As we approach the closing stages of the 2024 Indian Premier League, game 56 will see Rajasthan Royals (RR) face off against Delhi Capitals (DC) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. The Royals are currently second in the league table with 16 points from ten matches, showcasing a strong performance this season. Meanwhile, with ten points from eleven matches, the Capitals are positioned sixth in the standings and will be eager to climb the table.
Ahead of this electrifying encounter, let’s dive into the match predictions, tips, and top players to watch.
DC vs RR: Head-to-Head Stats
RR and DC have played 28 matches together with the former winning 15 games to their counterparts record of 13 wins. If zoomed in to their last five encounters, the Royals have earned three victories with the Capitals winning the remaining couple of matches. 
DC vs RR: Pitch Report
There are two types of primary pitches used at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi. One of them is a belter of a track where runs come aplenty. The bowlers tend to get hammered. The other pitch is a slow turner that assists the spinners, and the pacers get more wickets during the slog-overs phase.
Venue Stats (IPL 2024):
Matches: 87
Matches Won batting first: 40
Matches won batting second: 46
Average first innings total: 166
Highest total: 266/7 by SRH vs DC, in 2024
DC vs RR: Toss Predictions
The toss-winning skipper may choose to chase down totals with a dew factor likely to come. In case the dry pitch is used, the same should be the approach from the toss-winning captain. Facing the spinners in dry conditions won’t be easy for the batters.
DC vs RR: Match Facts
- From their current squad, Jos Buttler is the only RR player to score a century against DC.
- The Royals are yet to win a game against DC in Delhi since 2015.
- Riyan Parag has a batting average of 58.43 this season.
DC vs RR: Top Batters predictions
Riyan Parag (RR): The Rajasthan batter has been scintillating at No.4 this season. He has gathered 409 runs from ten matches at an impressive average around 58. He has shown enough composure on a big stage and often helped his side go over the line.
Rishabh Pant (DC): The wicketkeeper-batter has been amazing with the bat for the Capitals. Having smashed 398 runs from eleven matches at an average of 44.22 and a strike rate of 158.57, Pant has made it to the T20 World Cup squad of India.
DC vs RR: Top Bowler predictions
Kuldeep Yadav (DC): The left-arm wrist spinner has been one of the best bowlers of the tournament so far. Kuldeep has bagged 12 wickets from eight matches and can be a great option during the middle overs phase. The Uttar Pradesh-bred bowler has the ability to break important stands.
Yuzvendra Chahal (RR): The wrist spinner has been decent with the ball this season. Although he was spanked for 62 runs in his full quota in the last game, Chahal would be eyeing a bounce back against the Capitals.
DC vs RR: Winner Predictions
The Capitals are playing after a long break and have the chance to come fresh and win three matches on the trot. They would like to start off by toppling the Royals, a daunting task though.
DC vs RR: Predictions
According to Parimatch, RR are the favourites to win this clash. However, their bowlers can concede runs over 92.5 in the first ten overs (1.72). But their openers have been fragile against quality swing bowlers and Trent Boult and Sandeep Sharma could get an early breakthrough. So, the Capitals could have an opening partnership less than 24.5 (1.85) in this clash. As it could be a batting turf, the number of wickets in the contest may come down less than 12.5 (1.75).
