Rajasthan Royals are slight favorites to beat Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026 Match 62 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, on May 17, 2026.
RR carries a 52-55% win probability. They sit fifth on the table with 12 points, carry the IPL’s most destructive opening pair in Jaiswal and Suryavanshi, and Jofra Archer’s 14 wickets give them the best powerplay bowling in the tournament.
DC hold home advantage and the reverse fixture win. They chased 226 at Jaipur with KL Rahul scoring 75, proving they can beat this exact RR lineup in high-scoring conditions.
This is DC’s final home game of IPL 2026. Both teams need every remaining win to keep their playoff dreams alive. Survival cricket at its most intense.
DC vs RR Match 62 Match Odds
Rajasthan Royals carry the IPL’s most explosive opening combination in Jaiswal and Suryavanshi, Jofra Archer’s powerplay dominance, and a balanced squad built around youth and aggression.
Delhi Capitals carry home advantage at Arun Jaitley Stadium, KL Rahul’s 477 runs at SR 177.98, and Mitchell Starc’s ability to swing the new ball under lights against aggressive openers.
| Team | Win Probability | Decimal Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Rajasthan Royals | 52-55% | 1.75 – 1.90 |
| Delhi Capitals | 45-48% | 2.10 – 2.30 |
RR are backed at 1.75-1.90, reflecting their superior squad balance, Archer’s wicket-taking form, and a batting lineup where every position from 1 to 7 can produce match-winning performances on a flat Delhi surface.
DC offer near-parity value at 2.10-2.30 for punters backing home advantage, Rahul’s Orange Cap form, and the psychological boost of having chased 226 against this exact RR team at Jaipur just 16 days ago.
DC vs RR Match 62 Info Table
| Match | Delhi Capitals vs Rajasthan Royals |
|---|---|
| Match Number | IPL 2026 Match 62 |
| Date & Time | Sunday, May 17, 2026, 7:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi |
| DC Captain | Axar Patel |
| RR Captain | Riyan Parag |
| Live Streaming | JioHotstar App & Website |
| TV Telecast | Star Sports Network |
| Points Table | DC: 7th (10 pts, 5W-7L) / RR: 5th (12 pts, 6W-5L) |
Key Context: This is DC’s final home game of IPL 2026. A loss here effectively ends their playoff hopes with two away fixtures remaining. Riyan Parag’s fitness remains a concern after a hamstring issue suffered over two weeks ago. If Parag misses out, RR lose their captain and the batter who scored 90 in the reverse fixture, significantly shifting the balance toward DC.
DC vs RR Toss Prediction Odds
Arun Jaitley Stadium has transformed into one of the IPL’s most unpredictable venues in 2026. First-innings totals have ranged from 75 (DC vs RCB) to 264 (DC vs PBKS), creating a bimodal surface where both blowouts and run-fests are possible on any given night.
Chasing teams have won 80% of matches at this venue in IPL 2026. That is the strongest chasing record at any ground in the tournament this season. Teams batting second benefit from knowing the exact target on a surface where the ball comes onto the bat consistently under lights.
The pitch offers true bounce and pace, with short boundaries measuring 60-65 metres square and 68-70 metres straight. These dimensions reward clean hitting and make defending totals below 190 extremely difficult. Par score at this ground in current conditions sits between 190 and 210, with anything below 180 almost certainly chased down.
Dew plays a critical role in evening matches at Arun Jaitley. The ball becomes slippery for bowlers in the second innings, reducing grip for spinners and making slower balls less effective. Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav for DC, and Ravi Bishnoi for RR, are all significantly more dangerous in the first innings before dew arrives.
Fast bowlers get assistance in the first 3-4 overs. Starc’s ability to swing the new ball and Archer’s extreme pace both benefit from the early conditions under lights. Once the ball softens, batting becomes dominant and run-scoring accelerates through the middle and death overs.
Weather: Hot Delhi evening, temperatures around 35-38°C during the day cooling to 28-32°C by match time. No rain threat. Moderate humidity. Full 20-over contest guaranteed.
Toss Impact at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
| Factor | Impact |
|---|---|
| Chasing win rate (IPL 2026 at this venue) | 80% (4 of 5 matches won by chasing team) |
| First innings range (IPL 2026) | Bimodal: 75 to 264; average par 190-210 |
| Pitch character | Black soil; true bounce; flat and batting-friendly |
| Boundary dimensions | 60-65m square; 68-70m straight; short for six-hitting |
| Seam movement | Swing in overs 1-4 under lights; disappears quickly |
| Dew factor | Significant in second innings; reduces spinner grip |
| Heat factor | 35-38°C; evening cooldown to 28-32°C by 7:30 PM |
| Weather | Hot, no rain, moderate humidity, full match expected |
| Expected toss decision | Bowl First |
Toss Prediction: Both Axar Patel and Riyan Parag will want to bowl first. The 80% chasing win rate at this venue in IPL 2026, the significant dew advantage in the second innings, and the proven difficulty of defending totals under the Delhi lights all push both captains toward fielding first. Bowl first from whoever wins the toss.
DC vs RR Players Odds
This match is a genuine 50-50 contest that hinges entirely on individual performances. DC fields a team fighting in their last home game of the season. RR fields a team looking to break a week-long gap between matches and rebuild momentum after their collapse against GT. The Starc-versus-Jaiswal powerplay battle and the Rahul-versus-Archer middle-overs duel define the entire result.
Delhi Capitals Key Players
| Player | Role | Key Stats |
|---|---|---|
| KL Rahul | WK-Batsman | 477 runs at SR 177.98; Orange Cap top 5; scored 75 off 40 in the reverse fixture chase of 226; DC’s most valuable player and the one batter in either squad with a genuine Orange Cap claim; at Arun Jaitley Stadium, where the ball comes onto the bat at true pace and boundaries are short, Rahul’s ability to accelerate through the middle overs at SR 211 makes him the most dangerous chaser in this fixture |
| Mitchell Starc | Lead Pacer | Took 3/40 in the reverse fixture including the wicket of Jaiswal in the first over; DC’s match-defining new-ball bowler whose left-arm swing under Delhi lights creates genuine movement; the Starc-versus-Suryavanshi battle in overs 1-3 determines whether RR’s explosive powerplay fires or stalls against pace and swing |
| Axar Patel | Captain / Spin All-rounder | DC’s captain providing left-arm spin control in the middle overs and finishing ability with the bat; on a Delhi surface where spinners get grip before dew arrives, Axar’s overs between 8-14 restrict scoring; his captaincy in must-win situations has been tested this season and tonight demands his best tactical decisions |
| Kuldeep Yadav | Wrist Spinner | 7 wickets this season; DC’s primary wicket-taking spinner; his googly troubles right-handed batters specifically; at Arun Jaitley, where the pitch offers grip for wrist spin in the first innings, Kuldeep’s overs in the middle phase against Parag, Jurel, and Ferreira create the wicket-taking opportunities DC need to restrict RR below 190 |
| Pathum Nissanka | Opening Batsman | Scored 62 off 33 in the reverse fixture; formed a 110-run opening stand with Rahul that broke the chase open; DC’s most explosive powerplay option whose ability to attack pace bowling aggressively from ball one sets the tone; against Archer’s pace, Nissanka’s front-foot driving creates a high-risk, high-reward contest that defines DC’s innings |
Rajasthan Royals Key Players
| Player | Role | Key Stats |
|---|---|---|
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | Opening Batsman | 306 runs with 3 fifties in IPL 2026; approaching 2,500 career IPL runs and 4,000 T20 runs; RR’s most consistent run scorer who combines technique with aggressive intent; at Arun Jaitley’s flat surface under lights, his ability to play both pace and spin from the first ball makes him the most technically complete opener in the entire fixture |
| Vaibhav Suryavanshi | Opening Batsman | The youngest centurion in IPL history; the most fearless powerplay batter in IPL 2026; his strike rate against quality pace bowling is extraordinary for a teenager; at Delhi’s short boundaries, his natural pull shot and lofted drives produce boundaries that reach the rope before fielders move; Starc must bowl perfectly to contain him in overs 1-4 |
| Jofra Archer | Lead Pacer | 14 wickets in 9 matches; 9 powerplay wickets this season, the most by any bowler in IPL 2026; RR’s match-winning new-ball threat whose express pace and bounce are unmatched; at Arun Jaitley under lights, Archer’s ability to extract movement and generate steep bounce from a good length makes him the single most important bowler in this fixture |
| Ravi Bishnoi | Leg Spinner | 11 wickets this season; RR’s middle-overs control specialist; his googly and leg-break combination restricts scoring in overs 8-14 before dew arrives; against DC’s middle order of Stubbs, Miller, and Axar, Bishnoi’s variations create wicket-taking chances that keep RR in the game through the critical middle phase |
| Ravindra Jadeja | Spin All-rounder | Consistent performances throughout IPL 2026 with both bat and ball; RR’s middle-overs balance provider whose left-arm spin offers variety alongside Bishnoi; at Arun Jaitley, his batting in overs 14-18 provides the finishing acceleration that pushes RR from 170 to 200-plus when the top order provides a platform |
DC vs RR Match Prediction – Who Will Win
Rajasthan Royals are predicted to win this encounter.
The IPL’s most explosive opening pair in Jaiswal and Suryavanshi, Archer’s powerplay dominance, and a deeper batting lineup from 1 through 7 give RR the structural edge on a flat Delhi surface where high-scoring matches are the norm.
DC carries the reverse fixture win, home advantage, and Rahul’s Orange Cap form. But their overall record of 38 wins from 93 matches at this venue confirms Arun Jaitley Stadium has never been a reliable fortress. Against RR’s balanced squad, DC need Starc and Kuldeep to produce career-best spells.
Why RR Holds the Edge
- Jaiswal and Suryavanshi form the most destructive opening pair in IPL 2026’s powerplay: RR have taken 21 powerplay wickets this season (most in the tournament) and their openers have scored at above 10 per over in the first six. On a flat Delhi surface with short boundaries, this combination scores 60-plus in the powerplay against any bowling attack unless both fall early.
- Archer’s 14 wickets and 9 powerplay scalps give RR the single best bowling weapon for the crucial opening overs: His extreme pace at 150 kph and ability to generate bounce from a good length on a flat surface make him the one bowler in this fixture who can change the match in a single over. Rahul and Nissanka must survive Archer’s first two spells or DC’s chase never gets started.
- RR’s batting depth from 1 through 7 is the most complete in the tournament: Jaiswal, Suryavanshi, Jurel (248 runs), Parag, Ferreira (47* in the reverse fixture), Jadeja, and Shubham Dubey provide six genuine batting options below the openers. On a flat Delhi pitch, this depth ensures RR post 190-plus regardless of early wickets.
- The week-long gap between matches benefits RR’s squad freshness: RR last played on May 9 against GT. Eight days of rest means fresh legs, recovered bodies, and time to plan specifically for DC’s bowling weaknesses. In contrast, DC’s quick turnaround from their last match leaves less preparation time.
DC’s Challenges
- DC have won only 38 of 93 IPL matches at Arun Jaitley Stadium: A 41% win rate at home is the worst among established IPL franchises. Even with the crowd behind them, DC have historically underperformed at this venue in pressure situations. RR know that playing in Delhi holds no inherent disadvantage.
- DC’s powerplay bowling has been the weakest in IPL 2026 alongside KKR: Just 7 powerplay wickets all season, the joint-fewest in the tournament. Against Jaiswal and Suryavanshi, who are the best powerplay pair in IPL 2026, DC’s inability to take early wickets creates a structural problem that no amount of middle-overs discipline can fix.
- The inconsistency between DC’s best (chasing 226) and worst (bowled out for 75) defines a team you cannot trust: In IPL 2026 at this venue alone, DC have produced totals of 264 and 75. That bimodal range means RR face a team equally capable of brilliance and collapse. Backing DC requires accepting a coin-flip outcome rather than a form-based prediction.
- Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel lose effectiveness once dew arrives in the second innings: DC’s strongest bowling phase is overs 8-14 with their spin duo. In evening matches where dew reduces grip from over 12 onwards, that window shrinks significantly. RR’s batters specifically target this transition phase when spinners lose their primary weapon.
Match Prediction: Rajasthan Royals to win.
DC vs RR Head To Head (Overall Head To Head Data)
The all-time head-to-head record stands at 16-15 in favor of DC across 31 IPL meetings, making this one of the most evenly contested rivalries in IPL history. Neither team has established sustained dominance, and every meeting delivers uncertainty.
| Statistic | Record |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 31 |
| DC Wins | 16 |
| RR Wins | 15 |
| Reverse Fixture Result (IPL 2026) | DC chased 226 in 19.1 overs at Jaipur |
| IPL 2025 Meeting at Arun Jaitley | DC won in Super Over |
| Rahul vs RR (reverse fixture) | 75 off 40 balls |
| Parag vs DC (reverse fixture) | 90 off 50 balls |
| Starc vs RR (reverse fixture) | 3/40 |
| Archer IPL 2026 wickets | 14 in 9 matches (9 in powerplay) |
| Rahul IPL 2026 runs | 477 at SR 177.98 (Orange Cap #5) |
| Jaiswal IPL 2026 runs | 306 with 3 fifties |
The individual battle that defines the head-to-head tonight is Starc versus Jaiswal and Suryavanshi. Starc dismissed Jaiswal in the first over of the reverse fixture with a delivery that surprised him with pace and swing. Repeating that wicket tonight would give DC immediate control. If Jaiswal survives Starc’s first spell, the short boundaries at Arun Jaitley turn from a neutral factor into RR’s primary weapon, and the match tilts decisively toward the visitors.
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Final Verdict
DC vs RR Match 62 at Arun Jaitley Stadium is a genuine playoff eliminator disguised as a league match. Both teams enter with their season on the line, both need the two points desperately, and neither holds an overwhelming advantage.
Rajasthan Royals hold the edge in squad quality and powerplay firepower. Jaiswal and Suryavanshi’s explosive opening combination, Archer’s best-in-tournament powerplay bowling, and batting depth through seven positions give RR the structural advantage on a flat Delhi surface under lights.
Delhi Capitals hold home advantage, the reverse fixture blueprint, and KL Rahul. They chased 226 against this exact RR lineup 16 days ago. Starc’s ability to swing the new ball under lights creates early breakthroughs. Rahul’s middle-overs acceleration at SR 211 makes any target below 200 routine. But DC’s bimodal form at this venue (264 one night, 75 the next) makes them impossible to predict with confidence.
Expect a first innings score in the 190-210 range tonight. Arun Jaitley’s flat surface, short boundaries, and dew advantage for the chasing side continue producing high totals. The toss is decisive at this venue in 2026, with chasing teams winning 80% of matches. Archer takes two powerplay wickets. Jaiswal anchors the innings with 60-plus. RR post 205, DC’s chase stalls against Archer and Bishnoi at 185, and Rajasthan Royals move to 14 points with their playoff spot nearly secured.
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