IPL Match Today: DC vs RR Toss, Pitch Report, Head to Head stats, Playing 11 Prediction and Live Streaming Details

RR aim to reclaim top spot

Delhi has emerged as a high-scoring venue in IPL 2024, with an average first-innings score of 249 and an overall run rate of 11.38. This favours batsmen and poses a challenge for bowlers. Delhi Capitals (DC) have capitalised on these conditions, winning their last two home games due to strong showings from Jake Fraser-McGurk and their openers, who average 57.33 and boast a strike rate of 292.

DC's middle order, featuring Tristan Stubbs, Rishabh Pant, and Axar Patel, has also sustained the team’s momentum. Despite these strong performances, DC faces a challenging path ahead, needing to win their last three league matches against Rajasthan Royals (RR).

RR possesses one of the most formidable bowling attacks in IPL 2024, with an economy rate of 8.22 and a pacer average of 23.57. They excel in the opening overs, taking an average of three wickets in the first six. Additionally, RR's top order is in fine form, complemented by experienced spinners.

RR's weakness lies in their inconsistent lower-middle order. Players like Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, and Dhruv Jurel have struggled to finish games. For DC, spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel could play a key role, but they will require stronger support from the underperforming pace bowlers.

DC vs RR Squad

Delhi Capitals: Rishabh Pant (c), Pravin Dubey, David Warner, Vicky Ostwal, Prithvi Shaw, Anrich Nortje, Abishek Porel, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Lalit Yadav, Khaleel Ahmed, Mitchell Marsh, Ishant Sharma, Yash Dhull, Mukesh Kumar, Tristan Stubbs, Ricky Bhui, Kumar Kushagra, Rasikh Dar, Jhye Richardson, Sumit Kumar, Shai Hope, Swastik Chhikara.

Rajasthan Royals: Sanju Samson (c), Jos Buttler, Shimron Hetmyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel, Riyan Parag, Donovan Ferreira, Kunal Rathore, Ravichandran Ashwin, Kuldeep Sen, Navdeep Saini, Sandeep Sharma, Trent Boult, Yuzvendra Chahal, Avesh Khan, Rovman Powell, Shubham Dubey, Tom Kohler-Cadmore, Abid Mushtaq, Nandre Burger, Tanush Kotian.

DC vs RR Playing 11

DC Playing 11: Jake Fraser-McGurk, Abishek Porel, Shai Hope, Tristan Stubbs, Rishabh Pant (c&wk), Axar Patel, Kumar Kushagra, Kuldeep Yadav, Khaleel Ahmed, Lizaad Williams, Mukesh Kumar

RR Playing 11: Jos Buttler, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (capt & wk), Riyan Parag, Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Dhruv Jurel, R Ashwin, Trent Boult, Avesh Khan, Yuzvendra Chahal

DC vs RR Previous Meeting

RR's Riyan Parag's 84 guides team to 185 in Jaipur, as DC falters after strong chase start; middle order struggles with Pant, Porel, and Axar managing just 52 off 49 balls, resulting in a 12-run loss.

DC vs RR Head to Head

In their direct matchups, Rajasthan has a slight edge over Delhi, with 15 wins out of 28 games, while Delhi has secured 13 victories. None of the 28 matches have ended in no results or been abandoned.

DC vs RR Live Streaming Details

The IPL 2024 match between Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network. Viewers can also watch the live stream of the DC vs RR IPL 2024 match on the JioCinema app and website.

DC vs RR The Pitch

The Arun Jaitley stadium is expected to provide significant support for the batsmen. With dew not being a concern, teams are likely to maintain a scoring rate above 10 runs per over, as demonstrated in the last two matches.

DC vs RR The Toss

The team winning the toss will likely choose to bat first, aiming to set a large target for their bowlers to defend.

DC vs RR The Weather

Delhi will have clear weather with no chance of rain. Humidity will be around 18% in the evening, and the temperature will stay near 42°C. Wind speeds at the venue will be approximately 11 km/h.