DC vs RCB – Toss Update, Playing XI and Match Prediction

Check out the playing XI, toss result, pitch report, and match prediction for today’s DC vs RCB IPL 2025 clash. Stay updated with key match insights and expert analysis.

The second match of Super Sunday in the IPL is shaping up to be an absolute thriller, with Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals both aiming to take a giant leap toward the playoffs. With both sides locked on 12 points, and history suggesting 16 points is usually the magic number to qualify, tonight’s game feels massive. One team will move to 14 points by the end of the night — and get within touching distance of a postseason berth. 

Delhi Capitals have been one of the standout sides this season, racking up six wins from just eight matches. New skipper Axar Patel has done a fine job marshalling his squad, using the resources at his disposal smartly. A win tonight would all but punch DC’s ticket to the playoffs, capping off what’s been a hugely impressive campaign so far. 

As for RCB, they’ve looked just as dangerous. They’ve chalked up six wins from nine outings, and what’s remarkable is that almost all of their victories have come away from home. They finally got the monkey off their back at the Chinnaswamy Stadium on Thursday, beating Rajasthan Royals for their first home win of the season. Now, back on the road where they’ve thrived, RCB will be eager to keep that perfect away record intact. 

And speaking of feeling at home, don’t be surprised if Virat Kohli looks extra fired up tonight. The Delhi-born superstar will be facing his hometown side, and you can bet he’ll be itching to make a statement. With playoff spots on the line, expect a fiery, high-quality contest where every ball will matter. 

DC vs RCB Toss Update 

Royal Challengers Bengaluru won the toss and they have chosen to bowl first.

DC vs RCB Starting XI 

Both teams have a strong squad, and their Playing 11 is expected to feature some of the best names in world cricket. Here's a look at the possible lineups for DC and RCB: 

Delhi Capitals (DC): Karun Nair, Faf du Plessis, Abhishek Porel, KL Rahul(w), Axar Patel(c), Tristan Stubbs, Vipraj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Dushmantha Chameera, Mukesh Kumar  

Impact Subs: Sameer Rizvi, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Ashutosh Sharma

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB): Virat Kohli, Jacob Bethell, Rajat Patidar, Liam Livingstone, Jitesh Sharma, Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Krunal Pandya, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Josh Hazelwood, Yash Dayal, Suyash Sharma

Impact Subs: Swapnil Singh, Liam Livingstone, Devdutt Padikkal

DC vs RCB Match Prediction 

As both teams have solid squads, predicting a winner in today’s match is difficult, but here’s how it might unfold:  

Match Prediction: Picking a winner for this clash feels like flipping a coin. Both RCB and DC have been two of the most impressive and well-balanced teams in IPL 2025, and it’s clear that only the tiniest of margins will separate them tonight. 

That said, if you dig a little deeper, there are some hints. Delhi have looked slightly shaky of late, winning two and losing two in their last four games. RCB, on the other hand, are riding a nice little wave of momentum with back-to-back wins under their belt. And let’s not forget — their away record this season has been flawless, with big victories over heavyweights like Rajasthan Royals, KKR, MI, and CSK on the road. With that kind of form and confidence, RCB might just sneak this one and become the first team in IPL 2025 to hit the 14-point mark.