Today, IPL 2025 witnesses a clash between two teams in exceptional form. Delhi Capitals will host Royal Challengers Bangalore at their home ground, the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Both teams are aiming to solidify their playoff positions.
DC vs RCB: One of the most exciting matches of IPL 2025 will be played today between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). Both teams have showcased impressive performances this season, boasting world-class batsmen and bowlers. Today's match is particularly significant due to the anticipated head-to-head battle between Delhi's KL Rahul and Bangalore's Virat Kohli. Both teams are vying for a top spot on the points table, with the winner securing the number one position.
IPL 2025 Points Table
Both Delhi Capitals and Royal Challengers Bangalore have secured 6 wins out of 8 matches, accumulating 12 points each. However, Bangalore trails Delhi slightly due to net run rate. Gujarat Titans also hold 12 points, leading the table. Today's match is crucial for both teams, with the victor claiming the top spot. Both Bangalore and Delhi are desperate for a win to boost their playoff chances.
Delhi vs Bangalore Head-to-Head Record
A total of 32 matches have been played between these two teams in the IPL, with Bangalore winning 19 and Delhi winning 12. One match ended without a result. This record highlights Bangalore's dominance, although Delhi has shown b recent performances. Delhi's highest score against Bangalore is 196 runs, while Bangalore's highest score against Delhi is 215 runs.
Delhi Pitch: A Batsman's Paradise
The Delhi ground has always been considered favorable for batsmen. In this season's matches, teams batting first have enjoyed success on this pitch. Delhi is currently experiencing hot weather, with temperatures around 40 degrees Celsius, offering little assistance to bowlers.
The average first-innings score in matches played so far this season is 197 runs. Although the pitch slows down in the middle overs, offering some respite to bowlers, it has been relatively advantageous for batsmen this season.
KL Rahul vs Virat Kohli: Another Memorable Encounter
Today's match features another historic clash between Delhi Capitals captain KL Rahul and Royal Challengers Bangalore's Virat Kohli. Both batsmen are prominent figures in the IPL, consistently captivating audiences with their powerful performances. KL Rahul has displayed excellent batting this season, and Virat Kohli's form has also been exceptional. Their head-to-head encounter promises excitement, and this match holds significant importance for both teams.
Both Delhi and Bangalore's bowling attacks will also be under scrutiny. Delhi staged a remarkable comeback against LSG, fueled by their bowlers' performance, and Bangalore has also secured recent victories through b bowling displays. Delhi's bowlers restricted LSG to 159 runs, comfortably achieving victory. Bangalore's bowling has been equally impressive, and both teams possess skillful bowlers capable of winning the match.
DC and RCB's Probable Playing XI
Delhi Capitals: Abhishek Porel, Faf du Plessis, KL Rahul (wk), Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel (c), Ashutosh Sharma, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohit Sharma, and Mukesh Kumar.
Royal Challengers Bangalore: Phil Salt, Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar (c), Devdutt Padikkal, Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, and Yash Dayal.
