🔎 Match Preview – DC vs KKR, IPL 2025
The Delhi Capitals (DC) are set to host Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Match 48 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, on Tuesday, April 29, at 7:30 PM IST.
Delhi Capitals are currently in a strong position, sitting fourth on the points table with six wins from nine matches. However, after a disappointing loss to RCB at home, DC will be eager to bounce back and solidify their playoff chances. With the competition heating up and teams bunching in the middle, this is a critical encounter for Axar Patel’s men.
Kolkata Knight Riders, on the other hand, are struggling to find rhythm. With just three wins in nine matches (and one no result), the Ajinkya Rahane-led side finds itself in a must-win scenario. A loss could effectively end their playoff hopes, making this a high-pressure match for the two-time champions.
With both teams eyeing different ends of the table, expect a fierce battle under the Delhi lights.
📊 Match Details – DC vs KKR, Match 48, IPL 2025
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Delhi Capitals vs Kolkata Knight Riders |
| Date | Tuesday, April 29, 2025 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
🏟️ Pitch Report – Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
The pitch in Delhi has favoured batters historically, but recent matches have shown signs of slowness and turn. In DC’s last home game, it proved challenging to score freely, especially in the middle overs. Expect a sluggish surface again, with spin and slower balls playing a key role.
🧠 Expected First Innings Score: 165–175
📌 Chasing Advantage: Moderate – Toss winner likely to bowl first
🔁 Head-to-Head Stats – DC vs KKR
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 34 |
| Matches Won by DC | 15 |
| Matches Won by KKR | 18 |
| Tied Matches | 1 |
| No Results | 0 |
| First-Ever Match | May 5, 2009 |
| Most Recent Match | April 29, 2024 |
🧢 Predicted Playing XIs
Delhi Capitals (DC):
Faf du Plessis, Abishek Porel, Karun Nair, KL Rahul (WK), Axar Patel (C), Tristan Stubbs, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Dushmantha Chameera, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar
💥 Impact Player: Ashutosh Sharma
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR):
Rahmanullah Gurbaz (WK), Sunil Narine, Ajinkya Rahane (C), Venkatesh Iyer, Rinku Singh, Andre Russell, Rovman Powell, Vaibhav Arora, Chetan Sakariya, Harshit Rana, Varun Chakaravarthy
💥 Impact Player: Angkrish Raghuvanshi
🌟 Probable Best Performers
⭐ Best Batter: Ajinkya Rahane (KKR)
The veteran KKR skipper has quietly put together a solid season. With 271 runs in 8 innings at an average of 38.71 and a strike rate of 146.48, Rahane remains KKR’s best hope at the top, especially with the team under pressure.
🔥 Best Bowler: Axar Patel (DC)
Despite taking just 3 wickets in 11 games, DC captain Axar Patel has been crucial with his economical spells. His recent performance in the powerplay against RCB showed his ability to break partnerships early—something DC will count on again.
🔮 Today’s Match Prediction – Who Will Win DC vs KKR?
Given their more consistent form, home advantage, and a well-balanced squad, Delhi Capitals enter this clash as favourites. However, KKR have enough firepower to upset the odds if their big names click.
📌 Cricket Betting Tips Prediction: ✅ Delhi Capitals to win
💡 Fantasy Picks & Betting Tips – Powered by CricketBettingTips.com
✅ Captain Choice: Ajinkya Rahane (KKR)
✅ Vice-Captain Pick: Axar Patel (DC)
✅ Dark Horse: Tristan Stubbs (DC)
✅ Best Bet: DC to win powerplay and take early wickets
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