Delhi Capitals (DC) host Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in Match 39 of IPL 2026 on Monday, April 27, 2026, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi, starting at 7:30 PM IST. DC are desperate for a win after PBKS chased down their 264 in the last match here.
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Arun Jaitley Stadium
27 April 2026 07:30 PM
For your Dream11 team, Virat Kohli is the safest captain pick with 478 runs at avg 59.75 this season and 1,081 career runs against DC, while KL Rahul (fresh off a stunning 152 off 67 vs PBKS) works perfectly as vice-captain.
DC vs RCB Match Details
| Match Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | DC vs RCB, IPL 2026 Match 39 |
| Date | Monday, April 27, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi |
| Broadcast | Star Sports, JioHotstar |
| DC Captain | Axar Patel |
| RCB Captain | Rajat Patidar |
| Head-to-Head | RCB leads 20-14 in 34 matches |
Our Dream11 Team Recommendation for DC vs RCB IPL 2026 Match 39
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DC vs RCB Match 39 Weather Reports
| Weather Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Daytime High | 43°C |
| Match-Time Temp | 35-38°C |
| Humidity | 15-25% |
| Wind Speed | 10-15 km/h |
| Rain Probability | < 5% (completely clear) |
| Sky Condition | Clear and Sunny |
| Dew Factor | High (evening match; dew significant in 2nd innings) |
| Match Interruption Risk | Zero |
Pitch Report for Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi
| Pitch Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Batting Paradise (relaid surface; high-scoring venue) |
| Avg 1st Innings Score (IPL 2026) | 200-220+ runs (529-run aggregate in last match here) |
| Boundary Length | Short boundaries (square ~60-65m); rapid outfield |
| 200+ Totals | Virtually guaranteed; DC posted 264 and PBKS chased it down |
| Toss Decision | Bowl first (dew aids chasing; but batting first also viable on this road) |
| Pace Assist | Early lateral movement off the seam; ball comes onto the bat nicely |
| Spin Assist | Spinners get grip and turn as the ball wears; Kuldeep thrives here |
| Dew Effect | Significant in 2nd innings; chasing team favored under lights |
Injury Updates
Lungi Ngidi (DC): Ruled out with a concussion after being subbed off in the 3rd over vs PBKS. A massive blow to DC’s pace attack. Ishant Sharma or Kamlesh Nagarkoti could replace him.
KL Rahul (DC): In sensational form. Smashed 152 off 67 balls vs PBKS in the last match, the highest individual score in DC’s history. His presence is a non-negotiable for any Dream11 team.
RCB Coming Off GT Win: The defending champions won convincingly by 5 wickets against GT, capping off their Bengaluru leg with 4 wins in 5 games. Virat Kohli leads all run-scorers with 478 at avg 59.75.
DC vs RCB Head-to-Head
| Category | RCB | DC |
| Total Matches | 34 | 34 |
| Wins | 20 | 13 |
| Highest Total | 215/1 (2012) | 196/4 (2020) |
| Lowest Total | 137 (2017) | 95 (2015) |
| No Result/Tie | 1 | 1 |
In 34 IPL meetings, RCB hold a commanding 20-14 lead over DC. However, DC won the reverse fixture (Match 26 at Chinnaswamy), chasing 176 with 6 wickets and 1 ball to spare. That was RCB’s only loss in Bengaluru this season.
Virat Kohli has scored 1,081 runs against DC in his career, the most by any batter in this rivalry. On Delhi’s short boundaries, Kohli’s cover drives and flicks through midwicket will be a nightmare for DC’s depleted pace attack.
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Key Players to Watch in DC vs RCB, IPL 2026
| Player | Team | Role | Key Insights & Stats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | RCB | Batter | 478 runs at avg 59.75 and SR 149.84 in IPL 2026. 1,081 career runs vs DC (most in this rivalry). The King of this fixture is in the form of his life. |
| KL Rahul | DC | WK-Batter | Smashed 152 off 67 balls vs PBKS (highest individual score in DC’s history). Despite the loss, Rahul proved he can single-handedly take on any bowling attack. A must-pick. |
| Josh Hazlewood | RCB | Bowler | 13 wickets at economy 8.89 in IPL 2026. RCB’s most reliable bowling option. His nagging length and powerplay control will be crucial against KL Rahul and DC’s explosive top order. |
| Kuldeep Yadav | DC | Bowler | DC’s primary spin weapon. His chinaman deliveries get extra grip on the Arun Jaitley surface. The battle between Kuldeep and RCB’s middle order could decide the match. |
| Rajat Patidar | RCB | Batter | RCB captain who leads from the front. His fearless stroke-play in pressure situations makes him a high-ceiling Dream11 pick. Scored 112* in the 2022 Eliminator vs LSG. |
| David Miller | DC | Batter | DC’s death-overs finisher. His 6-6-4 finish vs GT in Match 14 proved he can win games from impossible positions. On Delhi’s short boundaries, Miller is lethal in the last 5 overs. |
