Match Details
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Fixture: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) vs Delhi Capitals (DC), Match 24, IPL 2025
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Date & Time: Thursday, April 10, 2025, 7:30 PM (IST)
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Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
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Live Broadcast & Streaming: Sports18/Star Sports Network, JioStar
Team Overviews
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
RCB have been in fine form this season, winning three of their four matches so far. They started their campaign with a strong victory over KKR and followed it up with a dominant 50-run win against CSK. Though they faced a setback against GT, they bounced back impressively against MI in Mumbai.
With a strong batting lineup, RCB will rely on Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar, and Devdutt Padikkal to score runs. Their bowling unit, led by Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar, has been performing well.
Delhi Capitals (DC)
DC have been the best team so far in IPL 2025, remaining unbeaten in the tournament. Their thrilling one-wicket win over LSG set the tone, and they followed it up with commanding wins against SRH and CSK.
With KL Rahul leading from the front and Faf du Plessis back in the squad, DC look like a well-balanced side. Mitchell Starc and Kuldeep Yadav have been lethal with the ball, making them a dangerous team to face.
Key Players to Watch
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Virat Kohli (RCB): The highest run-getter in IPL history, he will be crucial for RCB at their home ground.
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KL Rahul (DC): The experienced batter has been in good form and will be vital for DC’s chances.
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Josh Hazlewood (RCB): Has been effective in the powerplay and death overs with his precise bowling.
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Mitchell Starc (DC): The left-arm pacer has been among the top wicket-takers this season.
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Axar Patel (DC): The captain has led from the front with both bat and ball.
Head-to-Head Record
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Total Matches: 31
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RCB Wins: 19
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DC Wins: 11
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No Result: 1
Last Meeting: RCB beat DC by 40 runs in IPL 2024
Predicted Playing XIs
Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
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Phil Salt
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Virat Kohli
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Devdutt Padikkal
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Rajat Patidar (c)
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Liam Livingstone
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Jitesh Sharma (wk)
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Tim David
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Krunal Pandya
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Bhuvneshwar Kumar
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Yash Dayal
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Josh Hazlewood
Impact Substitute: Suyash Sharma
Delhi Capitals (DC)
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Faf du Plessis
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Jake Fraser-McGurk
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Abhishek Porel
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KL Rahul (wk)
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Axar Patel (c)
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Tristan Stubbs
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Ashutosh Sharma
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Vipraj Nigam
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Mitchell Starc
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Kuldeep Yadav
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Mukesh Kumar
Impact Substitute: Mohit Sharma
Pitch Report
The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium is known for high-scoring encounters due to its short boundaries and flat surface. However, in RCB’s previous match here, bowlers found some assistance. Pacers might get early swing, while spinners could be effective in the middle overs.
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Batting-friendly pitch
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Pacers might get early swing
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Spinners could play a role
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Dew might not be a major factor
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Chasing is usually preferred at this venue
Possible Match Scenarios
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If RCB bats first: A score of 190+ is likely, given their firepower.
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If DC bats first: They could put up a 200+ total with their aggressive top order.
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Key battles: Kohli vs Starc, KL Rahul vs Hazlewood, Axar Patel vs RCB’s middle order.
Match Prediction
Both teams have been in great form, making this a tough match to call. However, DC’s unbeaten streak and strong bowling attack give them a slight edge. If RCB’s top order fires, they can challenge DC, but the visitors might have the upper hand.
Prediction: Delhi Capitals to win in a close contest.