The 58th match of the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will see Punjab Kings (PBKS) take on Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamshala, on Thursday, May 8, at 7:30 PM IST.
Team Overviews
Punjab Kings have been one of the most consistent teams this season. With seven wins and three losses from ten matches, they currently sit in third place on the points table. The Shreyas Iyer-led side has found the right combination of aggressive batting and disciplined bowling, making them strong contenders for a top-two finish. They will look to capitalise on home advantage and inch closer to securing a playoff berth.
Delhi Capitals, meanwhile, are trying to rediscover their early-season form. Despite a promising start, the team has hit a rough patch with two consecutive losses. Currently placed fifth, DC have six wins and four losses in their 11 games. A victory here is vital for their playoff hopes, and the Faf du Plessis-led unit must bring their A-game to overcome the in-form Punjab side.
Match Details
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Match: Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals, Match 58, IPL 2025
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Venue: HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala
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Date & Time: Thursday, May 8, 7:30 PM IST
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Broadcast: JioStar Network; JioHotstar (App & Website)
Pitch Report – HPCA Stadium, Dharamshala
Traditionally known to offer assistance to bowlers, Dharamshala surprised everyone in the last game by producing a high-scoring encounter. The pitch is expected to offer early movement for pacers, especially under lights, but batters can make merry once settled. Teams batting first have generally done well here recently, and another high-scoring thriller is on the cards.
PBKS vs DC: Head-to-Head Record
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Matches Played: 33
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Punjab Kings Wins: 17
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Delhi Capitals Wins: 15
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Tied: 1
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No Result: 0
PBKS hold a slight edge over DC in the head-to-head battles, and their current form only strengthens their position further.
Probable Playing XIs
Punjab Kings (PBKS):
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Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, Shreyas Iyer (c), Josh Inglis (wk), Shashank Singh, Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Azmatullah Omarzai, Marco Jansen, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh
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Impact Player: Vijaykumar Vyshak
Delhi Capitals (DC):
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Faf du Plessis, Abishek Porel, Karun Nair, KL Rahul (wk), Axar Patel (c), Tristan Stubbs, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Dushmantha Chameera, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan
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Impact Player: Ashutosh Sharma
Key Players to Watch
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Shreyas Iyer (PBKS): The captain is leading from the front with 405 runs in 11 matches. His solid technique and ability to shift gears make him a key figure in Punjab’s top order.
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Arshdeep Singh (PBKS): The left-arm seamer is the fourth-highest wicket-taker this season with 16 wickets. His ability to strike in the powerplay and at the death could be decisive once again.
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Axar Patel (DC): The Delhi skipper will be crucial both as a leader and an all-rounder, providing balance with his left-arm spin and lower-order hitting.
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Mitchell Starc (DC): The Australian pacer can be lethal on a seaming Dharamshala track and will look to provide early breakthroughs.
Match Scenarios & Prediction
Scenario 1 – If PBKS bat first:
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Powerplay Score: 65–75
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Total Score: 215–220
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Winner: Punjab Kings
Scenario 2 – If DC bat first:
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Powerplay Score: 55–65
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Total Score: 210–215
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Winner: Delhi Capitals
Today’s Match Prediction
Considering current form, conditions, and team balance, Punjab Kings appear to have the edge, especially if they bat first. However, Delhi Capitals cannot be written off, and a clinical performance can swing the momentum in their favour.
Prediction: Team batting first to win the match.