DC vs PBKS Match Prediction – Indian Premier League, Match 35
Published - 27 Mar 2026, 06:05 PM | Updated - 23 Apr 2026, 10:47 AM
⚡ QUICK VERDICT
Edge to Punjab Kings
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 ↓
DC
35%
PBKS
65%
WIN PROBABILITY
Match
Match 35
Series
IPL
Date
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Time
03:30 PM IST
Venue
Arun Jaitley Stadium
City
Delhi
39.08°C
Humidity 19%
Rain 40%
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.
DC
18
PBKS
17
Last 5: DC
LLWLL
PBKS
WWWWL
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.
Live
| Team | Pos | P | W | L | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DC | #6 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 6 | -0.184 |
| PBKS | #1 | 7 | 6 | 0 | 13 | +1.333 |
| Team | Pos | P | W | L | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RCB | #2 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 10 | +1.101 |
| SRH | #3 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 10 | +0.815 |
| RR | #4 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 10 | +0.602 |
| CSK | #5 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 6 | +0.118 |
| GT | #7 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 6 | -0.790 |
| MI | #8 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 4 | -0.736 |
| LSG | #9 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 4 | -1.277 |
| KKR | #10 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 3 | -0.879 |
Match Context & Stakes
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.
Match Breakdown by Phases
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.
Impact Players to Watch
KL
KEY IMPACT
KL Rahul
DC • BAT
357 runs
Avg 51.0 · SR 187.9
TR
GAME CHANGER
Tristan Stubbs
DC • BAT
196 runs
Avg 32.7 · SR 137.1
PR
X-FACTOR
Prabhsimran Singh
PBKS • BAT
287 runs
Avg 47.8 · SR 192.6
Pitch Report — Arun Jaitley Stadium
Based on last 5 completed T20 matches.
182
Avg score
5
Avg wickets
Score Distribution (1st Innings)
122
< 140
140-180
> 180
Pitch: Batting Friendly
Par: 170 - 194
Medium
Batting Friendly: 2
Bowling Friendly: 1
Neutral: 2
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.
Toss Scenario Analysis
Batting First Advantage
DC +0%50%
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.
Key Players to Watch
Delhi Capitals:
KL Rahul
David Miller
Tristan Stubbs
Punjab Kings:
Prabhsimran Singh
Shreyas Iyer
Arshdeep Singh
Key Battles That Decide the Game
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.
💡
Expert Insight
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.
🏆 Final Verdict
Punjab Kings — edge on paper
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
PBKS
Confidence
0%86%100%
FAQs
Q: Who is the top run-scorer for Punjab Kings this season?
A: Cooper Conolly is the leading run getter for the Punjab Kings with 223 runs.
Q: Why is the Delhi Capitals struggling in IPL 2026?
A: Because of the inconsistency in batting and unclear bowling strategy, the team is struggling to maintain momentum.
Q: Who will win the Delhi Capitals vs the Punjab Kings match?
A: The Punjab Kings have a slight advantage due to their strong and in-form batting line-up and well-balanced squad.
Q: How will the pitch behave at the Arun Jaitly Stadium in Delhi?
A: The pitch is expected to be a balanced surface, where both sides of the batters and the bowlers can get some support.
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