India, May 12 -- Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel has been fined Rs 12 lakh after his team maintained a slow over rate during their thrilling IPL 2026 clash against Punjab Kings.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) confirmed the penalty in an official statement, noting that this was Delhi Capitals' first offence of the season under Article 2.22 of the IPL Code of Conduct, which deals with minimum over-rate violations.

"As this was his team's first offence of the season under Article 2.22 of the IPL's Code of Conduct, which pertains to minimum over-rate offences, Axar Patel was fined INR 12 lakhs," the IPL said.

Despite the disciplinary setback, it was a memorable night for Delhi Capitals as they kept their playoff hopes alive with a drama...