Today’s second contest of IPL 2023 is Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (DC vs RCB). The host, DC, is currently the worst performer this season. Out of the 9 games played during the tournament they have lost 6 matches which places them at the bottom of the table with 6 points only. However, in their last match, the team registered a miraculous win against the defending champions – Gujarat Titans, so far the biggest upset this season. Still, DC is in deep waters since they require many more such miracles with back to back wins in their remaining matches so as to reach Top Fours.
Talking about the visitors, RCB, has the fire rekindled in them given their performance in recent matches. The team has won 3 out last 5 games. Currently, they are ranked 5th in IPL Standings with 10 points. Though, in their last match against Lucknow Super Giants, the middle order batting line up collapsed completely, RCB’s outstanding bowling attack made them defend a total of meagre 126 runs. The team will surely be looking for a victory in the upcoming game as it will put them in the Top Fours.
DC vs RCB : Match Details
Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
Date: Saturday, 6th May 2023
Time: 7:30 PM IST
Watch Live on: Star Sports Network & JioCinema
DC vs RCB : Pitch Report
The ground of Arun Jaitley Stadium is favourable for batters as it has smaller boundaries along with a quick outfield which enables them to play big shots and put a high score on the board. For slow bowlers the pitch provides a great support as it is on a slower side.
Any score above 185 should be a good defendable total on this pitch.
The toss-winning captain should field first.
DC vs RCB : Head to Head
Overall both teams have encountered each other 30 times in IPL history in which RCB has taken the lead over DC by 19-10.
DC vs RBC : Team XI Prediction
Delhi Capitals (DC)
- David Warner (c)
- Philip Salt (wk)
- Mitchell Marsh
- Manish Pandey
- Axar Patel
- Aman Hakim Khan
- Ripal Patel
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Anrich Nortje
- Ishant Sharma
- Khaleel Ahmed
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
- Virat Kohli
- Faf du Plessis (c)
- Anuj Rawat
- Glenn Maxwell
- Mahipal Lomror
- Dinesh Karthik (wk)
- Suyash Prabhudessai
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Karn Sharma
- Mohammed Siraj
- Josh Hazlewood
DC vs RCB : Best Performers’ Prediction
Best Batsman
Faf du Plessis
The RCB skipper has been the most consistent batsman throughout this season with 5 fifties in 9 matches. So far, he has scored 466 runs with an average of 58.25 and stupendous strike rate of 159.59. Currently, he is seated at the top in Orange Cap Standings. Given the pitch favours batters, he is expected to shower runs making him the best bet for Batsman of the Day!
Best Bowler
Kuldeep Yadav
The left-arm spinner has been a decent performer during this season. The 29-year-old bowler has taken 8 wickets in 9 games with an economy rate of 6.74. Though, this IPL has not witnessed any match winning performance form him, he can play a vital role in DC’s bowling attack as this is pitch is supportive of spinners. So he is the best choice for Bowler of the Day!
DC vs RCB : Today’s Match Winner Prediction
Royal Challengers Bangalore is most likely to win the contest.
Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.