Delhi Capitals will take on Mumbai Indians in Match 29 of IPL 2025 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Sunday, April 13.
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Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians: Preview
Forget where these two teams currently stand on the points table — this is the kind of clash that could very well challenge the record for the most runs scored in an IPL match. Delhi Capitals (DC) are built for power-hitting and have been scoring just shy of ten runs per over. Add to that, the Arun Jaitley Stadium has been the fastest-scoring venue in the IPL since last season.
The last time DC and MI met, it was at this very ground — one that had recently revived its aging pitch square. With short boundaries in play, it’s no shock the match aggregate topped 500 runs. DC piled on 257, led by Jake Fraser-McGurk’s blistering 84 off 27 balls, but still only scraped through with a 10-run win. Once again, MI fell short by just two big hits. As they face an unbeaten and dominant DC, they’ll need to find those hits — and land them.
Delhi, on the other hand, return home as the only unbeaten side this season, having notched up four wins — two at their temporary home in Vizag, followed by commanding away victories in Chennai and Bengaluru. Since their nail-biting one-wicket win in the season opener, the Capitals have grown increasingly dominant. Central to this surge is a rejuvenated KL Rahul. For the first time in seven seasons, Rahul’s strike rate in his first 10 balls has seen a significant spike — he’s scoring at 180 with a 28% boundary rate — allowing Delhi to absorb early PowerPlay setbacks with ease.
On the Delhi Capitals’ side, Jake Fraser-McGurk is yet to rediscover his explosive touch — since IPL 2024, he’s averaged just 15.28 in T20s, registering 13 single-digit scores and four ducks in 28 innings. However, DC have managed to offset that with KL Rahul’s return to form and a reliable lower order, led by the ever-impressive Ashutosh Sharma.
The bowling department has been a strong suit for DC. Their PowerPlay average stands at an effective 27.62 compared to MI’s 51.83. Delhi have claimed eight wickets in the PowerPlay across four games. The disparity widens at the death, where Delhi lead the league with a miserly economy of 8.51.
Both teams have struggled to get their openers firing this season, with their opening partnerships ranking in the bottom quartile of IPL 2025. Mumbai Indians’ openers have contributed the fewest runs collectively, while Delhi Capitals aren’t far ahead, sitting third from the bottom. Yet, there’s undeniable potential at the top. Jake Fraser-McGurk and Ryan Rickelton are among the most explosive hitters when they click, while veterans like Rohit Sharma and Faf du Plessis (if playing) bring a wealth of experience and class. It’s a case of untapped firepower — and if either pair finds form, they could flip the script in an instant.
Delhi Capitals head into this fixture riding high on momentum. Including their final league match from last season, they are currently on a five-match winning streak — their longest ever in IPL history. Leading from the front has been KL Rahul, who boasts an exceptional record against Mumbai Indians. In 18 innings, Rahul has scored 950 runs at an astonishing average of 79.16 and a strike rate of 135.52 — making him the top run-getter against MI in IPL history.
Looking ahead, the fixture list offers little respite for either team. Delhi Capitals will next host Rajasthan Royals on Wednesday before hitting the road for tough away games in Ahmedabad and Lucknow.
Mumbai Indians (MI), despite being at the bottom of the table, are never too far from a game-changing innings. And their slump isn’t quite like, say, Chennai Super Kings’ rough patches. Two of their four defeats have gone down to the wire — a couple of clean hits could’ve flipped those results. Their skipper is in good touch, Jasprit Bumrah is back in rhythm, the middle order is beginning to click, and they’re capable of stringing together a winning run.
Before the IPL could make its mark, unseasonal rains swept through Delhi, bringing with them fierce dust storms that disrupted Mumbai Indians’ practice sessions for two consecutive days. Now, after nearly a week’s break, the notoriously slow-starting Mumbai side finds itself urgently seeking a turnaround as they resume their stuttering IPL 2025 campaign against the table-topping Delhi Capitals in Sunday’s evening fixture.
For Mumbai Indians, batting inconsistencies have been a recurring issue. Aside from a 62-run stand against KKR, Ryan Rickelton has struggled to find rhythm, and Rohit Sharma’s prolonged lean patch has only magnified the top-order concerns — he’s crossed the 20-run mark just once in his last 11 IPL outings. In contrast, MI’s middle order has only offered occasional glimpses of promise — something Deepak Chahar highlighted in the lead-up to the match.
The bowling department hasn’t done Mumbai any favours either. Their PowerPlay average of 51.83 is the second-worst in IPL 2025. MI have picked up just six wickets in the PowerPlay across five games. The disparity at the death is even starker — MI are conceding at a costly 11.51 runs per over.
For Mumbai, Rohit Sharma’s familiarity with the venue could be vital. He has scored 634 runs in 20 innings at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, averaging 35.22 with an impressive strike rate of 142.15.
In the previous game, Trent Boult continued to enhance his reputation as a PowerPlay specialist, claiming a wicket in the very first over for the 31st time in IPL history — extending his lead at the top of the all-time list. He now sits four clear of Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who is second. Across all T20 cricket, Boult ranks fifth for first-over wickets, trailing only Shaheen Shah Afridi, David Willey, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, and Mohammad Amir.
For Mumbai Indians, the upcoming schedule features a double-header against the in-form Sunrisers Hyderabad, with a high-profile home clash against Chennai Super Kings sandwiched in between. With momentum crucial at this stage, both teams face a defining stretch in their IPL 2025 campaigns.
At the Arun Jaitley Stadium last season, 200 was crossed in 8 of the 10 completed innings while the other two scores were 199 and 189/9. Granted, the venue has become a haven for batters since IPL 2024, and bowlers on both sides will know they’re up against it. But in such high-scoring conditions, it’s the batters who hold the key. With just one win in five matches, Mumbai are desperate to climb out of the bottom half of the table — and perhaps, in the process, reveal the blueprint to beating the in-form Delhi Capitals this season.
Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians: Head-to-Head
Mumbai Indians hold a narrow edge in the overall head-to-head, winning 19 of their 35 encounters with Delhi Capitals. However, Delhi have enjoyed the upper hand at home, clinching 7 victories in 12 outings at the Arun Jaitley Stadium — including their most recent face-off in 2024. The rivalry has remained tightly contested in recent years too, with MI slightly ahead 3-2 since the 2022 season.
- Matches Played: 35
- Won by Delhi Capitals: 16
- Won by Mumbai Indians: 19
- Tied: 0
- No Result: 0
- First-ever Fixture: May 4, 2008
- Most-recent Fixture: April 27, 2024
Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians: Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
Delhi has been the highest-scoring venue since last year, and unless the hosts deliberately aim for a lower-scoring match, it’s unlikely that will change. Although a dust storm in the city two days before the match has slightly lowered temperatures, no rain is expected, and the heat will likely persist.
The dust storms in the days leading up to the game have provided a temporary drop in temperatures, but these unseasonal changes aren’t expected to last. The Arun Jaitley Stadium was the highest-scoring ground in IPL 2024, with an average first-innings score of 235 in the five matches played there last season, and that trend is expected to continue.
Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians: Team News and Predicted XI
Delhi Capitals – Team News
Faf du Plessis was absent from the field for 12 overs during DC’s last match, but since his injury was deemed external, he was allowed to open the innings. He missed the previous game due to a groin strain, and if he’s fit, DC have no reason to make any changes. Both Faf du Plessis and KL Rahul were notable absentees in the match-eve training session, although it was optional for the home side. In du Plessis’ absence in Chennai, Sameer Rizvi got the opportunity, but if the South African’s absence is merely precautionary, DC are unlikely to alter their combination for their first home game.
Rohit Sharma has struggled against Axar Patel, with an average of just 21 and a strike rate of 91.3 against the left-arm spinner. Axar has dismissed the MI skipper three times in 10 encounters, so don’t be surprised if Axar comes on during the PowerPlay again this season. Additionally, Rohit has often found himself out against left-arm pacers, having been dismissed 14 times in T20s since 2023, making his match-up with Mitchell Starc a key battle to watch.
Delhi Capitals – Predicted XI
- Faf du Plessis
- Jake Fraser-McGurk
- Abishek Porel
- KL Rahul (wk)
- Tristan Stubbs
- Ashutosh Sharma
- Axar Patel (capt.)
- Vipraj Nigam
- Mitchell Starc
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Mukesh Kumar
- Mohit Sharma
Mumbai Indians – Team News
Mumbai Indians (MI) are getting closer to finding their ideal combination, but their batting order could see some adjustments. Tilak Varma may be promoted to No. 3, which could place Will Jacks under scrutiny. With Jasprit Bumrah bowling at full tilt in the training session, there are no reported injury concerns in the MI camp.
Trent Boult has had the upper hand over Faf du Plessis in IPL matchups. The South African averages just 27.25 against Boult, with a strike rate slightly over 111, and has been dismissed by the New Zealander four times in 14 encounters. This sets up an intriguing PowerPlay battle between the two right at the start of the innings.
Mumbai Indians – Predicted XI
- Rohit Sharma
- Ryan Rickelton (wk)
- Tilak Varma
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Will Jacks
- Hardik Pandya (capt.)
- Naman Dhir
- Mitchell Santner
- Deepak Chahar
- Trent Boult
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Vignesh Puthur
Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians: Players To Watch Out For
KL Rahul (Delhi Capitals)
Since the Koffee With Karan days, KL Rahul has often been in the spotlight alongside Hardik Pandya. While both players have shown flashes of brilliance, Rahul has been particularly impressive when at his best. He’s versatile and capable of taking on any role in the team.
Injuries have been an issue for both, but Rahul has managed to avoid the frequent setbacks that have plagued Hardik. This year, he’s found his rhythm and looks to be in excellent form. When facing Hardik, Rahul has come out on top, having scored 96 runs off 55 balls, getting dismissed only once.
Hardik Pandya (Mumbai Indians)
Hardik Pandya’s career, much like Rahul’s, has been marked by exciting versatility and moments of brilliance. However, he has faced a greater share of injuries, which have at times hindered his performances.
In addition to physical challenges, Hardik has also dealt with mental hurdles, especially in the high-pressure environment of the IPL. But in 2025, he seems to have returned to his best. While Rahul has had the edge in their head-to-head encounters, Hardik’s all-round game continues to offer invaluable contributions to his team when he’s in peak form.
Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians: Prediction
Scenario 1
- Toss: Delhi Capitals win the toss and bat
- Powerplay Score: 50-60
- Delhi Capitals Total: 215-230
- Match Result: Delhi Capitals win the match
Scenario 2
- Toss: Mumbai Indians win the toss and bat
- Powerplay Score: 50-60
- Mumbai Indians Total: 185-200
- Match Result: Mumbai Indians win the match
When and Where To Watch Delhi Capitals vs Mumbai Indians LIVE? Broadcast and Streaming Details
The Indian Premier League 2025 clash between Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians is set to begin at 7:30 PM IST on Sunday, April 13, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi. The match will be broadcast live on the Star Sports network and will also be available for live streaming on JioHotstar for FREE.
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FAQs
Who leads the head-to-head record between Delhi Capitals and Mumbai Indians?
Mumbai Indians lead the head-to-head with 19 wins, while Delhi Capitals have won 16 of their encounters.
What is Delhi’s record at the Arun Jaitley Stadium?
Delhi Capitals have won 7 out of 12 matches at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, including their most recent win in 2024.
How has KL Rahul performed against Mumbai Indians in the IPL?
KL Rahul is the top run-scorer against Mumbai Indians in IPL history, with 950 runs in 18 innings at an average of 79.16 and a strike rate of 135.52.
What impact does Faf du Plessis have on DC’s batting lineup?
Faf du Plessis has been a key player for Delhi Capitals, but his fitness is under scrutiny. His absence could lead to changes, but DC would be reluctant to make adjustments if he returns in form.
How has Trent Boult performed against Faf du Plessis in IPL?
Trent Boult has had the upper hand against Faf du Plessis, dismissing him four times in 14 encounters, with the South African managing just a strike rate of 111 against Boult.
