Punjab Kings (PBKS) host Delhi Capitals (DC) in Match 55 of IPL 2026 at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium, Dharamsala on Monday, May 11, 2026. Match starts at 7:30 PM IST (toss at 7:00 PM IST).
Watch the live telecast on Star Sports Network and live stream on JioHotstar (app and website).
PBKS take the IPL to Dharamsala for the first time this season. The snow-capped Dhauladhar mountains provide the most scenic backdrop in all of cricket. But the picture inside the PBKS camp is far less pretty. 3 consecutive losses have seen them slip from 1st to 3rd on the table. The top order of Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh, and Shreyas Iyer has completely collapsed in these defeats.
DC are 8th with 4 wins from 11 matches. They have lost 7 of 11 games, including a 4 of last 5 slide. For DC, this is a season-saving mission. PBKS need to stop the rot before their campaign unravels completely. Someone’s losing streak ends tonight in the Himalayas.
PBKS vs DC IPL 2026 Match 55: Quick Details
| Details | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | PBKS vs DC, IPL 2026 Match 55 |
| Date | Monday, May 11, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST (Toss at 7:00 PM IST) |
| Venue | HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala |
| TV Telecast (India) | Star Sports Network (English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada + HD) |
| Live Streaming (India) | JioHotstar (App and Website) |
| Live Streaming (UK) | Sky Sports Cricket / Sky Go / NOW TV |
| Live Streaming (USA) | Willow TV |
| Live Streaming (Australia) | Kayo Sports / Fox Cricket |
How to Watch PBKS vs DC Live in India
On TV: Star Sports Network broadcasts all IPL 2026 matches in English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada. Available on Tata Play, Airtel Digital TV, Dish TV, and D2H.
Online Streaming: JioHotstar is the exclusive platform. Plans start at ₹79/month (Mobile), ₹149/month (Super), and ₹299/month (Premium with 4K). Bundled access available through Jio, Airtel, and Vi recharge plans.
PBKS vs DC Head-to-Head Record in IPL
One of the IPL’s most evenly matched rivalries. PBKS hold the slimmest of edges across 36 meetings.
| Category | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 36 |
| PBKS Wins | 18 |
| DC Wins | 17 |
| No Result | 1 |
| PBKS Lead | By just 1 match |
| At Dharamsala | PBKS historically strong at altitude |
PBKS lead 18-17 in 36 matches, the thinnest margin in any major IPL rivalry. Every single match between these two is competitive. There is no dominant team. The rivalry is defined by tight finishes and momentum swings.
At Dharamsala, the altitude and pace-friendly conditions traditionally favour PBKS, who know the ground well. The high altitude (1,457m above sea level) means the ball travels further, swing is exaggerated under lights, and big hitters thrive. This is not your typical flat IPL surface.
PBKS vs DC: Probable Playing XIs
Here are Playing XI of both Teams:
Punjab Kings Probable XI
Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (WK), Cooper Connolly, Shreyas Iyer (C), Shashank Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Lockie Ferguson / Xavier Bartlett, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal.
Delhi Capitals Probable XI
KL Rahul (WK), Ben Duckett, Nitish Rana, Sameer Rizvi, David Miller, Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel (C), Kyle Jamieson, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan.
Key Player Battles to Watch
- Arshdeep Singh vs KL Rahul: Arshdeep’s left-arm swing at Dharamsala’s altitude is the most dangerous powerplay threat in this match. Rahul batting against his former franchise adds an emotional layer. This duel sets the tone.
- Mitchell Starc vs Shreyas Iyer: Starc’s bounce against PBKS’s struggling captain. Iyer has failed in 3 straight matches. Starc could either end his slump or extend it. Dharamsala’s altitude adds extra carry to Starc’s deliveries.
- Yuzvendra Chahal vs DC’s middle order: Chahal’s leg-spin against Miller, Stubbs, and Rizvi in the middle overs. At Dharamsala, where the ball grips and turns more than at lowland venues, Chahal could be the match-winner.
Venue: HPCA Stadium, Dharamsala
The HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala is the IPL’s most scenic venue, set at 1,457 metres above sea level with the Dhauladhar mountains as the backdrop. It is not just beautiful; the altitude significantly affects playing conditions.
The ball travels further at altitude, meaning six-hitting is easier. Swing is exaggerated under lights, favouring fast bowlers with the new ball. The pitch offers pace and bounce. Average scores are around 195+. Teams prefer to chase, with chasing sides winning approximately 65% of matches here.
Weather: Around 15-25°C, significantly cooler than other IPL venues. The mountain air and lower temperatures mean no dew is expected, though moisture can creep in late. A pleasant evening for cricket.
PBKS vs DC Match 55 Prediction
PBKS are favourites despite the 3-match losing streak. Home advantage at Dharamsala, Arshdeep’s swing at altitude, and the historical H2H edge (18-17) give them the structural advantage. CricJosh predicts a PBKS win with Arshdeep at his best.
DC’s hope: Starc and Jamieson exploit the altitude with bounce and swing, Kuldeep controls the middle overs, and the batting finally produces a complete performance. But asking a team that has won 4 of 11 to beat PBKS at their mountain fortress is ambitious.
The real question is whether PBKS’s top order rediscovers form. If Arya, Prabhsimran, and Iyer fire together, PBKS’s batting depth makes them virtually unchaseable. If they collapse again like the last 3 games, DC have a genuine chance.
Final Thoughts
PBKS vs DC at Dharamsala is a Monday night rescue mission for both teams. Tune in at 7:30 PM IST on Monday, May 11 on Star Sports (TV) or JioHotstar (streaming).
Mountains, swing, and desperation. PBKS’s 3-match losing streak vs DC’s 4-from-last-5 slide.
Arshdeep at altitude vs Starc’s bounce. Iyer vs his own form crisis. 18-17 in 36 matches, the tightest rivalry in IPL history. And a venue where the ball flies further and swings more. Someone’s season turns tonight in the shadow of the Himalayas.
