DC vs PBKS, 25 Apr 2026 Match Prediction Today, Indian Premier League Match 35: Who Will Win, Toss Impact & Win Probability

Published - 23 Apr 2026, 03:30 PM

Indian Premier League • Match 35• Sat, Apr 25 • 03:30 PM IST • Arun Jaitley Stadium

DC vs PBKS Match Prediction: Match Context, Stakes and Team Situation

Delhi Capitals (DC) will be in the same ring with the Punjab Kings (PBKS) on Saturday afternoon. As the first phase of the group stage is approaching its conclusion, the match is equally crucial for both teams. PBKS has so far performed well in the league, remaining undefeated. The Shreyas Iyer-led side is currently at the top of the points table, while the Axar Patel-led side's struggle is touching new heights.

⚡ QUICK VERDICT

Slight Lean Delhi Capitals

Because of the recent performances of both teams, PBKS is looking more promising to win the upcoming match against the home team, Delhi Capitals. The match will be played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Despite having the home advantage, DC lacks the consistency and courage to go for head-on fights and be problematic for them. To win the match against the well-refined PBKS, Axar Patel and Co. will have to bowl in a more meaningful way.

FULL ANALYSIS BELOW ↓

52%

PBKS

48%

WIN PROBABILITY

DC vs PBKS Match Details: Date, Time, Venue and Live Streaming

Match Match 35

Series IPL

Date Saturday, April 25, 2026

Time 03:30 PM IST

Venue Arun Jaitley Stadium

City Delhi

Live streaming Jio Hotstar

TV Star Sports Network

DC vs PBKS Head-to-Head Record and Recent Results

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In 34 IPL matches between these two teams, Punjab Kings have claimed 17 wins, and Delhi Capitals have 16 wins. One match ended in a tie.

DC vs PBKS Points Table Impact: Standings, Form and Playoff Scenario

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Team	Pos	P	W	L	Pts	NRR
DC	#6	14	7	7	14	-0.651
PBKS	#5	14	7	6	15	+0.309

Team	Pos	P	W	L	Pts	NRR
RCB	#1	14	9	5	18	+0.783
GT	#2	14	9	5	18	+0.695
SRH	#3	14	9	5	18	+0.524
RR	#4	14	8	6	16	+0.189
KKR	#7	14	6	7	13	-0.147
CSK	#8	14	6	8	12	-0.345
MI	#9	14	4	10	8	-0.584
LSG	#10	14	4	10	8	-0.740

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DC vs PBKS Match Analysis: Powerplay, Middle Overs and Death Overs Breakdown

Powerplay Strategy: Key Battles in First 6 Overs

Middle Overs Battle: Spin vs Stability

Death Overs Impact: Finishers and Bowling Pressure

Powerplay: Punjab Kings can dominate as they have a sensational opening combo.

Middle-overs: Punjab Kings will trouble DC in the middle overs even though the Axar Patel-led side have got a stunning bowling combination.

Slog overs: Delhi Capitals can bounce back in the slog overs as the lower order of PBKS is yet to fire in IPL 2026.

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DC vs PBKS Key Players to Watch: Match-Winning Performers

KL Rahul

DC • BAT

KEY IMPACT

593 runs

Avg 42.4 · SR 174.4

Pathum Nissanka

DC • BAT

GAME CHANGER

278 runs

Avg 27.8 · SR 158.9

Prabhsimran Singh

PBKS • BAT

X-FACTOR

510 runs

Avg 39.2 · SR 168.9

Delhi Capitals:

KL Rahul

David Miller

Tristan Stubbs

Punjab Kings:

Prabhsimran Singh

Shreyas Iyer

Arshdeep Singh

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DC vs PBKS Key Battles: Player Matchups That Could Decide the Match

KL Rahul vs Arshdeep Singh

KL Rahul is among the in-form batters for the Delhi Capitals. The veteran batter, who is playing as the opener, has so far scored 205 runs, including a 92-run knock, averaging 34.16 with a strike rate of 166.66, and can pose a serious challenge against the PBKS bowlers. Arshdeep Singh, well-known for his wicket-taking habit, has gotten 6 wickets in 6 matches so far in this campaign.

Prabhsimran Singh vs Mukesh Kumar

Prabhsimran Singh, the PBKS opener, is in stunning form. He has so far scored 211 runs in 5 innings, maintaining an average of 52.75 and a strike rate of 171.54. Being an opener, he will have to face Mukesh Kumar, the frontline pacer of DC. Kumar has so far claimed 5 wickets in 6 matches.

Shreyas Iyer vs Kuldeep Yadav

It will be interesting to see how Axar Patel uses Kuldeep Yadav in the middle overs of the match. PBKS captain and a middle-order batter, Shreyas Iyer, who has so far accumulated 208 runs in 5 innings, averaging 52.00, can do damage to the opposing bowling combination at any time in the match. Despite limited opportunities, Yadav has plucked 5 wickets already in 6 innings.

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DC vs PBKS Pitch Report: Arun Jaitley Stadium Pitch Analysis

Based on last 5 completed T20 matches.

166

Avg score

Avg wickets

Score Distribution (1st Innings)

122

< 140 140-180 > 180

Pitch: Balanced Par: 154 - 178 Medium

Batting Friendly: 2 Bowling Friendly: 2 Neutral: 1

No major toss advantage observed from available data.

Editorial Pitch Notes

The pitch of the Arun Jaitley Stadium is not among the high-scoring matches across the nations. The pitch here traditionally supports both the batters and the bowlers. The dimensions of the ground are approximately 65m square and 68m long. In the past, quality batters like Chris Gayle and Virat Kohli recorded long-standing knocks. So, big scores are not impossible in Delhi. Spinners can be impactful on the very ground.

DC vs PBKS Weather Report: Delhi Weather Conditions for Today's Match

Forecast snapshot: ~32.08°C, humidity 33%, cloud/rain indicator 20%.

32.08°C Humidity 33% Wind 6.91 km/h Clouds 20%

Because of the rising temperature throughout the country, the match will be started beneath a scorching sun and clear sky. The temperature can be around 40 degrees. At 3.30 PM, when the match starts, players will have to play in unpleasant conditions.

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DC vs PBKS Toss Prediction and Impact: Bat or Bowl First?

Batting First Advantage

DC +-4%46%

Chasing Preference

PBKS +8%58%

If the Delhi Capitals chose to bat first after winning the toss, then the first innings score could be between 190 and 200. And if PBKS chose to bat first, then the first innings score could be between 210 and 220.

But will the captains think to bat after winning the toss? As the batting second team on the ground has a higher percentage of winning matches, the DC and PBKS captains can opt to bowl first.

DC vs PBKS Win Probability: Team Chances and Match Prediction Model

DC vs PBKS — model-style win chances aligned with the quick verdict above.

52%

PBKS

48%

DC vs PBKS Match Prediction Today: Who Will Win the IPL Match?

🏆 Match Prediction

Delhi Capitals in a close game

Assessing all the strengths of the teams and each department, as well as the recent results, PBKS will have the advantage to defeat the home team, the Delhi Capitals.

Our Pick

In a close game

Confidence

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DC vs PBKS Expert Analysis: Who Has the Edge and Why?

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PBKS has the slight edge over the Delhi Capitals simply based on the recent results. Punjab and Delhi have both played 6 matches each so far, while Punjab remains undefeated (5 wins and one washed-out match), Delhi has three wins and three defeats.

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