Delhi Capitals gave 21-year-old Madhav Tiwari a surprise opportunity during their crucial IPL 2026 clash against Punjab Kings in Dharamsala on Monday and the young fast bowling all-rounder immediately caught the eye with Priyansh Arya’s prized wicket.
DC made five changes to their playing XI in a must-win contest with Madhav Tiwari returning to the side on his first appearance of the season. Bowling for the first time in the IPL this year, the youngster showed impressive composure against the aggressive Arya.
Tiwari first tested the PBKS batter with a sharp short ball that skipped past him. Arya responded in style by lofting another delivery over another cover for four, but the young pacer had the last word. Another short delivery on a narrower length, Tiwari induced a mistimed shot from Arya who cut the ball to deep cover where Sahil Parakh completed the catch safely.
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The dismissal brought Madhav Tiwari his first IPL wicket and marked an important breakthrough for Delhi Capitals as Arya departed for a scintillating 56 off 33 balls, including two fours and six sixes.
WHO IS MADHAV TIWARI?
Born on 28 September 2003 in Mauganj village in Madhya Pradesh, Madhav Tiwari is considered as one of the emerging pace-bowling all-rounders in the state. Despite not yet having senior domestic experience, the youngster managed to earn an IPL contract after impressing in the age-group and franchise tournaments.
Delhi Capitals bought Madhav for INR 40 lakh during the 2025 IPL mega auction and later retained him for the 2026 season. He made his IPL debut against Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium in 2025, where he scored three times batting at No.8 before being dismissed by Jasprit Bumrah. However, he did not get an opportunity to bowl in this match.
Tiwari represented Madhya Pradesh at the U-19 and U-23 levels and featured in the 2024–25 CK Nayudu Trophy. He impressed with two half-centuries in the tournament, including 83 against Mumbai as Madhya Pradesh struggled to 183/6 while following on.
The youngster also featured for Bhopal Leopards in the Madhya Pradesh T20 League alongside Sunrisers Hyderabad batsman Aniket Verma. Gujarat Titans pacer Arshad Khan captained the side.
Known for his raw pace and aggressive lower-order hitting, Madhav enjoyed a productive campaign in the Madhya Pradesh T20 League. He scored 108 runs from five innings in a strike of 180 and smashed a 31-ball 65 in the semi-final against Rewa Jaguars to help Bhopal Leopards reach the final.
Although he is yet to make his first-class or List-A debut, Madhav Tiwari’s breakthrough moment against Punjab Kings has already put the spotlight on the young Delhi Capitals all-rounder.
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Issued by:
Saurabh Kumar
Published on:
11 May 2026 20:50 IST
