Mitchell Starc’s expected return boosts Delhi Capitals ahead of their must-win clash against Rajasthan Royals. Check match time, streaming, pitch report, and predicted XIs.
Rajasthan Royals' players (PC: IANS)
The Rajasthan Royals (RR) will take on the Delhi Capitals (DC) in Match 43 of the Indian Premier League 2026 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, with the hosts looking to strengthen their playoff push while DC aim to stay alive in the race.
Rajasthan Royals have built solid momentum this season, winning six of their nine matches to sit fourth on the points table. Led by Riyan Parag, RR come into this clash on the back of a stunning chase of 223 against Punjab Kings, a result that has boosted confidence, especially in their middle order.
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While Parag’s individual form has been inconsistent, his recent contribution and the resurgence of players like Donovan Ferreira and Shubham Dubey offer timely positives.
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Delhi Capitals, meanwhile, are under pressure with just three wins from eight matches. Captained by Axar Patel, DC are currently seventh and on a three-match losing streak. Their previous defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru exposed concerns in both batting and bowling, making this a must-win encounter. The expected return of Mitchell Starc could provide a much-needed boost to their bowling attack.
Conditions are expected to be clear for the evening clash with no major threat of rain.
However, high humidity levels are likely to result in significant dew later in the game, which could make it difficult for bowlers to grip the ball. This is expected to favour teams chasing under lights, continuing the trend seen at this venue this season.
What time will the RR vs DC IPL 2026 match start?
The match will begin at 7:30 PM IST.
What time will the toss take place?
The toss is scheduled for 7:00 PM IST.
Where is the RR vs DC match being played?
The match will be held at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur.
Where can you watch the RR vs DC IPL 2026 match live on TV?
The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network in India.
Where can you livestream the RR vs DC match?
Fans can stream the match live on the JioHotstar app and website.
Matches: 30
RR wins: 15
DC wins: 15
The rivalry is perfectly balanced, with both teams winning 15 matches each.
Rajasthan Royals (RR):
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Riyan Parag (c), Donovan Ferreira, Shubham Dubey, Ravindra Jadeja, Dasun Shanaka, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Sandeep Sharma
Impact Player: Ravi Bishnoi
Delhi Capitals (DC):
KL Rahul, Sahil Parakh, Nitish Rana, Sameer Rizvi, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Axar Patel (c), Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, T Natarajan, Dushmantha Chameera
Impact Player: Mukesh Kumar
The Jaipur surface has played much more batter-friendly this season compared to its traditionally balanced nature.
High-scoring matches have been common, with the pitch offering good pace and carry. Pacers may get some assistance early on, but batting becomes easier as the game progresses.
Dew is expected to play a major role in the second innings, making chasing the preferred option after winning the toss.
Team News & Key Updates
Rajasthan Royals:
RR are likely to stick with their core combination after the big win. Their batting depth and middle-order form will be key once again.
Delhi Capitals:
Mitchell Starc is expected to feature, strengthening the pace attack. However, Lungi Ngidi is likely to miss out due to concussion protocols.
Players to Watch
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (RR): Among the leading run-scorers this season and in excellent form.
KL Rahul (DC): The backbone of Delhi’s batting, averaging consistently.
Jofra Archer (RR): RR’s strike bowler and key in powerplay breakthroughs.
Axar Patel (DC): Leading from the front and contributing with both bat and ball.
RR vs DC IPL 2026: Squads
Rajasthan Royals: Riyan Parag (c), Shimron Hetmyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel, Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Jofra Archer, Nandre Burger, Kwena Maphaka, Sandeep Sharma, Yudhvir Singh Charak, Ravi Bishnoi, Sushant Mishra, Ravi Singh, Aman Rao Perala, Adam Milne, Kuldeep Sen, Dasun Shanaka, Shubham Dubey, Tushar Deshpande, Vignesh Puthur, Brijesh Sharma
Delhi Capitals: Axar Patel (c), KL Rahul, Abishek Porel, Nitish Rana, Sameer Rizvi, Tristan Stubbs, Ajay Jadav Mandal, Ashutosh Sharma, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, Mitchell Starc, Tripurana Vijay, David Miller, Auqib Nabi Dar, Pathum Nissanka, Lungi Ngidi, Sahil Parakh, Prithvi Shaw, Kyle Jamieson, T Natarajan, Madhav Tiwari, Karun Nair, Dushmantha Chameera
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