DC vs RCB is the second Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 meeting between two franchises, who have endured contrasting fortunes so far. Delhi Capitals (DC) are bottom of the table with just six points from nine games, while Royal Challengers Bangalore have registered five wins so far.
Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium will host the match on Saturday at 7:30 PM.
DC vs RCB Preview | Team Analysis & Squad Details
Here’s a closer look at DC and RCB – team analysis, squad, head-to-head record, and prediction.
Delhi Capitals (DC)
DC’s batting woes are yet to end as the hosts endured another batting collapse against Gujarat Titans on Tuesday. If not for all-rounder Aman Hakim Khan’s half-century and a valuable contribution from Axar Patel, DC would have folded for less than and lost their seventh game in the 16th edition.
The bowling unit, especially fast bowlers, has delivered quality performances in the last games. Ishant Sharma, Khaleel Ahmed, and Anrich Nortje were excellent in the victory over the Titans, as they defended 130 at Ahmedabad. Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel haven’t been able to take wickets consistently but have been economical this season.
DC Squad
- David Warner (captain)
- Phil Salt
- Mitchell Marsh
- Sarfaraz Khan
- Manish Pandey
- Aman Khan
- Axar Patel
- Ripal Patel
- Anrich Nortje
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Mukesh Kumar
- Ishant Sharma
- Pravin Dubey
- Mustafizur Rahman
- Lungi Ngidi
- Rilee Rossouw
- Vicky Ostwal
- Yash Dhull
- Prithvi Shaw
- Chetan Sakariya
- Kamlesh Nagarkoti
- Khaleel Ahmed
- Rovman Powell
- Lalit Yadav
- Abishek Porel
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
Will RCB’s middle order finally step up? The trio of Faf du Plessis, Virat Kohli, and Glenn Maxwell have been firing on all cylinders this season. But the RCB fans also will want the likes of Dinesh Karthik, Shahbaz Ahmed, and Suyash Prabhudesai to be among the runs. The veteran wicketkeeper-batter made just 99 runs this season.
With the return of Josh Hazlewood, the RCB pace attack is formidable now. The Aussie took 2/15 against Lucknow Super Giants. On the other hand, Mohammed Siraj has been consistent, with 15 wickets so far. Wanindu Hasaranga is improving and could be crucial in RCB’s push towards sealing a playoff spot.
RCB Squad
- Faf du Plessis (captain)
- Virat Kohli
- Shahbaz Ahmed
- Glenn Maxwell
- Mahipal Lomror
- Suyash S Prabhudessai
- Dinesh Karthik
- Harshal Patel
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Kedar Jadhav
- Vijaykumar Vyshak
- Mohammed Siraj
- Manoj Bhandge
- Avinash Singh
- Wayne Parnell
- Sonu Yadav
- Anuj Rawat
- Akash Deep
- Rajan Kumar
- Karn Sharma
- Himanshu Sharma
- Michael Bracewell
- Siddharth Kaul
- Josh Hazlewood
- Finn Allen
DC vs RCB – Head-to-Head
RCB has won 18 of the 29 fixtures played against DC in the IPL. When these sides last met in IPL, RCB cruised to a 23-run win courtesy of Virat Kohli’s half-century and a three-wicket haul from Vijaykumar Vyshak.
IPL 2023 Stats – DC & RCB
- Most Runs: David Warner – 308 runs (DC); Faf du Plessis – 466 runs (RCB)
- Highest Wickets: Kuldeep Yadav – 8 wickets (DC); Mohammed Siraj – 15 wickets (RCB)
- Most Sixes: Axar Patel – 12 sixes (DC); Faf du Plessis – 28 sixes (RCB)
Winner Prediction – DC vs RCB
With two wins in their last three games, RCB is the favorite to claim two points against DC on Saturday. Also, RCB is unbeaten in their previous four meetings against the Delhi-based franchise.
Final Thoughts on DC vs RCB
The opening fixture between DC and RCB was a one-sided game. However, DC has won three games since and could threaten RCB’s hopes of a sixth win this season. The fans could witness an exciting match on Saturday evening.
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