Delhi Capitals (DC) host Rajasthan Royals (RR) in Match 62 of IPL 2026 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Match starts at 7:30 PM IST (toss at 7:00 PM IST). This is the second match of Sunday’s double-header (after PBKS vs RCB at 3:30 PM).
Watch the live telecast on Star Sports Network and live stream on JioHotstar (app and website).
This is DC’s final home match of IPL 2026. Both teams are in the playoff race and need points. RR have the more explosive batting with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (400 runs) and Yashasvi Jaiswal (306 runs)) leading the charge. DC counter with KL Rahul (358 runs at SR 185.49)) and Mitchell Starc’s pace.
These two met earlier at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur (Match 43)) on May 1. Both teams have evolved since that meeting. RR’s Sooryavanshi scored a 36-ball century) against SRH. DC have Starc back) and Rahul in the form of his life). Sunday evening in Delhi is the perfect stage for a high-stakes clash.
How to Watch DC vs RR 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 through Jio, Airtel, and Vi recharge plans.
DC vs RR Head-to-Head Record in IPL
One of the IPL’s most perfectly balanced rivalries. Neither team has found a lasting edge.
| Category | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 30 |
| RR Wins | 15 |
| DC Wins | 15 |
| Record | Perfectly level |
| At Arun Jaitley Stadium | DC lead historically |
| First Meeting This Season (Match 43) | At Jaipur on May 1 |
15-15 across 30 matches). It does not get more even than this. At the Arun Jaitley Stadium), DC have the historical home edge with short boundaries and a surface that assists spin in the middle overs. RR prefer to bat first and post big totals, which suits the venue.
DC vs RR: Probable Playing XIs
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.
Starc and Natarajan with the new ball, Kuldeep and Axar in the middle overs. This is DC’s best combination. Duckett as a left-hand opener gives variety against RR’s pace attack. Rahul at 358 runs is in the form to anchor any chase.
Rajasthan Royals Probable XI
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Riyan Parag (C), Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Brijesh Sharma / Tushar Deshpande, Ravi Bishnoi.
RR’s Sooryavanshi-Jaiswal opening pair is the most destructive in IPL 2026. CricJosh says they are too destructive for any bowling attack). Archer) and Bishnoi) give RR a complete bowling attack. The middle order needs Parag, Hetmyer, and Jadeja) to contribute.
Key Player Battles to Watch
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi vs Mitchell Starc: 400 runs and a 36-ball century against Starc’s left-arm thunderbolts. The 15-year-old vs the Australian veteran. The powerplay could be decided in the first 3 overs of this contest.
KL Rahul vs Jofra Archer: Rahul has 358 runs at SR 185.49. Archer has 14 wickets. The powerplay duel between two of IPL 2026’s most in-form performers. Whoever wins sets their team’s tone.
Kuldeep Yadav vs RR’s middle order: Kuldeep’s googlies on a Delhi surface that grips against Parag, Hetmyer, and Jadeja. RR’s middle order has been inconsistent. Kuldeep exploiting that on home turf could be the match-defining spell.
Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi
The Arun Jaitley Stadium is DC’s home fortress and one of the IPL’s most batting-friendly venues. Short boundaries, a flat surface, and a fast outfield produce high-scoring games. Scores above 190) are competitive.
Dew is a significant factor in evening matches. The ball skids on in the second innings. Chasing teams have a clear advantage). The toss winner will bowl first. Gates open at 4:30 PM) for the 7:30 PM start.
Weather: Warm Delhi May evening, around 30-35°C). No rain expected.
DC vs RR Match 62 Prediction
RR are slight favourites per CricJosh. Sooryavanshi and Jaiswal are described as too destructive for any bowling attack). RR’s combined batting depth (400 + 306 + 248 from their top 3) is superior to DC’s reliance on Rahul.
DC’s counter: home advantage), Starc’s pace), and Kuldeep’s spin) on a surface that assists in the middle overs. If DC bat second with dew, Rahul (358 runs, SR 185)) could chase anything.
Both teams need this win for playoff positioning. RR want to confirm their top-four spot. DC want to keep their hopes alive in their final home match). Expect a high-scoring Sunday evening) in Delhi.
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Final Thoughts
DC vs RR at the Arun Jaitley Stadium closes Sunday’s double-header. Tune in at 7:30 PM IST on Sunday, May 17 on Star Sports (TV) or JioHotstar (streaming).
DC’s final home match of the season). Sooryavanshi’s 400 runs vs Starc’s pace). Rahul’s 358 runs at SR 185 vs Archer’s 14 wickets). 15-15 in 30 meetings) and still nothing separates them. A rivalry that never disappoints, at a venue built for drama, with playoffs on the line for both. This is what the IPL is all about.
