DC vs PBKS Match Prediction : 35th Match, IPL 2026

The rampant Punjab Kings will look to extend their flawless unbeaten run in the ongoing Indian Premier League as they lock horns with the Delhi Capitals. The two franchises will clash in a highly anticipated Saturday afternoon showdown at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

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Delhi Capitals vs Punjab Kings Head-to-Head Record

The Delhi Capitals have heavily dominated the recent head-to-head history between these two sides, securing seven victories in their last ten encounters. The Punjab Kings have managed just three wins in that span.

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DC vs PBKS Team Previews

Delhi Capitals

The Delhi Capitals have struggled to find their footing this season, losing half of the 6 games they have played so far. They enter this fixture on the back of a tough defeat against the Sunrisers Hyderabad on Tuesday and desperately need a turnaround to keep their playoff hopes alive.

Delhi’s batting has been a major letdown, with plenty of room for improvement at the top. Pathum Nissanka, making his IPL debut this season, has failed to deliver the desired explosive starts, while his opening partner, KL Rahul, has been completely inconsistent.

Sameer Rizvi started well but after a good couple of first games, has lost all momentum as well. The team desperately needs more support from Nitish Rana and Ashutosh Sharma. Lower down the order, Tristan Stubbs and David Miller have provided a few entertaining cameos, but they need a better platform.

The bowling unit had a very poor previous outing but we continue to believe it is one of the best ones of this IPL. Star spinners Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav have surprisingly managed to pick up only 11 wickets between them so far. The pace attack consisting of Lungi Ngidi, Mukesh Kumar, and T Natarajan has been very good in all phases of the game. This is where DC can land a blow on PBKS.

Delhi Capitals Expected Playing 11

Pathum Nissanka, KL Rahul (wk), Sameer Rizvi, Nitish Rana, Tristan Stubbs, Axar Patel (c), David Miller, Kuldeep Yadav, Mukesh Kumar, T Natarajan, Lungi Ngidi

Impact Player: Karun Nair / Auqib Nabi

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Punjab Kings

The Punjab Kings have been utterly clinical in their performances this year, boasting a perfect 6-0 record. Sitting comfortably at the absolute top of the points table, they are just a couple of wins away from officially booking their place in the playoffs.

Punjab’s batting has been top-notch throughout the campaign and serves as the primary driving force behind their unbeaten streak. Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya form one of the most destructive opening pairs in the league. Arya was in sublime touch on Sunday, smashing a breathtaking 93 runs off just 37 balls.

In the middle order, Cooper Connolly has proven to be an excellent acquisition, leading the team's run charts with 223 runs in 6 innings. He is perfectly complemented by captain Shreyas Iyer. The sheer depth of this batting lineup makes them terrifying, with powerful finishers like Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, and Nehal Wadhera lurking lower down.

While there hasn't been a single runaway standout in the bowling department, PBKS operates brilliantly as a cohesive unit. The pace trio of Arshdeep Singh, Xavier Bartlett, and Vijaykumar Vyshak has claimed a combined 16 wickets, while veteran Yuzvendra Chahal expertly controls the game and leads the spin department.

Punjab Kings Expected Playing 11

Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh (wk), Cooper Connolly, Shreyas Iyer (c), Nehal Wadhera, Marcus Stoinis, Marco Jansen, Xavier Bartlett, Vijaykumar Vyshak, Arshdeep Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal

Impact Player: Shashank Singh / Harpreet Brar

DC vs PBKS Toss Prediction

In 9 of the last 10 matches played at this venue, the captain winning the toss has opted to field first. We expect that historical trend to continue, with the toss winner looking to chase on a generally reliable surface.

Pitch Report and Weather Conditions

The Arun Jaitley Stadium is a well-known batting paradise. The previous match played here produced an aggregate of more than 400 runs, and fans should expect another extremely flat, batter-friendly surface.

The pitch currently features a slight tinge of green grass interspersed with dry patches. The ball will come onto the bat beautifully against the quicker bowlers early on, meaning batters must maximize the Powerplay restrictions. As the ball gets softer, the dry patches will allow spinners to grip the surface and play a crucial role in the middle overs.

The team batting first must aim for the 200-run mark to feel safe.

The weather in Delhi will be brutally hot, with temperatures soaring over 40 degrees Celsius during this afternoon clash.

DC vs PBKS : Who Will Win?

We are confidently backing the Punjab Kings to win this match. They have been in flawless form, particularly with the bat, and will be eager to post another massive total. The Delhi Capitals are simply too inconsistent right now, and matching the firepower of the undefeated league leaders feels like a step too far for their struggling squad.

Bet on Punjab Kings to win.