Noor returned to the attack, but Rahul welcomed him with a boundary straightaway. Both batters then exchanged singles before Rahul struck another four, continuing his aggressive approach. He followed it up with a single, and Sameer finished the over in style with a massive six.
A big over for DC, with 17 runs coming off it, taking the score to 138 for 3 after 15 overs.
Mukesh was brought back into the attack, and Rahul started with a quick couple, followed by a single through covers. Sameer added another single with a drive into the deep. Rahul then pierced the gap beautifully to collect another four. He attempted a big shot next but missed, ending the over with a dot.
Eight runs came off it, and after 16 overs, DC were 146 for 3.