IPL 2026: Match 39, DC vs RCB Match Prediction – Who will win today’s IPL match between Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru?

Published - 26 Apr 2026, 12:30 IST | Updated - 26 Apr 2026, 12:58 IST

Delhi Capitals (DC) will take on Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on April 27 at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, in the Indian Premier League 2026.

Delhi Capitals currently sit sixth on the points table, with three wins from seven matches. They are coming off a heavy defeat against Punjab Kings and will be eager to bounce back strongly to register their fourth win of the tournament.

On the other hand, Royal Challengers Bengaluru are in excellent form, placed second with five wins from seven games. They secured a convincing victory over Gujarat Titans in their previous outing and will look to maintain that momentum. Another win would further strengthen their position in the standings and boost their chances of qualifying for the playoffs.

The surface at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, is generally known to favor batters. This was evident in a recent high-scoring encounter where a 250+ target was chased down successfully, highlighting the true nature of the pitch. The conditions are expected to remain similar, offering plenty of support for stroke play. Batters from both sides are likely to enjoy their time in the middle, while bowlers may find it challenging to contain runs and will need to rely on variations and precise execution to make an impact.

Prithvi Shaw, KL Rahul (wk), Nitish Rana, Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel (c), David Miller, Kyle Jamieson, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, T Natarajan, Dushmantha Chameera

Virat Kohli, Jacob Bethell, Rajat Patidar (c), Jitesh Sharma (wk), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazlewood, Suyash Sharma, Rasikh Salam Dar

KL Rahul could be the key batter in this clash, especially given his outstanding recent form. He is coming off a match-defining unbeaten 152 against Punjab Kings and has accumulated 357 runs in seven innings this season. His ability to anchor the innings while accelerating when needed makes him a crucial player at the top. If he carries forward this form, he could once again play a decisive role and set the tone for his team in this high-scoring encounter.

Josh Hazlewood could be the key bowler in this clash. He has picked up four wickets in four matches so far and has been impressively economical across different conditions. His ability to maintain tight lines and extract bounce makes him a reliable option, especially in high-scoring games. Hazlewood’s spell will be crucial in controlling the opposition’s scoring rate and breaking key partnerships at important stages of the match.