IPL 2026
Arun Jaitley Stadium Pitch Report & Weather — DC vs RR, IPL 2026 — 17 May 2026
DC vs RR
· 07:30 PM IST
· Delhi
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
DC
VS
RR
Updated 16 May 2026, 05:54 PM
LIVE UPDATE
36.08°
☀️
Temp
🌡 Temp 36.08°
💧 26%
🌧 0% rain
Match Weather Verdict
- Rain? → Full match expected.
- Dew: Minimal to none → Very limited impact in the second innings.
- Conditions: Clear skies and extremely hot evening conditions.
Toss Impact: Chasing remains slightly favorable because of recent venue trends.
Weather Outlook — Match Day
Conditions look good for a full game
Weather Outlook — Match Day
RADAR INFO🌡️
36.08°C
Temp
💧
26%
Humidity
💨
8.05
Wind KM/H
☀️
0%
Rain Chance
Temperature:
The match is expected to begin under extreme heat in Delhi, with temperatures likely to remain close to 39°C around the 7:30 PM start time. Temperatures will be above 35°C for most of the contest.
Rain:
The forecast shows a 0 percent chance of rain throughout the evening. Clear skies are expected across the entire match window, ensuring a full contest without interruptions.
Wind:
Moderate dry winds are expected to blow across the venue at around 13-17 km/h during the evening. Occasional gusts could assist fast bowlers using cutters and cross-seam deliveries.
Humidity:
Humidity levels are expected to stay relatively low at around 20-26% during the match. The dry atmospheric conditions mean dew is unlikely to play a significant role in the second innings.
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Humidity is expected to stay relatively low between 20-26% throughout the match.
Dew is unlikely to play a significant role in the second innings, which should help spinners and slower bowlers maintain better control of the ball.
36.08°C
☀️
Clear
Next Radar Check: 07:15 PM IST
Swing & Seam Expectations
How the weather will influence the ball movement today
Swing chance
LOW
Fast bowlers from both Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals are unlikely to receive major conventional swing. Seamers may get slight assistance early with hard lengths and cross-seam deliveries, especially with moderate evening winds around the stadium.
Seam movement
LOW
The Arun Jaitley Stadium surface is expected to remain batting-friendly. Pacers will need disciplined yorkers and slower-ball variations to contain aggressive stroke-makers on a pitch likely to offer consistent bounce.
Ball condition
WILL MOSTLY STAY DRY
The low humidity and clear skies should prevent heavy moisture buildup on the ball during the second innings. These conditions could slightly assist spinners and bowlers using cutters, allowing them to maintain a cleaner grip throughout the match.
Key insight
Heat Could Assist Batters and Spinners
Fast bowlers are unlikely to receive much help from the conditions in the match. Batters should enjoy consistent bounce and clean ball-striking during the power play, while the surface could later help spinners and slower bowlers generate better grip in the second innings.
Impact timeline
0 – 6 overs
Pacers are expected to get very little swing under the clear and extremely hot evening conditions.
7 – 15 overs
Batters could dominate the middle overs as the dry ball and quick outfield provide strong scoring opportunities.
16 – 20 overs
Bowlers using slower balls, cutters, and yorkers may find better grip on the dry pitch during the death overs.
Bottom line:
The dry conditions and lack of dew should keep batting conditions stable across both innings. Bowlers who execute accurate slower deliveries and disciplined lines are likely to play a major role during the closing stages of the match.
❓ FAQs — Match Day Weather
Q: How does the dry ball impact spin bowling in Delhi?
A: The dry conditions should help spinners maintain a better grip on the ball, allowing them to use variations more effectively during the middle overs.
Q: Will the clear skies help fielders while taking catches?
A: Yes, the forecast predicts completely clear skies, which should provide good visibility for fielders under lights.
Q: Can batters expect consistent bounce despite the extreme heat?
A: Yes, the dry and hard surface at the Arun Jaitley Stadium is expected to offer true bounce and good stroke-making conditions.
Q: Does the 0% rain forecast make the toss decision easier?
A: Yes, with no rain threat expected, captains can focus completely on pitch behavior and recent chasing trends while making their toss decision.
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