DPL 2025: Match 26, NDT vs NDS Match Prediction – Who will win today’s DPL match between NDT vs NDS?

Published - 17 Aug 2025, 15:48 IST | Updated - 17 Aug 2025, 16:11 IST

The New Delhi Tigers (NDT) will face the North Delhi Strikers (NDS) in Match No. 26 of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2025 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, on Monday, August 18.

The New Delhi Tigers have endured a tough season so far, sitting at the bottom of the points table with just one win, as they won their tournament opener. Since then, they have suffered five consecutive defeats, and this fixture becomes crucial if they are to keep their hopes alive for the further stages of the premier T20 competition.

Meanwhile, the North Delhi Strikers are placed fourth with three wins under their belt. However, they are coming off a defeat against the Central Delhi Kings and will be determined to bounce back strongly to solidify their place in the top half of the table.

The Arun Jaitley Stadium has traditionally been a batter-friendly venue. The small boundaries make scoring easier, encouraging aggressive stroke play. Bowlers, however, need to be disciplined with their lines and lengths, as even a slight lapse in execution can be costly.

This will be the first-ever DPL encounter between the North Delhi Strikers and the New Delhi Tigers, meaning the head-to-head record currently stands at 0-0.

Shivam Gupta, Dhruv Kaushik, Himmat Singh (c), Parth Bali, Vaibhav Rawal, Deepak Punia, Keshav Dalal (wk), Yashjeet, Ajay Rana, Prince Yadav, Pankaj Jaswal

Vaibhav Kandpal, Yajas Sharma, Yash Dabas, Arnav Bugga, Pranav Rajuvanshi (wk), Arjun Rapria, Deepanshu Gulia, Vikas Dixit, Harshit Rana (c), Siddhant Bansal, Kuldip Yadav

The skipper Himmat Singh will be the pivotal batter for the New Delhi Tigers. He has scored 182 runs in six innings so far in the season and has the ability to lead the team from the front. If he finds his rhythm early, Singh could single-handedly steer the team toward a much-needed victory.

The left-arm pacer Kuldip Yadav will be the key bowler for the North Delhi Strikers in this clash. His four-over spell could prove decisive in controlling the opposition’s run rate. His prowess with the ball has helped him claim nine wickets in the ongoing season thus far. He also has the ability to combine precision with wicket-taking ability, making him a major threat at crucial junctures of the game.

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.