Rajasthan Royals will take on Delhi Capitals in Match 43 of IPL 2026 at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur on May 1 at 7:30 PM IST. This match is very important for both teams as the race for playoffs is getting tighter.
Rajasthan Royals have been one of the strongest teams this season. They have won 6 out of 9 matches and are sitting comfortably in the top positions. Their recent win against table-toppers Punjab Kings has boosted their confidence.
Delhi Capitals, however, are struggling with consistency. After a good start, they have lost momentum and are currently outside the top four. Their recent heavy losses have also hurt their net run rate.
Match Details
| Match | Rajasthan Royals vs Delhi Capitals |
|---|---|
| Tournament | IPL 2026 |
| Match Number | 43rd T20 |
| Date | May 1, 2026 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur |
| Broadcast | Star Sports Network |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar |
Team Form (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Recent Form |
|---|---|
| Rajasthan Royals | W, L, W, L, L |
| Delhi Capitals | L, L, L, W, L |
Rajasthan Royals have been more stable compared to Delhi Capitals.
Points Table Overview
| Team | Matches | Wins | Losses | NRR | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan Royals | 9 | 6 | 3 | +0.617 | 12 |
| Delhi Capitals | 8 | 3 | 5 | -1.060 | 6 |
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches | RR Wins | DC Wins |
|---|---|---|
| Last Meetings | 4 | 6 |
Delhi Capitals have a slight edge in recent head-to-head matches.
Pitch Report – Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
The pitch in Jaipur is generally batting-friendly, but it also offers some help to spinners. The outfield is fast and boundaries are short, which helps batters score quickly.
Chasing teams have had more success at this venue, so teams may prefer to bowl first.
Venue Stats
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches Played | 65 |
| Avg 1st Innings Score | 166 |
| Avg 2nd Innings Score | 153 |
| Win Batting First | 35% |
| Win Chasing | 65% |
Pace vs Spin
| Bowling Type | Wickets |
|---|---|
| Pace | 64 (66%) |
| Spin | 33 (34%) |
Fast bowlers have taken more wickets, but spinners also play an important role.
Weather Report
| Condition | Details |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 35.9°C |
| Weather | Hazy sunshine |
| Humidity | 31% |
| Rain Chances | 0% |
Weather conditions are clear and ideal for cricket.
Toss Prediction
Teams are likely to bowl first after winning the toss, as chasing is easier at this ground.
Key Players to Watch
Rajasthan Royals will depend on Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, and Riyan Parag. Jofra Archer will lead their bowling attack.
Delhi Capitals will look towards KL Rahul, David Miller, and Tristan Stubbs for runs. Mitchell Starc and Kuldeep Yadav will be key bowlers.
Probable Playing XI
| Rajasthan Royals | Delhi Capitals |
|---|---|
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | Abishek Porel (WK) |
| Vaibhav Sooryavanshi | KL Rahul |
| Dhruv Jurel (WK) | Nitish Rana |
| Riyan Parag (C) | Sameer Rizvi |
| Dasun Shanaka | Tristan Stubbs |
| Donovan Ferreira | Axar Patel (C) |
| Ravindra Jadeja | David Miller |
| Jofra Archer | Vipraj Nigam |
| Brijesh Sharma | Mitchell Starc |
| Nandre Burger | Kuldeep Yadav |
| Yash Raj Punia | Mukesh Kumar |
Match Prediction
Rajasthan Royals are playing at home and are in better form. Their batting lineup is strong and well-settled.
Delhi Capitals are struggling and need a complete team effort to challenge RR.
Considering current form, team balance, and home advantage, Rajasthan Royals have a slight edge.
Win Probability
| Team | Winning Chance |
|---|---|
| Rajasthan Royals | 55% |
| Delhi Capitals | 45% |
Match Scenarios
| Scenario | Toss Winner | Decision | Powerplay Score | First Innings Score | Predicted Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scenario 1 | RR | Bowl First | 70-80 | 230-240 | RR |
| Scenario 2 | DC | Bowl First | 85-95 | 240-250 | RR |
Match Verdict
This match could be high-scoring, but Rajasthan Royals have better momentum and balance.
Rajasthan Royals are likely to win.
