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PBKS vs RR Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2026 40th Match

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Punjab Kings (PBKS) will host the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the 40th match of IPL 2026. Punjab Kings are at the top of the table with sox wins and one no-result game. They are the only team yet to lose a game this season. Rajasthan Royals are fourth in the table with five wins and three defeats, so it promises to be a magnificent match.

PBKS have all bases covered as a batting unit. Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh dominate the powerplay. Cooper Connolly provides further impact at three before Shreyas Iyer is the driving force at four. Then, the 2025 finalists also have a number of players who can provide further impact down the order.

So, the battle between Jofra Archer and the firing PBKS lineup – fresh off an incredible chase of 265 – promises to be brilliant.

RR, on the other hand, are relying too heavily on their top three. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal is a magnificent opening duo, but the likes of Riyan Parag will have to take responsibility. Donovan Ferreira has done well down the order in a couple of games. 

Match Details

MatchIPL 2026 40th Match: PBKS vs RR
GroundMaharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium New Chandigarh Mullanpur
Time7:30PM (IST)
DateTuesday April 28, 2026

IPL 2026 40th Match: PBKS vs RR Probable Playing XIIs

Bowling will be a concern for the Kings, as except Marco Jansen (8.5), all their bowlers have an economy rate of more than 9.5. Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, and Xavier Bartlett have failed to create a consistent impact with the ball. Lockie Ferguson will be available for this game, and it should bolster their bowling. 

Punjab Kings: 1. Prabhismran Singh (wk), 2. Priyansh Arya, 3. Cooper Connolly, 4. Shreyas Iyer (c), 5. Nehal Wadhera, 6. Shashank Singh, 7. Marcus Stoinis, 8. Marco Jansen, 9. Lockie Ferguson, 10. Arshdeep Singh, 11. Vijaykumar Vyshak 

Impact Sub: Yuzvendra Chahal

Jofra Archer has been phenomenal. He has picked up wickets with the new ball and has bowled well towards the death overs as well. His impact in the powerplay alongside Nandre Burger is a key reason for Rajasthan’s performance.

Ravi Bishnoi and Ravindra Jadeja have been in good form as well. RR has tried Brijesh Sharma, Tushar Deshpande, and Sandeep Sharma as their third pacer, but none of them have been able to perform as expected. 

Rajasthan Royals: 1. Yashasvi Jaiswal, 2. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 3. Dhruv Jurel (wk), 4. Riyan Parag (c), 5. Shimron Hetmyer, 6. Donovan Ferreira, 7. Ravindra Jadeja, 8. Jofra Archer, 9. Ravi Bishnoi, 10. Tushar Deshpande, 11. Nandre Burger 

Impact Sub: Shubham Dubey/Brijesh Sharma

Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium New Chandigarh Mullanpur Pitch Report and Weather

The average first innings score here this season is 211 runs. PBKS have won all three games played here in IPL 2026 – two chasing and one batting first. There will be some movement on offer for the pacers with the new ball, but it will be an excellent venue for batting. Teams will prefer chasing if they win the toss. 

Rain is predicted during the day, but the weather should be clear at the game time. The pacers may get some movement, and dew might not be a factor in this match. The temperature will be around 29 degrees Celsius at the start of the contest.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for PBKS vs RR: Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top wicketkeeper picks:  

  • Dhurv Jurel scored 51 runs in the last game. He’s the batter who’s holding the batting unit together at number three and is playing at a good strike rate. Jurel has three fifties.
  • Prabhsimran Singh has been in sublime form this season. He has a total of 287 runs at an average of 57.40 and strike rate of 192.61 with three fifties. He scored 76 off just 26 in the last game. 

Key batter picks: 

  • Shreyas Iyer is taking responsibility, and he’s finishing matches for his team. He has been excellent against both spin and pace and will be a key batter for his team. Iyer has 406 runs against the Royals at an average of 31.2 and strike rate of 133.6.
  • Priyansh Arya is another consistent batter from the Punjab Kings. His strike rate this season is a whopping 249.01 (254 runs, avg. 42.33). This includes two half-centuries. Priyansh will be a top C/VC choice as well.
  • Yashasvi Jaiswal has 255 runs in eight innings so far. He’s failed to get going in the last few games, but he’s a quality batter and will be in for a big score in this game. You can try him as captain in some of your teams. 
  • Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored a 36-ball hundred in the last game against SRH. He’s been in terrific form and will be a no-brainer to pick him in your fantasy teams. SPODA AI predictive analysis gives Sooryavanshi a 30% probability of scoring 50 or more in this match.

Top all-rounder picks: 

  • Ravindra Jadeja is expected to bowl 3-4 overs in this game, and he will contribute with the bat as well. He has looked in good touch with the bat too. Jadjea has 132 runs and 6 wickets so far in IPL 2026.
  • Cooper Connolly has 240 runs in six innings at an average of 48 and strike rate of 164.38 with two fifties. He’s batting very positively, and he’ll take on the bowlers in the middle overs on his day. You shouldn’t miss out on him in this game. 

Key bowler picks: 

  • Jofra Archer has 13 wickets in eight games so far, eight of which have come in the powerplay. He will pose a big threat to Punjab’s top order. He has a 37.68% probability of taking 2+ wickets according to SPODA AI predictive analysis.
  • Lockie Ferguson is expected to play this game, and he will be a top fantasy pick. He will bowl in the powerplay and then towards the end of the innings. Lockie bowls at a high pace and did well for the Kings in the last edition of the IPL.

Other Players to Consider for Your Fantasy Cricket Teams

  • Marcus Stoinis.
  • Yuzvendra Chahal.
  • Marco Jansen.
  • Ravi Bishnoi.

Other Matchups and Facts 

  • Head to Head: 30 matches, RR 17, and PBKS 13. Rajasthan Royals have won three of the last five games.
  • Prabhsimran Singh vs Ravindra Jadeja (T20s): 21 runs, 2 dismissals in 16 deliveries.
  • Yashasvi Jaiswal vs Arshdeep Singh (T20s): 58 runs, 2 dismissals in 35 deliveries.
  • Ravindra Jadeja vs Yuzvendra Chahal (T20s): 31 runs, 2 dismissals in 30 deliveries.

IPL 2026 40th Match: PBKS vs RR Dream11 Prediction Today

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IPL 2026 40th Match: PBKS vs RR Dream11 Prediction Today

IPL 2026 40th Match: PBKS vs RR Match Prediction: Who will win?

Both teams are in form, but they have their respective areas of concerns. Punjab’s bowlers have been very expensive while the Royals are struggling with their middle order.

Jofra Archer against Punjab’s top order can be a decisive battle in this match.

Rajasthan Royals to win.

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DC vs RCB Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2026 39th Match

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DC vs RCB Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2026 39th Match

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Delhi Capitals (DC) will challenge the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the 39th game of IPL 2026. Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, will host this game on 27th April 2026 at 7:30 PM IST. Delhi Capitals won the first encounter between the two teams by six wickets.

Delhi Capitals are seven in the table with three wins in seven games. They’ve lost 4 of the last five games, including the last match where they scored 264 runs batting first and still lost the game with 1.3 overs left. Their bowlers have failed to create an impact, and it’ll be a headache for them. 

KL Rahul scored a brilliant 152*, while Nitish Rana (91 runs) has been in good form as well. Pathum Nissanka’s poor form continues, while Tristan Stubbs and David Miller have done a good job. The Capitals will need skipper Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, and T Natarajan to take responsibility with the ball. This will be a crucial game for the Capitals, and they must perform as a team. 

Royal Challengers Bengaluru, meanwhile, are sitting pretty at the second position in the points table. They’ve lost only two games out of seven till now, one of which came against the Delhi Capitals. RCB is looking very solid, as their batters have been in top form and the bowlers are also doing a good job. 

Virat Kohli is consistent as ever, while Devdutt Padikkal has been phenomenal at number three. However, RCB’s bowling, at times, has been very expensive. Romario Shepherd is their sixth bowler, and he’s been very expensive, while Rasikh Dar too has gone for runs in the last two games. RCB will look to strengthen their position with a win in this game.

Match Details

MatchIPL 2026 39th Match: DC vs RCB
GroundArun Jaitley Stadium Delhi
Time7:30PM (IST)
DateMonday April 27, 2026

IPL 2026 39th Match: DC vs RCB Probable Playing XIIs

Delhi Capitals may open with Karun Nair with Dushmantha Chameera in the XI for Pathum Nissanka. Lungi Ngidi’s availability is not confirmed after his injury in the last game.

Delhi Capitals: 1. KL Rahul (wk), 2. Pathum Nissanka/Karun Nair, 3. Nitish Rana, 4. Sameer Rizvi, 5. David Miller, 6. Tristan Stubbs, 7. Axar Patel, 8. Vipraj Nigam, 9. Dushmantha Chameera, 10. Kuldeep Yadav, 11. Mukesh Kumar

Impact Sub: Ashutosh Sharma/T Natarajan

Phil Salt, if fit, will replace Jacob Bethell at the top for RCB.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru: 1. Jacob Bethell/Phil Salt, 2. Virat Kohli, 3. Devdutt Padikkal, 4. Rajat Patidar (c), 5. Jitesh Sharma (wk), 6. Tim David, 7. Romario Shepherd, 8. Krunal Pandya, 9. Bhuvneshwar Kumar, 10. Rasikh Salam Dar, 11. Josh Hazlewood

Impact Sub: Suyash Sharma

Arun Jaitley Cricket Stadium Delhi Pitch Report and Weather

A total of 529 runs were scored in the last game played at this venue. It will be an excellent pitch for batting, with the dimensions will be on the smaller side as well.

There might be something for the spinners as the game progresses and new ball might move a bit for the pacers. Overall, a high-scoring encounter is on the cards. The average first innings score here this season is 212 runs, and chasing sides have won two of the three games played so far.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for DC vs RCB: Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top wicketkeeper picks:  

  • KL Rahul has 831 runs in 18 games against RCB at an average of 69.20 and strike rate of 144.50. This includes five fifties and a century. Rahul scored 152* in the last game and will be the most popular captain choice for this game.

Key batter picks: 

  • Virat Kohli scored a brilliant 81 runs in the last game against GT. He is looking in sublime form and is batting very positively. Kohli has a total of 328 runs at an average of 54.66 and strike rate of 163.18 in IPL 2026. He will be a top captain choice, especially while chasing.
  • Rajat Patidar has failed to get going in the last two games, but he’s a key batter for RCB at number 4. He is batting very aggressively, and RCB’s scoring at a very high rate in the middle overs thanks to the skipper. Patidar will be a top C/VC option as well. 
  • Devdutt Padikkal will attack from the first ball, batting at number 3. He scored 55 off just 27 in the last game and took the game away from GT. Padikkal will be crucial against the likes of Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav. He has three fifties in six innings this season.
  • Tristan Stubbs scored 60* in the last game against RCB. He is batting according to the situation. HIs strike rate hasn’t been the best but Stubbs is a quality batter and will be a must in your fantasy teams, especially if the Capitals are chasing. He has 196 runs at an average of 65.33 with two fifties. 
  • Jacob Bethell opened the innings in the last game. He’s expected to play in this game as well. He looked in decent touch and will enjoy batting at this venue. Bethell can also bowl an over or two if needed. 

Top all-rounder picks: 

  • Axar Patel will bowl his full quota and can contribute with the bat too. His current form hasn’t been that great, but Axar is a key all-rounder for his side and will fancy his chances against RCB’s right-hand-heavy batting unit.

Key bowler picks: 

  • Josh Hazlewood will bowl the hard lengths, and it’s really difficult to hit him for a lot of runs. He has four wickets in fiyr games at an economy of 8.87. Hazlewood can trouble the DC batters and will be someone you can’t miss out on in this game. 

Other Players to Consider for Your Fantasy Cricket Teams 

  • David Miller (chasing).
  • Tim David.
  • Bhuvneshwar Kumar.
  • Sameer Rizvi.
  • Kuldeep Yadav.

Other Matchups and Facts

  • Head-to-Head: 34 matches, RCB 20, DC 13, and 1 no result. 
  • KL Rahul vs. Bhuvneshwar Kumar (T20s): 111 runs and 2 dismissals in 102 balls.
  • Nitish Rana vs. Bhuvneshwar Kumar (T20s): 50 runs and 2 dismissals in 41 balls.
  • Jitesh Sharma vs. Axar Patel (T20s): 15 runs and 2 dismissals in 19 balls.
  • Devdutt Padikkal vs. Axar Patel (T20s): 47 runs and 2 dismissals in 28 balls.

IPL 2026 39th Match: DC vs RCB Dream11 Prediction Today

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IPL 2026 39th Match – DC vs RCB Dream11 Prediction Today

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IPL 2026 39th Match – DC vs RCB Dream11 Prediction Today

IPL 2026 39th Match: DC vs RCB Match Prediction: Who will win?

While DC defeated RCB when these two teams met earlier this season, RCB start as the favourites to win this game.

Their batters are in fine form, and the bowlers are delivering as unit. DC, meanwhile, lack consistency and will have to play as a unit in this game if they are to win. 

Royal Challengers Bengaluru to win.

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“Bat v bat is boring” – Fans call for more balance between bat and ball in the IPL

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“Bat v bat is boring” – Fans call for more balance between bat and ball in the IPL

Saturday April 25, 2026 will be remembered as a day where bowlers were mere bowling machines in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Batters hammered 986 runs with 57 sixes in 77.2 overs of utter carnage, with Delhi Capitals’ 264/2 mowed down with seven balls to spare by the Punjab Kings.

KL Rahul’s 152* off 67 balls was in a losing effort. As was Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s 37-ball 100 in the second game, where Sunrisers Hyderabad made a mockery of Rajasthan Royals’ 228.

The events led to concern among fans. Many believe the imbalance between bat and ball reduces the product to a shootout rather than a battle. In fact, the introduction of the impact player rule in 2023 has coincided with a whopping 214% increase in the number of 200+ totals compared to the previous four seasons (2019-2022).

ALSO READ: 3 rule changes the IPL should look at for better balance between bat and ball

Fans call for sporting pitches to enable more balance between bat and ball in the IPL

So, what’s the answer? Fans and pundits, including Ian Bishop, have taken to social media to express their worry and call for more balanced pitches in the IPL.

Some fans shared views on the powerplay plus the impact this could have on up-and-coming cricketers in India.

“I know that I would be called a nostalgia merchant but this bat v bat contest is becoming a bit boring,” wrote Bharath Ramaraj, Principal Correspondent at RevSportz Global.

“Ipl is a joke for bowlers, if you want to motivate next generation cricketer then I don’t think anyone want to become bowler. Don’t cry later on once Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammad Shami kind of blower will retire and we will never get anyone like them,” wrote Sujeet Suman of The Cricket Connect YouTube channel.

ALSO READ: 3 rule changes the IPL should look at for better balance between bat and ball

3 rule changes the IPL should look at for better balance between bat and ball

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3 rule changes the IPL should look at for better balance between bat and ball

Two IPL matches. 986 runs. 57 sixes. KL Rahul hammers 152* off 67 balls in one game. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi clobbers 103 off 37 balls in the other. Both ended up on the losing team.

Saturday April 25, 2026 will go down as one of the most extraordinary days in not only the Indian Premier League (IPL), but T20 cricket as a whole. Bowlers were reduced to mere bowling machines as the batters had their way on flat pitches, with massive scores mowed down with ease.

I wonder what the administrators think while watching the carnage unfold. It is plausible to believe that those in the suits are happy as long as fans continue to tune in. However, many cricket lovers united as one in their views on the batter-dominant proceedings. Ian Bishop took to X (formerly Twitter) and called for more balanced pitches.

“It’s a “worthwhile discussion about balance between bat & ball”. My view is unchanged. Curators these days are very skilled,” Bishop wrote.

“The solution lies in leaving a little something in the pitches; seam, bounce or spin, 8 out of 10 times we’ll get those very interesting 160 to 190 games.”

While Bishop’s view is spot on, will the BCCI brief curators to execute such a plan? Or is the plethora of fours and sixes highest on the agenda? One must admire the skill of the batters on show, but matches are often reduced to shootouts rather than battles.

3 rule changes that can see more of a balance between bat and ball in the IPL

Let’s assume flat pitches will remain part of the T20/IPL identity and the impact player rule remains even after 2027. There are still changes that can be made to ensure more of a contest, especially given the short boundaries on many grounds.

Here is a look at three potential rule changes that can make cricket more of a battle between bat and ball.

1. Alter the powerplay

The impact player rule has seen 200+ scores become the norm, rather than the exception. Since the change in 2023, 200+ scores are up 214% on the previous four years, and we’re only halfway through IPL 2026.

Bowlers are on a hiding to nothing, especially in the powerplay. Batters are more skilled and powerful than ever in T20 cricket, and are going all out in the first six overs on flat pitches with the insurance of an impact player to boot.

The first step should be to alter the powerplay. There are four ways this can be done:

  • Option 1: Reduce the powerplay to two or four overs (at the very most).
  • Option 2: Keep the powerplay at six overs, but allow for four fielders outside the circle instead of two.
  • Option 3: Give the batting team the choice of two “Power Surge” overs anytime between the first and 18th over where only two fielders are allowed out.
  • Option 4: Remove the powerplay altogether.

2. Two bowlers can bowl 5 overs

A team’s two best bowlers bowling five overs will add more of a balance.

Some might argue that teams could simply add even more batting power to their XII, but those extra two overs mean that sides stacked with batting all-rounders can still end up conceding big totals.

At the same time, those two overs can make a difference. Big hitters will have to deal more with the best a team’s attack has to deliver, adding another interesting dimension in the bowling team’s favour.

3. Allow for additional bouncer in an over

This one could be a contentious rule change given the safety element of allowing an extra delivery above the batter’s shoulder. However, it gives the bowlers another option and adds a bit more uncertainty for the batting team.

Are there any other rule changes you’d like to see? Share them on the comments or get in touch on X via @cric_blog.

LSG vs KKR Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2026 38th Match

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LSG vs KKR Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2026 38th Match

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Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) meet the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the 38th game of IPL 2026. Ekana Stadium, Lucknow, will host this game on 26th April 2026 at 7:30 PM IST.

LSG defeated KKR by 3 wickets in their first encounter this season. Mukul (54* runs) was the hero of the game, pulling off an incredible win for his team.

LSG won two of their first three games. However, since then, they’ve lost four on the trot to sit in ninth position. Their batting has failed to get going, and it’s the main reason for their poor performance so far. Rishabh Pant, Nicholas Pooran, Aiden Markram, and even Mitchell Marsh have failed to perform consistently.

KKR are also struggling in IPL 2026 so far. They registered their first win of this season in the last game against RR by four wickets. They are at the bottom of the table with 1 win in 7 games. Their bowling has been below average, and the batters too have failed to score consistently. 

Sunil Narine has bowled well while Varun Chakaravarthy also looks to have found his rhythm in the last two games. Kartik Tyagi has been impressive, but none of the other bowlers have been able to make an impact. Like LSG, KKR desperately need a win today.

Match Details

MatchIPL 2026 38th Match: LSG vs KKR
GroundBharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium Lucknow
Time7:30PM (IST)
DateSunday April 26, 2026

IPL 2026 38th Match: LSG vs KKR Probable Playing XIIs

LSG may bring in Matthew Breetzke in the XI for this game. George Linde can also get a chance in place of Aiden Markram. 

Their bowlers have been strong, which offers hope ahead of today’s game. Prince Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Mohsin Khan, and Mayank Yadav form a solid pace attack that can trouble any side in the league. They restricted RR to just 159 runs in their last game, but the batters failed to chase it down as they were bowled out for just 119 runs. It’s high time for LSG to start performing to keep in touch with the top four.

Lucknow Super Giants: 1. Mitchell Marsh, 2. Matthew Breetzke/Aiden Markram, 3. Rishabh Pant (c & wk), 4. Nicholas Pooran, 5. Ayush Badoni, 6. Mukhul Choudhary, 7. Manimaran Siddharth/George Linde, 8. Mohammed Shami, 9.  Mohsin Khan, 10. Prince Yadav, 11. Mayank Yadav, 12. Digvesh Rathi

Matheesha Pathirana is available and should play this game. He is expected to replace Rovman Powell in the XI with Manish Pandey coming in as well. 

Ajinkya Rahane started off well but has been abysmal in the last few games, while the others have also been unable to perform as a unit. Tim Seifert, Rovman Powell, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, and Cameron Green will have to step up if the Knight Riders are to fight for the playoff spot. Rinku Singh’s fifty in the last game was a promising sign for the three-time champions.

Kolkata Knight Riders: 1. Tim Seifert (wk), 2. Ajinkya Rahane (c), 3. Cameron Green, 4. Angkrish Raghuvanshi, 5. Manish Pandey, 6. Rinku Singh, 7. Ramandeep Singh, 8. Sunil Narine, 9. Vaibhav Arora, 10. Kartik Tyagi 11. Matheesha Pathirana, 12. Varun Chakaravarthy

Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium Lucknow Pitch Report and Weather

There has been plenty of movement on offer for the pacers with the new ball at Ekana this season. The pacers have enjoyed bowling here, as there has been pace and bounce available. The spinners too have found some help, and the bigger boundaries will bring them into the game. 

The average first innings score here this season is 154 runs. Teams will prefer chasing, but batting first won’t be a bad option either. 

It will be a very hot day in Lucknow with no chance of rain. The temperature will be around 35 degrees Celsius at the start of the match.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for LSG vs KKR: Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top Wicket-Keeper Picks:  

  • Rishabh Pant has 147 runs in seven innings at an average of 24.50 with one fifty to his name. Pant has failed to make an impact, but he’s amongst the best batters for LSG and will be a must in your fantasy teams.  
  • Tim Seifert is another top fantasy pick for this game. He scored 19 runs in the first game he played this season and was dismissed on the first ball in the last game. He will face some serious threat from Shami and Mohsin in this game, but you can back him in this match.

Key batter picks: 

  • Mitchell Marsh scored 55 runs in the last game, but he was still far from his fluent best. We all know how destructive he can be, and he can make you pay if you miss out on him in your fantasy teams. You can try him as C/VC as well.
  • Angkrish Raghuvanshi has been the best batter for his side in IPL 2026. He has 200 runs at an average of 33.33 with two fifties. He will be a key player for KKR in the middle order and a must-pick.

Top all-rounder picks: 

  • Aiden Markram should move to the top order in this game. He can attack the bowlers and exploit the field restrictions in the first six overs. Markarm can also bowl an over or two if needed. He will be a top C/VC choice.
  • Cameron Green will be the best captain pick for this game. He will bat at 3 or 4 and will bowl an over or two. Green should enjoy the conditions at Ekana with the ball coming onto the bat nicely. He scored 79 runs against GT and will be a key batter for his team.
  • Sunil Narine has bowled brilliantly for his six wickets at an economy of just 6.82. He will fancy his chances against LSG’s struggling middle order, and he can contribute with the bat as well. Try him as C/VC in some of your teams.

Key bowler picks: 

  • Mohammed Shami has looked in good rhythm and has picked up wickets with the new ball. KKR’s top order is struggling at the moment, and Shami can easily pick up a few wickets in this game. He has seven wickets in seven games so far.  
  • Prince Yadav has been brilliant for LSG. He has 13 wickets in seven games at a strike rate of just 12. He is bowling the difficult overs for LSG, and his execution has been excellent. Prince will trouble the KKR batters, and he’ll be a top C/VC option. 
  • Mohsin Khan picked up two wickets for just 17 runs in the last game. He hits the deck hard and can move the new ball. He will be in for a good game with the conditions suiting the pacers and the opposition struggling with the bat.
  • Varun Chakaravarthy has found his rhythm in the last two games. He picked up 2 wickets against GT and was the player of the match in the last game against RR – 3/14. He will fancy his chances against the LSG middle order. Varun will be a good C/VC option.

Other Players to Consider for Your Fantasy Cricket Teams

  • Rinku Singh.
  • Mukul Choudhary.
  • Rovman Powell.
  • Kartik Tyagi.
  • Vaibhav Arora.
  • Matheesha Pathirana.

Other Matchups and Facts 

  • Head-to-Head: 7 matches; LSG 5 and KKR 2. 
  • Rishabh Pant vs Varun Chakaravarthy (T20s): 31 runs and 3 dismissals in 29 deliveries.
  • Nicholas Pooran vs Kartik Tyagi (T20s): 10 runs and 2 dismissals in 9 deliveries. 
  • Nicholas Pooran vs Matheesha Pathirana (T20s): 58 runs and 4 dismissals in 47 deliveries. 
  • Ayush Badoni vs Sunil Narine (T20s): 38 runs and 3 dismissals in 40 deliveries.

IPL 2026 38th Match: LSG vs KKR Dream11 Prediction Today

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IPL 2026 38th Match: LSG vs KKR Match Prediction: Who will win?

Kolkata Knight Riders will be the confident side coming to this game, as they won their last game after a good team effort. Pathirana’s inclusion will further bolster their bowling. LSG, on the other hand, is struggling with their batting. 

Kolkata Knight Riders to win.

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‘Sai Sudharsan has his limits and need others to bat around him’ – Ian Bishop

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‘Sai Sudharsan has his limits and need others to bat around him’ – Ian Bishop

Sai Sudharsan scored 100 runs off 58 deliveries against the defending champions RCB in the 34th match of IPL 2026. Gujarat Titans managed to score only 205 at end of 20 overs despite Sudharsan’s century and the fact they only lost three wickets.

The Titans lost Shubman Gill for 128 runs in the 13th over. Sudharsan’s knock was under scrutiny as many think that he took a lot of deliveries for his hundred, and GT was at least 15 runs short as he took 12 deliveries to score his last 18 runs to reach his century. 

Ian Bishop on Sai Sudharsan: Limitations, but did his job

Talking on ESPNcricinfo’s TimeOut Show, former West Indian fast bowler and one of the best commentators going around, Ian Bishop, said that Sai Sudharsan has his limitations, but he did his job.

“He’s one of the guys that needed to step up his aggression level. His aggression level for the most part of the innings was, I thought, outstanding for a very orthodox player. That hundred will be very, very pleasing for him and the GT dugout and for the IPL as a whole. He did his part; if we are asking other guys that should’ve stepped up, I think Sai Sudharsan did his part,” Bishop said.

Bishop further added, “What I would say is he has his limitations, right? I wouldn’t put him in the class of, let’s say, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi or Abhishek Sharma. He does what he does. So a hundred of 58 deliveries, Sanju got his hundred off 54 deliveries, so he does a particular job, and I’m not classifying him with the Travis Heads and Abhishek Sharmas.”

Bishop put the onus on others around Sudharsan to strike well from the word go. GT rely heavily on their top three, which is an issue going forward.

“What they have to do with him is the other guys around him, the Jos Buttlers and the Washington Sundars, have to come in and strike at, maybe, 160, 170, and above alongside Sai Sudharsan, whose game is improving,” Bishop said.

“The team ethos has to be slightly different than maybe one or two of the other lineups around.”

“He plays orthodox and calculative cricket and hits the ball on merit”: Dale Steyn on Sai Sudharsan

During the same show, former South African pacer and a legend of the game, Dale Steyn, said, “I just think he plays orthodox cricket, you know, like he plays good cricket shots; he hits the ball on merit. He takes the ball on when he has to, he makes calculated risks, and it’s not like he’s running out there recklessly, swinging off his hip to try and score runs. Similar to the way that Sanju Samson got his hundred the other night.

“I think it’s calculated; you know, he knows exactly how and where he wants to score his runs, and then he puts on a show,” he ended.

After the loss against RCB, Gujarat Titans sit seventh in the points table with three wins and four defeats. It was their second consecutive loss, and next, they will be facing CSK on April 26th.

Twitter/X Reactions – Fans in awe after KL Rahul’s record 152 off 67 balls

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Twitter/X Reactions – Fans in awe after KL Rahul’s record 152 off 67 balls

Delhi Capitals opener KL Rahul scored 152* runs in just 67 deliveries against the Punjab Kings. Rahul reached his century in just 47 deliveries and finished with 16 fours and nine sixes in his remarkable innings. 

With this knock, Rahul broke numerous records. He became the first Indian batter to score 150 runs in the IPL. Also, it the third-highest overall after Chris Gayle (175* runs) and Brendon McCullum (158* runs). It was his 6th hundred in the IPL and he became the first player to score multiple hundreds for three different franchises.

“Another hundred for KL Rahul in the IPL, sixth overall. Dare I say this might be the best of them,” said Simon Dhoull on commenrary.

Rahul had a brilliant 220-run partnership with Nitish Rana (91 runs) in just 95 deliveries. This was the second-highest partnership in IPL history after AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli (229 runs). 

Over the years, Rahul has faced criticism fromf ans for his ‘slow batting,’ and it was a perfect reply to the critics by the Indian opener. He showcased his class and played shots all around the ground, proving why he’s one of the best batters in the tournament. 

Fan reactions after KL Rahul’s brilliant 152 off 67 balls for DC against PBKS

It truly was a great knock from Rahul, and the fans and experts were in awe of Rahul’s century. Here are some of the reactions from the experts and the fans on social media platform X:

DC finished with a mammoth 264/2. At the time of writing, Punjab Kings started very strongly in the huge chase.

CSK vs GT Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2026 37th Match

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CSK vs GT Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2026 37th Match

IPL action moves back to Chepauk for the first time since April 15. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have built up some momentum in the past few games, and come into this contest off the back of a Samson-inspired thrashing of the Mumbai Indians.

The opponents – Gujarat Titans (GT) – need to bounce back quickly less than 48 hours after their loss against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. GT’s batting approach is in the spotlight as they only scraped past 200 in the final over despite losing only three wickets at the batting-friendly M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.

Sai Sudharsan and Shubman Gill are run machines in the IPL, but their strike rates are in focus. They notched up another 100-plus partnership but the time it took (12.4 overs) was cause for some criticism. Can they up the ante today and will others around them score at a faster rate?

For CSK, Samson’s form is outstanding but like GT, they’ll want more from others in the lineup. But, the addition of Akeal Hosein has given the CSK attack a different dimension, and he promises to be a threat in this day game.

Match Details

MatchIPL 2026 37th Match: CSK vs GT
GroundMA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk, Chennai
Time3:00PM (IST)
DateSunday April 26, 2026

IPL 2026 37th Match: CSK vs GT Possible Playing XIIs

CSK could stick with the same XII that beat MI with ease, provided MS Dhoni is not fit enough to feature.

Chennai Super Kings: 1. Sanju Samson (wk), 2. Ruturaj Gaikwad (c), 3. Sarfaraz Khan, 4. Shivam Dube, 5. Dewald Brevis, 6. Kartik Sharma/Urvil Patel, 7. Jamie Overton, 8. Akeal Hosein, 9. Noor Ahmad, 10. Anshul Kamboj, 11. Mukesh Choudhary, 12. Gurjapneet Singh

GT could also stick with the same XII despite their shaky run of form.

Gujarat Titans: 1. Sai Sudharsan, 2. Shubman Gill (c), 3. Jos Buttler (wk), 4. Washington Sundar, 5. Jason Holder, 6. Shahrukh Khan, 7. Rahul Tewatia, 8. Rashid Khan, 9. Manav Suthar, 10. Kagiso Rabada, 11. Mohammed Siraj, 12. Prasidh Krishna

MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chepauk, Chennai Pitch Report and Weather

Chepauk is home to excellent batting pitches in recent years. The average first innings score so far this season is 204.33 with the team batting first winning the last two matches.

A very hot and humid day is forecast in Chennai. This could prompt the team who wins the toss to bat first with the chance of spin playing a role.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for CSK vs GT: Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top wicketkeeper picks:

  • Sanju Samson has struck 271 runs in his past four matches. In all T20s this year, Samson has scored 660 runs at an average of 47.1 and strike rate of 183.8.
  • Jos Buttler has scored 372 runs against CSK at an average of 41.3 and strike rate of 137.3.

Key batter picks:

  • Run machine Sai Sudharsan is fresh off a century against RCB. Also, Sudharsan has outstanding numbers vs. CSK: 5 inns, 299 runs, avg. 59.8, SR 171.8.
  • Shubman Gill strikes above 140 in 16 matches against CSK (465 runs, avg. 31). Gill is also in form this season with three half-centuries in six matches overall.
  • Sarfaraz Khan has shown promise this season. He has a key role to play in the absence of Ayush Mhatre and strikes at 171.26 in IPL 2026.

Top allrounder picks:

  • Jamie Overton has ammassed 567 Dream11 points – the third-most of any CSK player this season. He striking at 147.50 with the bat (118 runs) and has nine wickets to his name in IPL 2026.
  • Jason Holder will bowl cutters into the pitch. Also, he bowls the crunch overs which bring about wicket-taking opportunities and has the role of a finisher with the bat too.

Key bowler picks:

  • Kagiso Rabada’s pace is up and he’s looked threatening on a regular basis (10 wickets this season). He has enjoyed success against Sanju Samson in the past (two wickets in 19 balls).
  • Anshul Kamboj has taken at least one wicket in each game this season (14 wickets in seven matches).
  • Akeal Hosein took a superb four wickets against MI in the last game. He could be a factor in this day game where the ball may spin.

Other Players to Consider for your Fantasy Cricket Teams

  • Washington Sundar.
  • Prasidh Krishna.
  • Noor Ahmad.
  • Rashid Khan.
  • Shivam Dube.
  • Dewald Brevis.

Other Stats and Important Matchups

  • Head-to-head: Matches 8, CSK 4, GT 4.
  • Dewald Brevis smashed 57 (23) against GT in IPL 2025.
  • Mohammed Siraj has enjoyed success against Sanju Samson: 35 balls, 40 runs, three wickets.
  • Kagiso Rabada vs. Sanju Samson (IPL): 19 balls, 27 runs, two wickets.
  • Rashid Khan vs. Sanju Samson (IPL): 108 balls, 121 runs, one wicket.
  • Rashid Khan vs. Shivam Dube (all T20s): 23 balls, 32 runs, two wickets.
  • Akeal Hosein vs. Jos Buttler (all T20s): 89 runs, 115 runs, four wickets.

IPL 2026 37th Match: CSK vs GT Dream11 Prediction Today

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IPL 2026 37th Match: CSK vs GT Match Prediction – Who will win?

Both teams rely on their top order, but CSK inspire a little more confidence from their middle order. CSK to win a tight match.

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RR vs SRH Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2026 36th Match

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RR vs SRH Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2026 36th Match

Rajasthan Royals (RR) will host the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the 36th game of IPL 2026. Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, will host this game on 25th April 2026 at 7:30 PM IST. Sunrisers defeated the Royals by 57 runs when these two sides met earlier this season.

The Rajasthan Royals are third in the table with five wins in seven games. They defeated the Lucknow Super Giants by 40 runs in their last game. Their batting, at the moment, is mainly dependent on their top three, as the middle order is struggling. Riyan Parag and Shimron Hetmyer have failed to get going, which puts a lot of pressure on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal. Ravindra Jadeja has performed well with both bat and ball, while Donovan Ferreira has also chipped in a couple of games. 

Bowling is RR’s strength, especially the pace duo of Jofra Archer and Nandre Burger. Archer has been very consistent, and he’s been complemented well by Burger. Ravi Bishnoi and Ravindra Jadeja have also done well in the middle overs. The bowling unit will need some assistance from the batters going ahead in the tournament.

On the other hand, Sunrisers Hyderabad are fourth in the table with four wins in seven matches. After a shaky start, they’ve now won four games in a row and are full of confidence. Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, and Heinrich Klaasen have been consistent with the bat. Travis Head has made starts but has failed to convert them into big scores., while Nitish Kumar Reddy and Salil Arora have also chipped in whenever they’ve got the chance.

The additions of Sakib Hussain and Praful Hinge have strengthened their bowling, especially Sakib, who’s been brilliant. Shivang Kumar has been impressive as well. Pat Cummins should be available for this game, further bolstering their bowling. 

Match Details

MatchIPL 2026 36th Match: RR vs SRH
GroundSawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
Time7:30PM (IST)
DateSaturday April 25, 2026

IPL 2026 36th Match: RR vs SRH Possible Playing XIIs

One of Sandeep Sharma or Tushar Deshpande may replace Brijesh Sharma for the Royals.

Rajasthan Royals: 1. Yashasvi Jaiswal, 2. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 3. Dhruv Jurel (wk), 4. Riyan Parag (c), 5. Shimron Hetmyer, 6. Donovan Ferreira, 7. Ravindra Jadeja, 8. Jofra Archer, 9. Ravi Bishnoi, 10. Nandre Burger, 11. Brijesh Sharma/Tushar Deshpande 

Impact Sub: Shubham Dubey/Yash Raj Punja

Sunrisers Hyderabad: 1. Travis Head, 2. Abhishek Sharma, 3. Ishan Kishan (c & wk), 4. Heinrich Klaasen, 5. Nitish Kumar Reddy, 6. Salil Arora, 7. Pat Cummins/Aniket Verma, 8. Shivang Kumar, 9. Harsh Dubey, 10. Praful Hinge  11. Eshan Malinga 

Impact Sub: Sakib Hussain

Sawai Mansingh Stadium Jaipur Pitch Report and Weather

The average first innings score at Jaipur in IPL 2025 was 198 runs. The wicket here is generally has something for the bowlers and the square boundaries are on the bigger side as well.

There will be something for the spinners and new ball might move a bit early on. Scores in the range of 180-200 are expected, with teams preferring to chase, as chasing sides won four games played here last season.

It will be a clear day in Jaipur, with the temperature being around 34 degrees Celsius at the start of the game. 

Fantasy Cricket Tips for RR vs SRH: Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top Wicket-Keeper Picks:  

  • Ishan Kishan scored 91 runs in the last game against Rajasthan, and he’s been in good form this season. Kishan will be a key batter for his side against Rajasthan’s spin attack and he can take on any bowling unit on his day. He will be a good C/VC option as well.
  • Dhruv Jurel started off well, but he’s gone off track in the last few games. He has 181 runs in seven games this season, including two fifties. Jurel will be a good fantasy pick, as he will keep wickets and will bat at 3. You can try him as C/VC too.
  • Heinrich Klaasen has 320 runs in seven innings at an average of 53.33 and has struck at 153.11, including three fifties. He’s looking better in every game and has held the innings together for his team in the middle order. He scored 40 runs in the first game against RR and will be a good C/VC pick.

Key batter picks: 

  • Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has failed to get going in the last two games, but he plays ultra aggressively and can win games on his own when he gets going. He was dismissed on the first ball in the previous meeting against SRH and will be itching to do well in this game. He has the highest probability of making a 30+ score (63.16%) according to SPODA AI predictive analysis.
  • Yashasvi Jaiswal has been the best batter for the Royals this season with 245 runs at an average of 49 and has struck at 155.06 with two fifties. Jaiswal will be a safe bet for C/VC, as he’s a smart batter and has been in good touch as well.
  • Abhishek Sharma scored 135* runs in the last game against DC off just 68 deliveries. He’ll look to attack from the first ball and will score big if he gets going. He has 323 runs in seven matches at a strike rate of 215.33, averaging 53.83 with 2 fifties and a hundred. Abhishek may face some difficulties against Archer early on, but he’ll be a top C/VC choice. 
  • Travis Head has 180 runs in seven games so far. He’s scored 20-25 runs consistently but has failed to convert them into big scores. Despite that, he’ll be a top fantasy pick, as he can be as destructive as anyone on his day. 

Top all-rounder picks: 

  • Nitish Kumar Reddy is bowling 3-4 overs consistently and has looked in good touch with the bat. He scored 28* runs, including four sixes, in the last meeting against the Royals. He’ll be a good fantasy pick, but his bowling value will go down if Pat Cummins plays this game.
  • Ravindra Jadeja didn’t bowl in the last game against SRH, as they’ve got plenty of left-handers in their ranks. But he scored 45 runs and has been a key batter for the Royals down the order. Jadeja will be a good fantasy pick.

Key bowler picks: 

  • Jofra Archer dismissed Abhishek on the first ball in the last game between the two teams. He’s picking up wickets consistently in the powerplay and will pose a threat to RR’s top order. Archer will be a must in your fantasy teams. Archer has 11 wickets in seven games so far.
  • Ravi Bishnoi too has picked up 11 wickets in seven games. He is bowling the key overs and will be a must-pick in fantasy cricket. Bishnoi has a good googly up his sleeve, which will be effective against SRH’s left-hand batters.
  • Eshan Malinga is in wicket-taking form. The pacer is considered the likeliest bowler to take 2+ wickets day (58.82% probability) according to SPODA AI predictive analysis.

Other Players to Consider for Your Fantasy Cricket Teams

  • Pat Cummins.
  • Donovan Ferreira (while chasing).
  • Shivang Kumar.
  • Nandre Burger.

Other Matchups and Facts 

  • Sunrisers Hyderabad are ahead 13-9 against Rajasthan Royals in the IPL. 
  • Sunrisers have won all five of the last five games between the two teams. 
  • Riyan Parag vs. Pat Cummins (T20s): 14 runs and 3 dismissals in 13 deliveries.
  • Ishan Kishan vs. Ravi Bishnoi (T20s): 48 runs and 4 dismissals in 46 deliveries.
  • Ishan Kishan vs. Sandeep Sharma (T20s): 82 runs and 4 dismissals in 50 deliveries.
  • Travis Head vs. Sandeep Sharma (T20s): 36 runs and 2 dismissals in 29 deliveries.

IPL 2026 36th Match: RR vs SRH Dream11 Prediction Today

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IPL 2026 36th Match: RR vs SRH Match Prediction: Who will win?

Sunrisers Hyderabad will start as the favourites. They’ve had the upper hand over the Royals for some time now and RR’s middle order is struggling to get going. Sunrisers’ bowlers have done a great job in the last 3-4 matches, and the batters have been in top form as well.

Sunrisers Hyderabad should win this match.

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DC vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2026 35th Match

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DC vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Possible 11 Pitch Report – IPL 2026 35th Match

The undefeated Punjab Kings (PBKS) travel to Delhi for what promises to be a fascinating encounter against Delhi Capitals (DC).

DC sit sixth with three wins and three losses. It is the kind of position many predicted they would be in given they possess quality in their lineup, offset by the lack of firepower that other teams have.

Speaking of firepower, PBKS have it in spades. Their top four all have 200+ runs already in IPL 2026. Priyansh Arya is dominating in the powerplay, while Prabhsimran Singh and Cooper Connolly are also setting the tone nicely in the top three. Shreyas Iyer is also in fabulous touch.

So, DC have their work cut out, but they have the experience to respond after a tough night against SRH during the week. They copped a Abhishek Sharma storm – the kind PBKS’ openers can replicate – so early wickets will be key.

Also, can DC’s batting lineup put on a big score? PBKS’ fielding was poor despite their big win over LSG last week, so that is an area of improvement for Shreyas Iyer’s team.

Match Details

MatchIPL 2026 35th Match: DC vs PBKS
GroundArun Jaitley Stadium Delhi
Time3:00PM (IST)
DateSaturday April 25, 2026

IPL 2026 35th Match: DC vs PBKS Possible Playing XIIs

PBKS have two left-handers in their top three, but it will still be a surprise if Nitish Rana bowls four overs like he did against SRH. The spotlight is on Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav after their limited roles in the same game.

Also, Mitchell Starc is targeting a return on May 1.

Delhi Capitals: 1. Pathum Nissanka, 2. KL Rahul (wk), 3. Nitish Rana, 4. Sameer Rizvi, 5. David Miller, 6. Tristan Stubbs, 7. Ashutosh Sharma, 8. Axar Patel (c), 9. Kuldeep Yadav, 10. Lungi Ngidi, 11. T. Natarajan, 12. Mukesh Kumar

Cooper Connolly travelled back to Australia for scans on his back. Punjab Kings spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule confirmed the left-hander is available for this match. However, it is still not clear whether he will bowl.

Punjab Kings: 1. Priyansh Arya, 2. Prabhsimran Singh (wk), 3. Cooper Connolly, 4. Shreyas Iyer (c), 5. Marcus Stoinis, 6. Nehal Wadhera, 7. Shashank Singh, 8. Marco Jansen, 9. Xavier Bartlett, 10. Arshdeep Singh, 11. Yuzvendra Chahal, 12. Vijaykumar Vyshak

Arun Jaitley Stadium Delhi Pitch Report and Weather

Delhi in late April is a challenge for players and spectators. Temperatures in excess of 40 degrees are forecast for this day match.

In two matches at Arun Jaitley Stadium so far this season, teams batting first scored 162 and 210. On April 9th, DC had the game in their hands before falling short by just one run.

One can expect high scores, but this being a day game could bring spinners and cutters into the contest. The sun beating down on the pitch might make it a more even battle between bat and ball.

Fantasy Cricket Tips for DC vs PBKS: Key Players to Watch/Key Stats

Top wicketkeeper picks:

  • KL Rahul averages 38.4 with a strike rate of 146.6 in 10 IPL matches on this ground. The opener is considered the likeliest player from either team to make a 30+ score according to SPODA AI predictive analysis (49.65% probability).
  • Prabhsimran Singh’s last four scores against DC: 103, 22, 26 and 28. The opener is in solid form in IPL 2026 as well, registering scores of 43, 51 and 80* as part of his last four knocks.

Key batter picks:

  • Priyansh Arya (211 runs at a strike rate of 248.23) is striking at 257.6 in the powerplay in IPL 2026. Arun Jaitley Stadium is a ground where runs can flow in the first six overs.
  • Shreyas Iyer has ammassed 430 Dream11 points in this campaign. The PBKS captain is striking at 182.45 and is in superb touch.
  • Sameer Rizvi is DC’s leading run-scorer this season (209 runs, avg. 41.80, SR 150.35). Also, Rizvi scored 58* off 25 balls against PBKS in IPL 2025.

Top allrounder picks:

  • Cooper Connolly is PBKS’ leading run-scorer in IPL 2026 with 223 at an average of 55.75 and strike rate of 163.97. 105 of these runs have come against spin (avg. 52.5, SR 166.7). He is also a chance to bowl in this match.
  • Axar Patel is a player capable of delivering a time of need for his team. He has kept Prabhsimran Singh quiet in the past, conceding just 24 runs off 26 balls (one wicket).

Key bowler picks:

  • Arshdeep Singh has enjoyed success against KL Rahul, dismissing him twice in 33 balls (42 runs). Also, Arshdeep has taken at least one wicket in each of his last three matches.
  • Lungi Ngidi will look to bowl plenty of slower balls, including into the pitch. If the Delhi surface holds up, Ngidi can pick up wickets (especially while bowling first).

Other Players to Consider for your Fantasy Cricket Teams

  • Marco Jansen.
  • Xavier Bartlett.
  • Vikaykumar Vyshak.
  • Yuzvendra Chahal.
  • Tristan Stubbs.
  • Kuldeep Yadav.
  • David Miller (when chasing).

Other Stats and Important Matchups

  • Head-to-head: Matches 35, DC 17, PBKS 17, N/R 1.
  • Yuzvendra Chahal has taken eight wickets in his last five matches against DC.
  • Since 2022, Kuldeep Yadav has taken nine wickets in six innings against PBKS at an average of 16.7 and strike rate of 14.7.
  • Kuldeep Yadav vs. Shreyas Iyer (IPL): 53 balls, 82 runs, three wickets.
  • Arshdeep Singh vs. KL Rahul (IPL): 33 balls, 42 runs, two wickets.
  • Axar Patel vs. Shreyas Iyer (IPL): 52 balls, 79 runs, one wicket.
  • Yuzvendra Chahal vs. KL Rahul (IPL): 83 balls, 125 runs, one wicket.

IPL 2026 35th Match: DC vs PBKS Dream11 Prediction Today

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IPL 2026 35th Match: DC vs PBKS Match Prediction: Who will win?

PBKS are the favourites. However, are they due a loss? DC are capable of springing a surprise, and I think they will today.

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