IPL 2025 32nd Match: DC vs RR Pitch Report | Head To Head | Match Prediction & Ground Report
The 32nd IPL 2025 fixture will feature a thrilling clash between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi on April 16. Both sides would want to capture playoff opportunities with vital points being at stake. DC would wish to use home conditions, and RR will attempt to shrug off past setbacks and revive their momentum.
This match promises a thrilling contest between the top performers of both teams, thereby a huge IPL 2025 highlight.
Match Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals |
| Date | 16 April, 2025 |
| Venue | Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Live On | JioCinema (Streaming), Star Sports (TV) |
Delhi Capitals (DC) – IPL 2025 Squad Overview
Delhi Capitals possess a well-balanced team with aggressive batting, muscle all-rounders, and a formidable bowling arsenal. Backed by KL Rahul, DC possesses both departments’ crucial strengths. Their balance between youth and experience provides good playoff chances in this season.
Key Players – DC
- KL Rahul – Solid opener and steady anchor
- Harry Brook – Power-hitting middle-order batsman
- Axar Patel – All-rounder providing control and strike power
- Mitchell Starc – Powerplay and death overs specialist, lethal with new ball
- Kuldeep Yadav – Match-turning spinner in the middle overs
DC Squad – IPL 2025
Batters: KL Rahul (WK), Harry Brook, Faf du Plessis, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Karun Nair, Abishek Porel, Tristan Stubbs, Donovan Ferreira
All-Rounders: Axar Patel, Ashutosh Sharma, Sameer Rizvi, Ajay Mandal, Vipraj Nigam, Madhav Tiwari, Darshan Nalkande
Bowlers: Mitchell Starc, T Natarajan, Mohit Sharma, Dushmantha Chameera, Mukesh Kumar, Kuldeep Yadav
Rajasthan Royals (RR) – IPL 2025 Squad Overview
Sanju Samson-led Rajasthan Royals are in pursuit of consistency in IPL 2025. With big-hitting Jaiswal and Hetmyer, and a combustible pace-spin combination in the form of Jofra Archer and Hasaranga, RR is looking to come back more strongly.
Key Players – RR
- Yashasvi Jaiswal – Dangerous opener, crucial for decisive begins
- Sanju Samson – The batting anchor and captain of the team
- Wanindu Hasaranga – All-rounder with effective spin
- Jofra Archer – Strike bowler, intimidates top-order batsmen
- Shimron Hetmyer – Finisher, the death-over fireworks man
RR Squad – IPL 2025
Batters: Sanju Samson (WK), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shimron Hetmyer, Shubham Dubey, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Kunal Rathore, Vaibhav Suryavanshi
All-Rounders: Nitish Rana, Yudhvir Singh
Bowlers: Jofra Archer, Wanindu Hasaranga, Maheesh Theekshana, Tushar Deshpande, Kumar Kartikeya, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Akash Madhwal, Kwena Maphaka, Ashok Sharma, Sandeep Sharma
DC vs RR – Head-to-Head Record (Last 3 Years)
| Match No. | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 56th (2024) | DC | DC 221/8 vs RR 201/8 |
| 9th (2024) | RR | RR 185/5 vs DC 173/5 |
| 11th (2023) | RR | RR 199/4 vs DC 142/9 |
| 58th (2022) | DC | DC 161/2 vs RR 160/6 |
| 34th (2022) | RR | RR 222/2 vs DC 207/8 |
Venue Stats – Arun Jaitley Stadium
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Avg 1st Inn Score | 169 |
| Avg 2nd Inn Score | 152 |
| Highest Score | 266/7 (SRH vs DC) |
| Win % Bat First | 46% |
| Win % Bowl First | 51% |
Pitch Type:
Batting-friendly, with some spin assistance as the game progresses.
Weather:
- Temperature: 28°C
- Humidity: 60%
- No Rain Expected
Key Player Battles – DC vs RR IPL 2025
- KL Rahul vs Jofra Archer – Speed vs Technique
- Faf du Plessis vs Hasaranga – Experience vs Spin
- Mitchell Starc vs Yashasvi Jaiswal – Swing vs Aggression
- Kuldeep Yadav vs Sanju Samson – Spin vs Skill
- Axar Patel vs Shimron Hetmyer – Control vs Power
Fantasy Team Prediction – DC vs RR IPL 2025
Wicketkeepers:
- KL Rahul (C)
- Sanju Samson
Batters:
- Faf du Plessis
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Shimron Hetmyer
All-Rounders:
- Axar Patel
- Nitish Rana
Bowlers:
- Mitchell Starc (VC)
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Jofra Archer
- Wanindu Hasaranga
Match Prediction: Who Will Win DC vs RR?
Considering Delhi’s home advantage, consistent batting lineup, and impactful spinners like Kuldeep and Axar, Delhi Capitals (DC) hold a slight edge over Rajasthan Royals.
Predicted Winner: Delhi Capitals (DC)
With RR finding it difficult to get into form and DC already settled into pairs, this game can be yet another stride towards playoff qualification for Delhi.
