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The evening clash on 5th May at 7:30 PM IST will bring Delhi Capitals and Chennai Super Kings head-to-head at Arun Jaitley Stadium.
Get the best DC vs CSK Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 48th match of the IPL 2026. Expert analysis and more.
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Hot Picks for DC vs CSK Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
KL Rahul – Representing Delhi Capitals (DC), he has piled up 433 runs in 9 matches at an impressive average of 54.13 and a blazing strike rate of 185.83, with a highest score of 152*, placing him at the top of the run charts. |
Ruturaj Gaikwad – Opening for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), he has accumulated 245 runs across 9 games, maintaining 35.00 average and 125.64 strike rate, with his best being 74* while steadily rebuilding form. |
Top Picks:
Nitish Rana – Featuring for Delhi Capitals (DC), he has contributed 202 runs in 7 matches with a 28.86 average and 160.32 strike rate, highlighted by a powerful 91-run knock. |
Sanju Samson – Playing for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), he has delivered 315 runs in 9 matches, striking at 168.00, including a standout 115*, showcasing his match-winning attacking ability. |
Budget Picks:
Urvil Patel – Representing Chennai Super Kings (CSK), he has scored 28 runs in 2 appearances at a rapid strike rate of 164.70, with a highest score of 24, indicating strong finishing potential. |
Kyle Jamieson – Turning out for Delhi Capitals (DC), he has taken 2 wickets in 2 matches with a bowling average of 45.00, alongside 12 runs that add depth to the lower order. |
DC vs CSK IPL 2026 Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
Captain | KL Rahul & Ruturaj Gaikwad |
Vice-Captain | Sanju Samson & Nitish Rana |
DC vs CSK Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Sanju Samson (vc), KL Rahul ©
- Batsmen – Nitish Rana, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Pathum Nissanka, Tristan Stubbs
- All-rounders – Axar Patel, Jamie Overton
- Bowlers – Mitchell Starc, Anshul Kamboj, Noor Ahmad
DC vs CSK Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Sanju Samson, KL Rahul, Urvil Patel
- Batsmen – Nitish Rana (vc), Ruturaj Gaikwad ©, Pathum Nissanka
- All-rounders – Jamie Overton
- Bowlers – Mitchell Starc, Kyle Jamieson, Anshul Kamboj, Noor Ahmad
DC vs CSK Dream11 Prediction Today Match 48 IPL 2026 Players to Avoid:
Players | Dream11 Credits | Dream11 Points (Last match) |
Mukesh Kumar | NA | NA |
Matt Henry | NA | NA |
DC vs CSK Dream11 Prediction Today Match 48 IPL 2026 Expert Advice:
SL Captaincy Choice | KL Rahul |
GL Captaincy Choice | Ruturaj Gaikwad |
Punt Picks | Kyle Jamieson and Urvil Patel |
Dream11 Combination | 2-4-2-3 |
DC vs CSK Match Preview:
Delhi Capitals will clash with Chennai Super Kings in Match 48 of IPL 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on May 5 at 7:30 PM IST. Both sides enter this high-voltage battle chasing vital points, with Chennai positioned sixth and Delhi just behind in seventh, each holding eight points from nine outings. This contest will shape their push toward the playoff race.
Historically, Chennai Super Kings dominate this rivalry, winning 20 of the 32 encounters, while Delhi Capitals have secured 12 victories. Earlier this season, Chennai asserted their authority with a 23-run triumph, powered by a commanding knock from Sanju Samson. However, Delhi now stride into this contest with renewed confidence after breaking their losing streak by chasing down a daunting 226 against Rajasthan, driven by an explosive start from KL Rahul and Pathum Nissanka.
Meanwhile, Chennai Super Kings surge into this fixture after a commanding eight-wicket win over Mumbai, with Ruturaj Gaikwad leading from the front and Kartik Sharma reinforcing the middle order. The stage at Arun Jaitley Stadium, known for its quick outfield and short boundaries, will encourage aggressive stroke play, though recent surfaces have shown variation. Both teams will attack this encounter with intent, aiming to seize momentum in a fiercely contested league phase.
DC vs CSK Head-to-Head Record:
Teams | Matches Won |
Delhi Capitals | 12 |
Chennai Super Kings | 20 |
DC vs CSK Weather & Pitch Report:
Temperature | 30°C |
Weather Forecast | Cloudy |
Pitch Behaviour | Batting-friendly |
Best Suited To | Pace |
Average 1st innings score | 191 |
Record of chasing teams:
Records | Good |
Winning % | 57% |
DC vs CSK Playing 11s (Predicted):
Delhi Capitals Playing 11:
1) KL Rahul
2) Pathum Nissanka
3) Nitish Rana
4) Sameer Rizvi
5) Tristan Stubbs
6) Axar Patel
7) Ashutosh Sharma
8) Vipraj Nigam
9) Kyle Jamieson
10) Mitchell Starc
11) Kuldeep Yadav
12) T Natarajan
Chennai Super Kings Playing 11:
1) Sanju Samson
2) Ruturaj Gaikwad
3) Urvil Patel
4) Dewald Brevis
5) Shivam Dube
6) Kartik Sharma
7) Jamie Overton
8) Akeal Hosein
9) Noor Ahmad
10) Anshul Kamboj
11) Gurjapneet Singh
12) Mukesh Choudhary
DC vs CSK Match Winner Prediction:
Considering the current performance, Chennai Super Kings is expected to win this match.
