Sameer Rizvi has emerged as a standout player in the Indian Premier League 2026, playing for the Delhi Capitals. After scoring 70 not out against Lucknow Super Giants and 90 runs against Mumbai Indians, Rizvi has won the Player of the Match award in both games. Fans have taken to social media to express their disappointment with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for releasing him after purchasing him for ₹8.4 crore at the IPL 2024 auction. CSK primarily used him in lower batting positions, limiting his opportunities. In contrast, the Delhi Capitals acquired Rizvi for just ₹95 lakh in 2025, where he has thrived batting at No. 4. His impressive performance against the Mumbai Indians included hitting seven sixes, the joint-most by a DC player against them, and helped his team chase down a target of 163 runs with 11 balls to spare. Rizvi attributes his success to hard work on his weaknesses, particularly against fast bowlers, stating that his efforts are finally paying off.