Delhi Capitals will aim to continue their winning run when they face Gujarat Titans in Match 14 of the Indian Premier League 2026. Gujarat Titans, meanwhile, will look to bounce back after suffering back-to-back defeats early in the campaign.
Match details
Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium
Date: April 08, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM IST | 7:00 PM PST | 2:30 PM GMT
Team overviews
Delhi Capitals have made a strong start to their campaign with two convincing wins. Under the leadership of Axar Patel, the team has looked balanced across departments. Having defeated both Lucknow Super Giants and Mumbai Indians, Delhi will aim to maintain momentum and strengthen their position in the standings.
Gujarat Titans, on the other hand, have struggled despite being one of the most consistent teams in recent IPL seasons. Led by Rashid Khan, the Titans have lost their opening two matches, including a close contest against Rajasthan Royals. They will be desperate to turn things around and get their first win of the season.
Key players
For Delhi Capitals, the batting unit will rely on experienced names like KL Rahul and David Miller, while Kuldeep Yadav remains a key weapon in the bowling department. Mukesh Kumar is another player to watch with the ball.
Gujarat Titans will depend heavily on Jos Buttler and Sai Sudharsan to provide stability at the top. Their bowling attack, led by Kagiso Rabada and Rashid Khan, will need to deliver under pressure.
Head-to-head record
Gujarat Titans hold a slight edge in this rivalry, having won four out of the seven matches played between the two sides. Delhi Capitals have secured three wins, making this a closely contested fixture.
Pitch report
The surface at Arun Jaitley Stadium has evolved into a batting-friendly wicket in recent years. The pitch is generally flat with short boundaries, allowing batters to score freely. Pacers may get slight assistance early on, but overall conditions favor high-scoring encounters. A total above 180 is expected to be competitive.
Probable playing XIs
Delhi Capitals (Captain: Axar Patel):
KL Rahul (wk), Abhishek Porel, Nitish Rana, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Axar Patel (c), Ashutosh Sharma, Vipraj Nigam, Kuldeep Yadav, Lungi Ngidi, Dushmantha Chameera, Mukesh Kumar
Gujarat Titans (Captain: Rashid Khan):
Sai Sudharsan, Kumar Kushagra, Jos Buttler, Glenn Phillips, Washington Sundar, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan (c), Kagiso Rabada, Ashok Sharma, Mohammad Siraj, Prasidh Krishna
Probable match scenarios
If Delhi Capitals bat first, they will aim to post a total in excess of 185 by capitalizing on the batting-friendly conditions. Their bowlers will then look to control the middle overs with spin.
If Gujarat Titans chase, their success will depend on a strong start from the top order. Early wickets could put them under pressure, especially against Delhi’s in-form bowling unit.
Live streaming and broadcast
India: Star Sports Network, JioHotstar app and website
Pakistan: Tapmad, local sports channels
UK: Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Go
Australia: Fox Sports, Kayo Sports
Global: Official IPL broadcasters and digital platforms depending on region
Match prediction
Delhi Capitals enter the match with strong momentum and a well-balanced squad, while Gujarat Titans are still searching for their rhythm. Considering current form and confidence, Delhi Capitals hold a clear advantage and are favorites to win this contest, although Gujarat’s quality lineup makes them capable of an upset.
