The rampant Punjab Kings will look to extend their flawless unbeaten run in the ongoing Indian Premier League as they lock horns with the Delhi Capitals at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. PBKS is undefeated in IPL 2026 and is clearly the best side of the tournament up until now, boasting a perfect 6-0 record. Sitting comfortably at the absolute top of the points table, they are just a couple of wins away from officially booking their place in the playoffs.
The Delhi Capitals, meanwhile, have struggled to find their footing this season, losing half of the six games they have played so far. They enter this fixture on the back of a tough defeat against the Sunrisers Hyderabad on Tuesday and desperately need a turnaround to keep their playoff hopes alive. DC has struggled with its batting massively, and even its bowlers were taken apart by SRH in the previous match.
Delhi has lost five of the last seven games at this venue. There is no real home advantage to speak of. The head-to-head record, however, tells a different story Delhi has won seven of their last ten encounters against Punjab. But that history may not matter against an unbeaten PBKS side that looks unstoppable.
DC vs PBKS Win Probability
DC vs PBKS Match Details
| Match | Indian Premier League 2026, 35th Match |
| Date | Saturday, 25 April 2026 |
| Time | 03:30 PM (IST) |
| Venue | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| Live Streaming (TV) | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming (Mobile) | JioHotstar |
DC vs PBKS Team Form – Who Will Win Today’s Match?
Delhi Capitals
Delhi’s recent form reads W, L, L, W, L, with three losses in their last five games. Their key strength is a potent bowling unit on paper. Star spinners Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav, though having picked up only 11 wickets between them so far, remain world-class. The pace attack of Lungi Ngidi, Mukesh Kumar, and T Natarajan has been very good in all phases of the game. Their concern is batting inconsistency, Pathum Nissanka has failed to deliver explosive starts, KL Rahul has been erratic, and Sameer Rizvi has lost momentum. Their psychological challenge is turning around a struggling season.
Punjab Kings
Punjab’s recent form reads W, NR, W, W, W, with a perfect unbeaten record. Their key strength is a top-notch batting lineup serving as the primary driving force behind their unbeaten streak. Priyansh Arya smashed a breathtaking 93 runs off just 37 balls in the last game, forming one of the most destructive opening pairs with Prabhsimran Singh. Cooper Connolly is the leading run-scorer with 223 runs in 6 innings, including 2 half-centuries. The pace trio of Arshdeep Singh, Xavier Bartlett, and Vijaykumar Vyshak has claimed a combined 16 wickets, while Yuzvendra Chahal expertly controls the spin department. The psychological edge is immense, they are undefeated and look unstoppable.
DC vs PBKS Probable Playing XI
Delhi Capitals Probable XI-
Pathum Nissanka, KL Rahul (wk), Sameer Rizvi, Nitish Rana, Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel (c), David Miller, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, T Natarajan, Lungi Ngidi.
Impact Player: Karun Nair / Auqib Nabi.
Punjab Kings Probable XI-
Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Cooper Connolly, Shreyas Iyer (c), Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal.
Impact Player: Shashank Singh / Harpreet Brar.
DC vs PBKS Head-to-Head Record
| Last 10 Matches | |
| DC Won | 07 |
| PBKS Won | 03 |
| Draw/NR/Tie | 00 |
DC vs PBKS Pitch Report
The Arun Jaitley Stadium is a well-known batting paradise. The previous match played here produced an aggregate of more than 400 runs, and fans should expect another extremely flat, batter-friendly surface.
The pitch currently features a slight tinge of green grass interspersed with dry patches. The ball will come onto the bat beautifully against the quicker bowlers early on, meaning batters must maximize the Powerplay restrictions. As the ball gets softer, the dry patches will allow spinners to grip the surface and play a crucial role in the middle overs. The team batting first must aim for the 200-run mark to feel safe.
DC vs PBKS Weather Report
The weather in Delhi will be brutally hot, with temperatures soaring over 40 degrees Celsius during this afternoon clash. No rain is forecast, but the extreme heat will test player stamina.
DC vs PBKS Toss Prediction
In nine of the last ten matches played at this venue, the captain winning the toss has opted to field first. We expect that historical trend to continue, with the toss winner looking to chase on a generally reliable surface.
DC vs PBKS Match Prediction
This is a clash between the tournament’s unbeaten league leaders and an inconsistent side fighting to keep playoff hopes alive.
Punjab Kings are undefeated with a perfect 6-0 record. Priyansh Arya is in sublime touch, smashing 93 off 37 in the last game. Cooper Connolly is the leading run-scorer with 223 runs. Their batting depth is terrifying, with Stoinis, Jansen, and Wadhera lurking lower down. The bowling operates brilliantly as a cohesive unit. They are the best side in the tournament up until now.
Delhi Capitals have dominated the recent head-to-head record, winning seven of the last ten encounters. Their pace attack of Ngidi, Mukesh, and Natarajan has been very good. Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav remain world-class spinners. But their batting has been a major letdown, and they have lost five of the last seven games at this venue.
The key battle will be DC’s bowling attack against PBKS’s destructive top order. If Ngidi and Mukesh can dismiss Arya and Connolly early, Delhi could put pressure on Punjab’s middle order. If Punjab’s openers fire again, they could post an insurmountable total.
Expect Punjab’s flawless form, batting depth, and cohesive bowling to prove decisive.
We predict that Punjab Kings will win this match.
DC vs PBKS Dream11 Team
- Wicketkeeper- KL Rahul, Prabhsimran Singh
- Batters- Priyansh Arya, Cooper Connolly, Shreyas Iyer
- All-rounders- Marcus Stoinis, Axar Patel, Marco Jansen
- Bowlers- Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Kuldeep Yadav
Captain (C) Pick- Cooper Connolly.
Vice-Captain (VC) Pick- Priyansh Arya.
