Sameer Rizvi continued his impressive run at the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 by scoring 90 runs off 51 deliveries, helping the Delhi Capitals (DC) overcome the Mumbai Indians (MI) in a high-stakes match at Arun Jaitley Stadium.
This innings marked Rizvi’s third consecutive half-century, reinforcing his role as a reliable match-winner.
Rizvi entered the game at a critical stage after Delhi lost two early wickets in their chase. Facing a formidable Mumbai bowling attack, Rizvi showed exceptional composure and maturity, as noted in a statement from Kanpur Superstars.
He initially stabilised the innings by forming a 66-run partnership with Pathum Nissanka off 48 balls. After Nissanka’s dismissal, Rizvi accelerated, delivering a display of power-hitting with seven fours and seven sixes. Alongside David Miller, he added 78 runs, contributing 65 of them, shifting the momentum decisively in Delhi’s favour.
Rizvi’s outstanding performance follows his Player of the Match award in the previous game. His consistency is attributed to experiences in the UP T20 League, where, as captain of the Kanpur Superstars, he led his team to the final in the second season with equally commanding innings.
With his form, confidence, and temperament aligning, Sameer Rizvi is establishing himself as a prominent rising star in major cricket tournaments.