Delhi Capitals (DC) are set to host the Mumbai Indians (MI) in Match 29 of the IPL 2025 on Sunday, April 13, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. The match is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM IST.
Team Form and Standings
- Delhi Capitals (DC): DC have been in exceptional form this season, winning all four of their matches and currently sitting at the top of the points table with 8 points and a Net Run Rate (NRR) of +1.278.
- Mumbai Indians (MI): In contrast, MI have struggled, securing only one win out of five matches and are placed at the bottom of the table with 2 points and an NRR of -0.01.
Head-to-Head Record
Historically, MI have had the upper hand in this fixture, winning 19 out of the 35 encounters, while DC have won 16.
Key Players to Watch
Delhi Capitals:
- KL Rahul: The wicketkeeper-batsman has been in sublime form, scoring 77 off 51 balls against CSK and an unbeaten 93 off 53 balls against RCB. Notably, he has an impressive record against MI, amassing 950 runs at an average of 79, including three centuries and six half-centuries.
- Jake Fraser-McGurk: The opener is known for his aggressive batting style, capable of providing explosive starts.
- Mitchell Starc: The Australian pacer leads DC’s bowling attack, bringing experience and pace to the lineup.
Mumbai Indians:
- Hardik Pandya: The captain has been a consistent performer, contributing both with the bat and ball. He has taken 10 wickets this season and recently scored 42 off just 15 balls.
- Jasprit Bumrah: Returning to form, Bumrah’s pace and accuracy make him a key asset in MI’s bowling lineup.
- Tilak Varma: The young batsman has shown promise and could be promoted to No. 3 to strengthen the batting order.
Pitch and Weather Conditions
The Arun Jaitley Stadium is known for its batting-friendly pitch, with short boundaries and flat surfaces. The average first innings score at this venue since 2022 stands at 200, with last season averaging 235 from five games.
Toss Prediction – Mumbai Indians (MI)
Match Prediction – Delhi Capitals (DC)
Given DC’s unbeaten run and MI’s struggles, DC appear to have the upper hand in this encounter. However, MI’s lineup is filled with match-winners, and if they click, they could pose a significant challenge.
