DPL 2026 final: Anmol Sharma's 67 fires South Delhi Superstarz into title clash
Synopsis
Anmol Sharma's 67 off 42 balls and a cool-headed partnership with captain Tejasvi Dahiya rescued South Delhi Superstarz from an early wobble to set up 193/7 — enough to edge Central Delhi Kings by 15 runs and book a DPL 2026 final berth. The Superstarz enter the title clash on the back of five or six straight strong performances.
Key Takeaways
South Delhi Superstarz beat Central Delhi Kings by 15 runs to reach the DPL 2026 final.
Opener Anmol Sharma top-scored with 67 off 42 balls ; captain Tejasvi Dahiya hit 57 off 33 .
South Delhi posted 193/7 in 20 overs ; Central Delhi were dismissed for 178 in 19.4 overs .
The match was played at Arun Jaitley Stadium , New Delhi , on 26 August .
Sharma credited consistent team contributions over the last five or six matches for the result.
Opener Anmol Sharma struck a fluent 67 off 42 balls to power South Delhi Superstarz into the 2026 Delhi Premier League (DPL) final, as they edged out Central Delhi Kings by 15 runs at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on 26 August. The win caps a strong run of form for the Superstarz, who have now booked their place in the title clash.
How the Match Unfolded
Batting first, South Delhi Superstarz posted a competitive 193/7 in 20 overs, anchored by the Sharma–Dahiya partnership. Captain-wicketkeeper Tejasvi Dahiya complemented Sharma with a hard-hitting 57 off 33 deliveries. In reply, Central Delhi Kings were bowled out for 178 in 19.4 overs, falling short by 15 runs.
Anmol and Dahiya Rescue the Innings
South Delhi lost early wickets before Sharma and Dahiya steadied the chase with a decisive mid-innings stand. 'There was nothing specific going on in my mind when we lost early wickets. Our only focus was to build a partnership. When Tejas was batting with me, there was a lot of clarity between us,' Sharma said after the match.
He added: 'We knew that if we stayed at the crease and kept playing, the runs would come. Our main objective was to bat for as long as possible and take the game deep. Unfortunately, I got out in the 16th over, but until then, our focus was on building that partnership and giving ourselves the best chance of winning.'
What Anmol Said After the Win
'It feels really good to beat Central Delhi Kings and reach the final. When we finished in the top two, we watched their match last night and knew they were a very strong and dominating team in the league stage,' Sharma noted. He credited consistent team performance, saying: 'Our team has been playing really well over the last five or six matches, and everyone has contributed. Thankfully, our efforts paid off, and the result went in our favour.'
What's Next for the Superstarz
South Delhi Superstarz now advance to the DPL 2026 final, where they will look to convert this momentum into a title. Their bowling unit's ability to defend a total — dismissing a strong Central Delhi Kings side inside 20 overs — will be a key confidence booster heading into the decider.
Point of View
Dominant in the league stage, could not replicate that composure under pressure. The DPL final will test whether Superstarz's batting depth holds up against a fresh opposition, or whether their reliance on the Sharma–Dahiya axis becomes a vulnerability.
NationPress
26 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the DPL 2026 qualifier between South Delhi Superstarz and Central Delhi Kings?
South Delhi Superstarz won by 15 runs, dismissing Central Delhi Kings for 178 in 19.4 overs after posting 193/7. The result sends South Delhi into the DPL 2026 final.
How did Anmol Sharma perform in the DPL 2026 qualifier?
Anmol Sharma top-scored with 67 off 42 balls, anchoring the South Delhi innings after the side lost early wickets. He was dismissed in the 16th over but his knock laid the foundation for the winning total.
What was Tejasvi Dahiya's contribution in the match?
Captain-wicketkeeper Tejasvi Dahiya scored 57 off 33 deliveries, forming a decisive partnership with Anmol Sharma that powered South Delhi Superstarz to 193/7.
Where was the DPL 2026 qualifier played?
The match was played at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on 26 August 2026.
What did Anmol Sharma say after reaching the DPL 2026 final?
Sharma said 'It feels really good to beat Central Delhi Kings and reach the final,' adding that the team had been playing well over the last five or six matches and that 'our efforts paid off.'
