RCB, while Rohit has scored 2 centuries for the Paltans.
