IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals Match Preview,
Apr 16, 2025
IPL 2025: Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals Match Preview, Pitch Report, Head-to-Head & Prediction
Match Overview
• Match: Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals
• Date: 16 April, 2025
• Time: 7:30 PM IST
• Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
• Live Streaming: JioCinema | Star Sports Network
Delhi hosts Rajasthan in what promises to be a high-octane clash at the Feroz Shah Kotla. Both teams are stacked with power-hitters and crafty bowlers, making this a strategic battle.
Pitch Report
Traditionally a batting-friendly pitch with short boundaries, but the surface can assist spinners as the game progresses. Expect a high-scoring contest if dew sets in.
Weather:
Hot and dry evening around 33°C. Slight chance of dew affecting the second innings.
Head-to-Head Record
Teams Matches DC Wins RR Wins
DC vs RR 27 13 14
It’s neck and neck historically, with RR having a slight edge. But DC has the home advantage here.
Predicted Playing 11
Delhi Capitals (DC):
Rishabh Pant (C & WK), Prithvi Shaw, David Warner, Mitchell Marsh, Axar Patel, Tristan Stubbs, Lalit Yadav, Kuldeep Yadav, Khaleel Ahmed, Mukesh Kumar, Anrich Nortje
Rajasthan Royals (RR):
Sanju Samson (C & WK), Jos Buttler, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer, Ravichandran Ashwin, Trent Boult, Yuzvendra Chahal, Sandeep Sharma, Dhruv Jurel, Avesh Khan
Players to Watch
• Prithvi Shaw: Can exploit the powerplay with aggressive stroke play.
• Jos Buttler: Always a threat, especially in high-scoring venues.
• Kuldeep Yadav: Key spinner for Delhi, particularly in middle overs.
• Chahal vs Pant: A mouth-watering matchup to watch.
Fantasy Tips (Focus11 Exclusive)
• Captain Picks: Buttler / Kuldeep Yadav
• Vice-Captain: Samson / Warner
• Budget Picks: Lalit Yadav, Dhruv Jurel
• Grand League Tip: Load your team with top-order batters and wrist spinners.
Match Prediction
DC at home will push hard, but RR has the firepower to upset them. Expect a thriller with both teams evenly matched.
Prediction: Rajasthan Royals to win a high-scoring thriller.