Rajasthan Royals (RR) will take on Delhi Capitals (DC) in Match 43 of IPL 2026 on May 1. The Royals are entering this match with strong confidence after defeating the top-ranked Punjab Kings last week. Currently, they are 3rd in the standings with 12 points and aim to secure their playoff position.
Led by Riyan Parag, the Royals have made the Sawai Mansingh Stadium a challenging venue for opposing teams. Conversely, Delhi Capitals, under the captaincy of Axar Patel, are looking to end a three-match losing streak.
After a strong start to the season, DC has faced difficulties, including a recent match where they were all out for just 75 runs. For Delhi, this game is crucial as they fight to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Match Details & Live Streaming
- Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
- Date & Time: Friday, May 1, 7:30 PM (IST)
- Live Broadcasting & Streaming: JioStar Network Channels, JioHotstar
RR vs DC: Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 30
- Won by RR: 15
- Won by DC: 15
Pitch Report
The pitch at Sawai Mansingh Stadium offers a balanced playing field. Although the boundaries are larger than at other parks, the fast outfield and flat surface favor batters who settle in.
Recent matches show the average first-innings score at around 180–190. The pitch provides early bounce for seam bowlers and some turn for spinners as the game goes on. Dew may impact play in the second half, making it easier to chase in those conditions.
Team Analysis
Rajasthan Royals:
The Royals feature a strong opening pair, with young talent Vaibhav Suryavanshi leading the scoring charts with 400 runs, including a century here recently.
He is supported by Yashasvi Jaiswal, while all-rounders Ravindra Jadeja and Sam Curran add depth to the team. The bowling lineup, headlined by Jofra Archer and Nandre Burger, has been consistent in defending their scores.
Delhi Capitals:
Delhi’s success hinges on KL Rahul, who has 358 runs this season, including a record-setting 152*. However, the rest of the batting order, featuring Prithvi Shaw and Jake Fraser-McGurk, has struggled to maintain form.
Their bowling remains a key strength, with Kuldeep Yadav and Mitchell Starc capable of dismantling strong batting orders. Delhi’s major challenge will be coping with the pressure from their recent performance issues.
Match Prediction
The head-to-head record is tied at 15-15, but Rajasthan Royals have the advantage with their current momentum. RR’s aggressive batting and all-round capabilities make them favorites at home. Unless Delhi’s bowlers can deliver outstanding performances early on, the Royals are expected to prevail.
Prediction: Rajasthan Royals are likely to win
RR vs DC: Predicted Playing XI
Rajasthan Royals (RR):
Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag (C), Shimron Hetmyer, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Sam Curran, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Tushar Deshpande, Nandre Burger, Ravi Bishnoi.
Delhi Capitals (DC):
KL Rahul, Prithvi Shaw, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Tristan Stubbs (WK), David Miller, Axar Patel (C), Sameer Rizvi, Kuldeep Yadav, Mitchell Starc, Mukesh Kumar, T. Natarajan.