# Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals: Match Preview, Prediction, Teams, Timings, Lineups, and How to Watch- IPL 2026 Match 62

URL: https://technosports.co.in/delhi-capitals-vs-rajasthan-royals-match/  
Published: 2026-05-17  
Updated: 2026-05-17  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

It doesn’t get more dramatic than this. Match 62 of IPL 2026 brings **Delhi Capitals** and **Rajasthan Royals** face-to-face at the iconic Arun Jaitley Stadium tonight — and the stakes couldn’t be higher for both sides. For DC, it’s now-or-never playoff cricket. For RR, a win tonight could all but seal their top-four berth. You don’t want to miss a ball of this one.

Check out the [latest IPL 2026 points table and playoff race on Technosports](https://technosports.co.in).

## Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals: Match Details at a Glance

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| **Match** | Match 62, IPL 2026 — DC vs RR |
| **Date & Time** | Sunday, May 17, 2026 · 7:30 PM IST |
| **Venue** | Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi |
| **Live TV** | JioStar Network (Star Sports) |
| **Live Streaming** | [JioHotstar App & Website](https://www.hotstar.com) |

## Pitch Report

The Kotla has been among the trickiest batting surfaces in IPL 2026 — low-scoring thrillers have been the norm here. Spinners thrive, but the surface also offers decent carry for pacers. Expect a competitive total in the 165–185 range, with the team that bats smartly likely coming out on top.

![Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/delhsc.jpg)

## Head-to-Head Record

| Stat | Record |
| --- | --- |
| Total T20 Meetings | 31 |
| DC Wins | 16 |
| RR Wins | 20 |
| Last Meeting | May 1, 2026 — DC Won |

RR hold the historical edge but Delhi won the most recent encounter. Momentum is very much with DC heading in.

## Predicted Playing XIs

**Delhi Capitals:** Abishek Porel, KL Rahul (wk), Sahil Parakh, Tristan Stubbs, David Miller, Axar Patel (C), Madhav Tiwari, Mukesh Kumar, Auqib Nabi, Lungi Ngidi, Mitchell Starc | *Impact: Ashutosh Sharma*

**Rajasthan Royals:** Yashasvi Jaiswal (C), Dhruv Jurel (wk), Shimron Hetmyer, Donovan Ferreira, Ravindra Jadeja, Shubham Dubey, Dasun Shanaka, Jofra Archer, Brijesh Sharma, Ravi Bishnoi, Tushar Deshpande | *Impact: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi*

> **Note:** Riyan Parag is unavailable — Yashasvi Jaiswal captains RR tonight.

For a deep-dive into player stats this season, visit the [official IPL stats page at iplt20.com](https://www.iplt20.com/stats/2026).

## Key Players to Watch

**KL Rahul (DC)** — 477 runs from 12 matches, including a record-breaking individual score by an Indian batter in IPL history. DC’s entire batting gameplan runs through him.

**Jofra Archer (RR)** — 15 wickets in 11 outings at an economy of 9.12. On a two-paced Kotla track, he could be unplayable.

Also check the [IPL 2026 full schedule and upcoming fixtures on Technosports](https://technosports.co.in).

## Prediction: Who Will Win?

Both camps are evenly matched — [CricTracker gives this one a 50-50 split](https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-match-predictions/ipl-2026-match-62-dc-vs-rr-match-prediction-who-will-win-todays-ipl-match-between-delhi-capitals-vs-rajasthan-royals-0648/). But a few factors tip the scales slightly in DC’s favour: home ground, a must-win mindset that historically elevates performances, and KL Rahul’s in-form blade.

**Our Pick: Delhi Capitals to win by a narrow margin.**

## FAQs

### **Q1. Who is captaining Rajasthan Royals in tonight’s match?**

 With Riyan Parag unavailable, **Yashasvi Jaiswal** steps up to lead the Royals for this crucial IPL 2026 fixture against Delhi Capitals.

### **Q2. Can Delhi Capitals still qualify for the IPL 2026 playoffs?**

Yes, but only just. DC must win both remaining league games and hope other results go their way. A loss tonight ends their season. Track the latest standings on the [IPL 2026 Points Table at Technosports](https://technosports.co.in).