IPL 2026: DC vs RR Pitch Report; How Will Be The Weather?
The pitch at Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium is generally considered good for batsmen, but IPL 2026 has seen a variety of contests.
New Delhi: The Indian Premier League 2026 is now nearing its final stage. The playoff matches will begin on May 26. Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants have officially been eliminated from the playoff race. The playoffs are now between the remaining eight teams. The 62nd match of IPL 2026, between Delhi Capitals (DC) and Rajasthan Royals (RR), will be played on Sunday at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.
Delhi Capitals enter IPL 2026 having won five and lost seven out of 12 matches, while Riyan Parag's Rajasthan Royals will enter the tournament having won six and lost five out of 11. Both teams will be aiming to win this match.
What about the teams?
This match will be crucial for the Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026. Both teams will be looking to win to stay in the playoff race. Delhi Capitals have just 10 points from 12 matches, and every match has become a do-or-die situation for the team. If Delhi loses this match, their playoff hopes will be virtually over. Meanwhile, Rajasthan Royals are in a better position with 12 points from 11 matches.
Delhi Capitals' performance in IPL 2026
The Delhi Capitals remain in contention for the playoffs, but they now need a miracle to reach the top four. The Axar Patel-led team has just two matches remaining in the league stage, and a defeat in either of them will end their campaign. Despite a promising start, Delhi is now in a difficult position.
Rajasthan's performance in IPL 2026
Meanwhile, Rajasthan Royals have performed well this season, finishing fifth in the points table with six wins from 11 matches. The team has reached the top of the points table several times, but has subsequently failed to secure victories in crucial matches. Rajasthan now has three matches remaining in the league stage, and a win against Delhi Capitals will boost its playoff hopes.
How will the Delhi pitch be?
The pitch at Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium is generally considered good for batsmen, but IPL 2026 has seen a variety of contests. Six matches have been played here so far this season. A total of 529 runs were scored in one match, while in another, the Delhi Capitals were bowled out for just 75 runs. Therefore, the next match on this ground is expected to be quite exciting.
How will the weather be in Delhi?
The match between Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals will be played in the evening. According to the weather department, the temperature during the match is expected to be around 35 degrees Celsius. There is no chance of rain, and the sky is expected to be mostly clear. The humidity level is expected to be around 25 percent. Fans can expect a smooth and enjoyable match, with both teams putting in their best efforts to keep their playoff hopes alive.
