The 32nd match of IPL 2025 will witness Delhi Capitals (DC) locking horns with Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. Both teams are coming off losses in their previous encounters and will be eager to get back to winning ways.
Recap of Previous Matches
Delhi Capitals fell short against Mumbai Indians in their last outing, managing 193 runs in response to MI’s 206. KL Rahul, who has been a key performer for DC this season, couldn’t deliver big in that match and was dismissed after scoring just 15 off 13 balls.
Similarly, Rajasthan Royals suffered a setback in their previous match and are now under pressure to improve their position on the points table.
KL Rahul's Form and Record vs Rajasthan Royals
Despite his recent failure, KL Rahul remains one of the most dependable batters in IPL 2025. He has been in sublime form this season for Delhi Capitals:
- IPL 2025 Stats: 200 runs in 4 matches
- Average: 66.67
- Strike Rate: 163.93
- Best Score: 93* vs RCB
- 50s: 2
When it comes to facing Rajasthan Royals, Rahul boasts an exceptional record:
- Matches vs RR: 16
- Runs: 713
- Average: 50.92
- Strike Rate: 132.52
- Half-centuries: 7
- Highest Score: 95*
Rahul will be keen to bounce back and continue his dominance against RR.
Points Table Scenario
- Delhi Capitals: 2nd position with 8 points from 5 matches (4 wins, 1 loss)
- Rajasthan Royals: 7th position with 4 points from 6 matches (2 wins, 4 losses)
DC are in a strong position and will aim to cement their top-four status, while RR are desperate for a turnaround to keep playoff hopes alive.
Probable Playing XIs
Delhi Capitals: Jake Fraser-McGurk, Abhishek Porel, Karun Nair, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Axar Patel (captain), Tristan Stubbs, Ashutosh Sharma, Viparaj Nigam, Mitchell Starc, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohit Sharma
Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson (captain and wicketkeeper), Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Shimron Hetmyer, Nitish Rana, Wanindu Hasaranga, Jofra Archer, Mahish Teekshana, Sandeep Sharma, Tushar Deshpande
What to Expect
With both teams hungry for a comeback, fans can expect a competitive and high-octane clash. The small boundaries and batting-friendly pitch at Arun Jaitley Stadium may promise a run-fest, and all eyes will be on KL Rahul to deliver another masterclass against his favorite opponent.
Also Read: Sanju Samson stats and Records Against DC: DC vs RR IPL 2025
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