David Miller injured mid-innings while trying to save the moment against the Gujarat Titans
David Miller was forced to walk off "retired hurt" during the IPL 2026 match between the Delhi Capitals (DC) and Gujarat Titans (GT) on April 8, 2026. Miller first appeared to hurt his hand while diving to save a boundary or during fielding earlier in the match. The injury was significantly worsened in the 12th over of the second innings. While diving to complete a quick run, he landed awkwardly on his left hand, causing his thumb to "jam" or jar.
Miller first appeared to hurt his hand while diving to save a boundary or during fielding earlier in the match. Despite the pain, he briefly continued his innings and even managed to hit two boundaries after the incident. By the end of the 13th over, the pain became unbearable, making it impossible for him to maintain a proper grip on the bat. He walked off the field with a score of 12 (10) and was replaced by Axar Patel.
Miller had already entered this match with a minor fitness worry after being struck on the face during a training session two days prior.Because he retired "hurt" and not "out," Miller remains eligible to return to bat if the game reaches a critical stage and his condition improves, though his immediate discomfort suggests he may be taken for further scans.
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KL Rahul’s knock saves DC
During the match on April 8, 2026, the Delhi Capitals (DC) are currently 157/4 after 15.4 overs in a high-stakes chase of 211 runs against the Gujarat Titans (GT) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. The Capitals got off to a flying start, scoring 63 runs in the powerplay without losing a wicket. KL Rahul lead the charge with a crucial knock of 92 off 52 balls, including 11 fours and 4 sixes, as of writing.
Pathum Nissanka provided early momentum with 41 off 24 balls (6 fours, 1 six) before being dismissed by Prasidh Krishna in the 9th over. DC lost quick wickets in the middle overs, with Nitish Rana (5) and Sameer Rizvi (0) falling to Rashid Khan in the same over. Skipper Axar Patel (2) also departed cheaply.
